Subject: Your Weekly Innovation Insights
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Date: Fri, 10 Apr 2015 18:04:06 +0000
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** Welcome to 1776 Insights.
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April 10, 2015

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Happy Friday and welcome back to your weekly 1776 insights. Keep on reading for the latest in trends and startups innovating in industries that matter. You'll also find some events and classes, where we hope to see you!
This week kicked off our month-long series around some of the latest developments in the energy and sustainability industries. Read our snapshot (http://www.1776.vc/insights/energy-snapshot-where-is-the-industry-headed/?utm_source=1776+Newsletter&utm_campaign=84ca92f072-04102015_1776_Media_Digest4_9_2015&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_98483e303e-84ca92f072-68860609) for an overview of the trends, investments and startups in this space. Also, don't miss out on this week's cities feature, in which Galley's cofounder explores how a restaurant can become a tech company (http://www.1776.vc/insights/building-a-virtual-restaurant-for-the-smart-city/?utm_source=1776+Newsletter&utm_campaign=84ca92f072-04102015_1776_Media_Digest4_9_2015&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_98483e303e-84ca92f072-68860609) .

Also, if you're looking to learn more about all of these topics, the Challenge Festival is a great place to meet the latest startups and thinkers across industries. Be sure to grab your badge (http://www.1776.vc/events/challenge-festival-2015/?utm_source=1776+Newsletter&utm_campaign=84ca92f072-04102015_1776_Media_Digest4_9_2015&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_98483e303e-84ca92f072-68860609) ; I hope to see you there!

Morgan Gress
Editor, 1776
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** Energy Snapshot: Where Is the Industry Headed? (http://www.1776.vc/insights/energy-snapshot-where-is-the-industry-headed/?utm_source=1776+Newsletter&utm_campaign=84ca92f072-04102015_1776_Media_Digest4_9_2015&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_98483e303e-84ca92f072-68860609)
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by Melissa Steffan, Assistant Editor, 1776
This five-page Energy Snapshot report examines the state of the energy industry and examines how startup innovation can shape the future of this growing global market.

** Insights
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* Education

** No More Flashcards: Lingua.ly Brings Personalized Language-Learning to Life (http://www.1776.vc/insights/no-more-flashcards-lingua-ly-brings-personalized-language-learning-to-life/?utm_source=1776+Newsletter&utm_campaign=84ca92f072-04102015_1776_Media_Digest4_9_2015&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_98483e303e-84ca92f072-68860609)
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by Danica Smithwick
Since becoming an education winner at the 2014 Challenge Festival, Lingua.ly has taken its algorithmic approach to language-learning to individuals around the world.
Best Reads This Week: Education (http://www.1776.vc/insights/best-reads-this-week-april-6-10/?utm_source=1776+Newsletter&utm_campaign=84ca92f072-04102015_1776_Media_Digest4_9_2015&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_98483e303e-84ca92f072-68860609#education)
* Energy

** 3 Big Questions for the Future of the Energy Industry (http://www.1776.vc/insights/3-big-questions-for-the-future-of-the-energy-industry/?utm_source=1776+Newsletter&utm_campaign=84ca92f072-04102015_1776_Media_Digest4_9_2015&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_98483e303e-84ca92f072-68860609)
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by Michael Vidikan, CEO, Future in Focus
These three critical questions will help energy innovators analyze and prepare for the future of the industry as global demand for energy continues to rise.
Best Reads This Week: Energy (http://www.1776.vc/insights/best-reads-this-week-april-6-10/?utm_source=1776+Newsletter&utm_campaign=84ca92f072-04102015_1776_Media_Digest4_9_2015&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_98483e303e-84ca92f072-68860609#energy)
* Health

** CancerIQ Seeks to Make Cancer Genetics Accessible (http://www.1776.vc/insights/canceriq-seeks-to-make-cancer-genetics-accessible/?utm_source=1776+Newsletter&utm_campaign=84ca92f072-04102015_1776_Media_Digest4_9_2015&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_98483e303e-84ca92f072-68860609)
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by Teresa Tobat
Feyi Olopade was inspired to launch her tech startup while on a mountain in the middle of Africa, with no access to any type of modern-day devices.
Best Reads This Week: Health (http://www.1776.vc/insights/best-reads-this-week-april-6-10/?utm_source=1776+Newsletter&utm_campaign=84ca92f072-04102015_1776_Media_Digest4_9_2015&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_98483e303e-84ca92f072-68860609#health)
* Cities & Transportation

** Building a Virtual Restaurant for the Smart City (http://www.1776.vc/insights/building-a-virtual-restaurant-for-the-smart-city/?utm_source=1776+Newsletter&utm_campaign=84ca92f072-04102015_1776_Media_Digest4_9_2015&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_98483e303e-84ca92f072-68860609)
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by Alan Clifford, Cofounder, Galley
Can a restaurant be a tech company? Why future restaurants will need to be tech companies in order to succeed.
Best Reads This Week: Cities (http://www.1776.vc/insights/best-reads-this-week-april-6-10/?utm_source=1776+Newsletter&utm_campaign=84ca92f072-04102015_1776_Media_Digest4_9_2015&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_98483e303e-84ca92f072-68860609#cities)
* Challenge Festival

** 5 Education Trends You'll Notice at Challenge Festival 2015 (http://www.1776.vc/insights/5-education-trends-youll-notice-at-challenge-festival-2015/?utm_source=1776+Newsletter&utm_campaign=84ca92f072-04102015_1776_Media_Digest4_9_2015&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_98483e303e-84ca92f072-68860609)
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by Melissa Steffan, Assistant Editor, 1776
Empowering people. Revolutionizing e-books. Improving memory. Improving skills training. Facilitating connections.

Read more insights (http://www.1776.vc/insights/?utm_source=1776+Newsletter&utm_campaign=84ca92f072-04102015_1776_Media_Digest4_9_2015&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_98483e303e-84ca92f072-68860609)

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** Challenge Festival 2015 (http://www.1776.vc/events/challenge-festival-2015/?utm_source=1776+Newsletter&utm_campaign=84ca92f072-04102015_1776_Media_Digest4_9_2015&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_98483e303e-84ca92f072-68860609)
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In less than a month, startups from around the world will be flying into Washington D.C. to compete in the second annual Challenge Festival. RSVP to join us!
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** Microsoft and DataStax present: Scale Out Without Flipping Out (http://www.1776.vc/events/microsoft-and-datastax-present-scale-out-without-flipping-out/?utm_source=1776+Newsletter&utm_campaign=84ca92f072-04102015_1776_Media_Digest4_9_2015&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_98483e303e-84ca92f072-68860609)
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Come to 1776 for a free evening event exploring the tools available today that can help you scale (while maintaining your sanity).
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** Tech Titans: The State of Innovation (http://www.1776.vc/insights/democracy-disruption-digitization-ensuring-american-innovation-and-competitiveness/?utm_source=1776+Newsletter&utm_campaign=84ca92f072-04102015_1776_Media_Digest4_9_2015&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_98483e303e-84ca92f072-68860609)
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1776 and TechNet are teaming up to host a panel featuring CEO's and major leaders in technology industries. We will be livestreaming the whole discussion so tune in on April 15 to watch!

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Learn how to incorporate agile software development as a method to simplify requirements, identify priorities, and improve collaboration across all stakeholders.
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Whether you’re looking to cross-over into a dev role or level up in your existing role, join GA to figure out if this part-time course is a fit for you.

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