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Germans have found a way to create super-secure virtual "work phones" on Android devices. This could become a new, competitive threat to the already beleaguered Research In Motion...

There are but two Danish brands that, no matter where you live, you are probably aware of: Lego, and Bang & Olufsen. Lego makes plastic blocks that kids snap together, with sets starting around $20. You probably have some at home

Science and math won't improve U.S. job prospects

The Hull Bug, inspired by hermit crabs, will swim alongside warships and keep their hulls sparkling clean.

Instead of relying on almost-never-correct schedules, Kicker Studio has come up with an innovative system to use the city's data streams to give up-to-date transit information.

Giftiki , launching today, says it is a "gifting engine and social commerce platform that will alter the act of gift giving as we know it." The site was brought into existence because nowadays "with so many friends to appreciate--both online and off--it’s tough to give substantially to each and every one." The site has partnered with American Express, utilizing its new digital payments platform Serve as a "future redemption option" and while that's being set up, recipients can cash in their gifted dollars, converted into "Giftiki dollars" at Amazon.com and a number of brick-and-mortar retailers like Macy's and Starbucks, or choose to get the cash as a freely convertible AmEx gift card.

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Bertie Country, North Carolina, is an agricultural community, but most of its residents still don't have access to fresh food. With this new market, they will--plus some beautiful architecture.

Stella and Dot founder Jessica Herrin explains how bureaucracy can bog a fast-growing company down. Jessica Herrin calls it the Dilbert Effect. It’s when a conference room seems really packed, even though the meeting should need only a couple of people.

Tomorrow AOL co-founder Steve Case will meet with Obama and his Council on Jobs and Competitiveness. Watch the video for a preview of his job-creation recommendations.

So much for risk. After massive customer backlash, Netflix keeps DVDs in-house, kicks Qwikster to the curb. A company rep tells Fast Company why

In the competitive space of philanthropy and philanthrocapitalism, how do you break through the clutter and get people engaged in an issue that isn’t the tug-on-your-heart-strings norm?

I set out to find the best process for managing projects, but couldn't. That's because the best ones are all DIY. However, I did discover a theme: A bias toward action