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2022 proves Missouri is the next U.S. tech hub
This is an opinion piece by Subash Alias and does not necessarily reflect the views of Silicon Prairie News. The COVID-19 pandemic changed the way humans move through the world. From social distancing to widespread masking to telecommuting, most people’s lives look a lot different now than in February 2020. The American tech industry hasn’t…
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How fintech application development is transforming the finance industry
This is an op-ed contributed by Robert McMillen and does not necessarily reflect the views of Silicon Prairie News. Technological improvements are playing an essential role in all industries, allowing businesses and individuals to complete tasks with a few clicks of a mouse, saving time and money. With the advanced techniques and customer demands, the…
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Against “work theatre”: a case for the 32-hour workweek
This is an op-ed by SPN’s interim managing editor, Tom McCauley, and does not necessarily reflect the views of Silicon Prairie News or its advertisers. On New Year’s Eve, I listened to a story about the push for a four-day workweek in America. It was eye-opening and provocative. While we may consider the five-day workweek…
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“Fail fast” or, the principles of Agile – The “A” Word – 07
This is the seventh and final installment of the “A” Word, Emily Truax’s series of articles on Agile. The rest can be found here, here, here, here, here and here. Since we started our Agile rebranding adventure, our main focus has been on updating the terminology within the Agile Manifesto. We’ve updated the values with a fresh new…
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Hip, hip, hippocampus: how driving games can build your brain
I lead a reasonably stressful life. Sometimes by choice, sometimes not. In addition to a challenging full time job and occasional freelance work, I try to quadrangulate my hobbies—writing, music, comedy, art—to the best of my ability. It’s not easy. It’s not supposed to be. Stress can be good. When it kicks in hard, it can help…
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The “A” Word – 06 – OPEN RESPONSE TO CHANGE over A PLAN TO FOLLOW
This is part six of the “A” Word, Emily Truax’s ongoing series of articles on Agile. For previous installments, click here, here, here, here or here. Full disclosure, I’m a nerd. (I know, it’s a shock, but I’m comfortable with who I am.) I enjoy watching competitive esports, DOTA 2 especially. For the uninitiated, DOTA 2 is a…
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A look at Nebraska’s investment landscape
Talk to tech entrepreneurs in Nebraska, and they’re likely to laud the region’s innovative spirit. Next-level startups like Flywheel, Buildertrend, Lunavi, Hudl and more have grown an international presence and put the Cornhusker state on the map. Even a cornerstone enterprise like Lincoln-based Nelnet has implemented its own innovation division. Conferences like the IO Summit,…
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Bitcoin Day KC localizes the conversation about crypto
As central banks further soften fiat currency, the world is waking up to the realities of hard money, thanks in no small part to Bitcoin. Having recently broken $57,000 again, and with no signs of slowing down, the world’s leading cryptocurrency demands our immediate attention. At minimum, it’s worth investing some time to understand what…
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The “A” Word – 05 – Collaboration & cooperation over negotiation & compromise
This is part five of the “A” Word, Emily Truax’s ongoing series of articles on Agile. For previous installments, click here, here, here or here. I once read a project proposal that made me cry. But not for the reason you might think. This proposal had it all: a clear and concise business case, a well-researched user…
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Opinion: Why you should narrow your next business location to certified sites
The following is an opinion piece from Subash Alias, CEO of Missouri Partnership, a public-private economic development organization. It does not necessarily reflect the views of SPN. Business expansions are an exciting prospect, but they can also be intimidating. Major setbacks and delays during business expansion can cost a fortune. If your company needs assurance that…