Investors on the ABC television show “Shark Tank,” particularly Mark Cuban, continue to take a liking to Chicago startup companies. Chicago-based LuminAID became the latest recipient of a “Shark Tank” ...

The holiday season can present a number of challenges for businesses — from inventory management to cutting through the marketing clutter with a memorable message of giving. For LuminAID, the ...

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Although it can be considered as a basic human need alongside food, water and shelter, 1.6 billion people all over the world have no access to stable and safe source of light. It's a situation that ...

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To continue reading this content, please enable JavaScript in your browser settings and refresh this page. A Chicago startup that makes solar-powered lanterns, and ...

On Friday's episode of Shark Tank, Cuban and the gang heard pitches from businesses that started in college. First up in the Shark Tank: LuminAid, the solar powered light that is both practical and ...

“For me, light has always represented hope. Light is the beginning of freedom to dream about the future.” – Anna Stork, co-founder of LuminAid, about her company’s social mission.. Bryan Derballa “For ...

More solar powered shenanigans for Friday, this time for the developing world. The LuminAID Light consists of a solar panel, a slimline battery and some LEDs, all wrapped up in a tough, inflatable ...

(CBS) – Two Chicago architectural students have developed a product they hope will make vulnerable people safe following natural disasters. CBS 2's Kate Sullivan introduces us to the creators of ...

Freelancer Michael Franco writes about the serious and silly sides of science and technology for CNET and other pixel and paper pubs. He's kept his fingers on the keyboard while owning a B&B in Amish ...

Haiti’s devastating earthquake in 2010 shattered the country’s infrastructure, but for one designer it proved to be an illuminating moment. Before you read this, close the door, draw the curtains, and ...