Cross-Browser Extension ‘LilyJade’ Created By Phoenix Developer Makes “Dirty Money”

Phoenix-based Dru Mundorff (aka CodeCompiler) owner of Mundorff & Co. has written a new code called ‘LilyJade’ which is classified as a botnet killer. Using the free service of Crossrider, Mundorff managed to develop a cross-browser extension through javascript which has reached over 30 million users in the first month. Spread on Facebook through an … Read more

Levion brings small business accounting to the cloud

If you can’t beat ‘em, join ‘em. That’s what small business owners Jake Gottlieb and Jason Hung decided to do when they launched Levion, a QuickBooks add-on that brings small business accounting to the cloud. As small business owners, they believed that the problem with the QuickBooks accounting software was that they couldn’t use it … Read more

Will Microsoft's New Surface Tablet Suffer the Fate of Zune?

Microsoft fans have a lot to be excited about. By this year’s holiday season, Microsoft will unveil a flurry of exciting new products which will include Windows 8, Windows Phone 8 and an unexpected new surprise: Microsoft’s own tablet dubbed the Surface. Taking its queue from Apple’s incredible success with the iPad, Microsoft has decided … Read more

Announcing AZTechBeat's First Sponsors

I’m happy to announce AZTechBeat’s first sponsors. If you like the type of content you see on AZTechBeat.com, help support our sponsors when possible. Kelly / Warner Law – Attorneys specializing in Internet and Business Law. Growth Nation – A one-stop shop for marketing and sales to grow locally, regionally and globally. Osborn Maledon – Providing … Read more

Hundreds of AZ Entrepreneurs Turn Out For Techiepalooza at ASU SkySong

If last night was any indication, Arizona’s tech scene is about to bubble over with young entrepreneurs, new startups and the watchful eyes of big investors. As we mentioned earlier this week, Techiepalooza is a networking event that brings the Phoenix entrepreneurial and tech community together. The event ran from 4pm-11pm last night, and upon arriving, I … Read more

Conscious Capitalism Startup Academy for AZ high school students

This summer, start changing the world. That is the charge Arizona State  University’s College of Technology & Innovation puts forth to local high school student entrepreneurs. The Conscious Capitalism Startup Academy is an immersive entrepreneurship experience for high school juniors over the course of four-days from June 21-24. Students will propose business ideas, work in teams, and learn … Read more

Vuurr – Metric Driven Digital Marketing Strategy

Vuurr provides PPC, SEO, and Development services that optimize digital marketing efforts. Vuurr partners Scott Yacko, Jonathan Kressaty, Joshua Ziering, Chris Conrey, and Chuck Reynolds have jettisoned the traditionally touchy-feely approach to marketing. Instead of focusing on the more nebulous aspects like branding or perception, Vuurr maximizes digital marketing campaigns with a metrics-driven approach focused on … Read more

Join AZ Entrepreneurial Rock Stars at Techiepalooza: Thursday, June 7

While you [probably] won’t see Perry Farrell or the Red Hot Chili Peppers there, this week’s Techiepalooza is definitely still worth a visit. Join ASU Venture Catalyst and a sizable group of partners/sponsors (see below) for a networking event that brings the Phoenix entrepreneurial and tech community together. The event will showcase some of the hottest … Read more

CO+HOOTS Hosts Event to Make Arizona THRIVE

CO+HOOTS is one of the best places in Arizona for coworking–hosting 16 businesses as well as a small army of freelancers and startups that call the spot their “office.” They’re focused on bringing members of the creative class of Phoenix together and fostering collaboration and mutual growth. One way they do this is by hosting … Read more

TruePoints Looks to Solve the Hassle with Loyalty Award Punch Cards

The reward tracking programs are getting hot in the Valley! TruePoints, a Chandler-based startup has entered this market as a recent graduate of the Roadmap to Launch Program at Gangplank, and runners-up to the Extreme Pitch 2012 Event. However, they have some competition. TabHere, which was just showcased by a company profile on our blog, … Read more