'VC lemmings' chase old success; new iPhone a GPS boon Jul 7, 2008
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION: With navigation systems linked to a global positioning system becoming more prevalent in cars, Boston venture capitalist Bijan Sabet predicts that GPS technology will soon play a bigger role in other kinds of consumer electronics. Apple's second-generation iPhone could be a catalyst, Sabet writes. (Boston Globe)
That noncompete pact may end up hurting recruiting Jun 30, 2008
Since late last year, Boston venture capitalist Bijan Sabet has been crusading against the noncompete agreements many employees in Massachusetts are required to sign; they're intended to keep people who depart from immediately jumping to a rival company ... Bijan Sabet of Spark Capital added that his firm discourages companies in its portfolio from demanding non-competes. (Boston Globe)
Does The Brain Control Muscles Or Movements? May 9, 2008
"This model represents a significant advance, because it is strikingly successful in accounting for the way that the responses of individual [primary motor cortex] neurons vary with posture and force direction," commented Bijan Pesaran and Anthony Movshon in a preview of the article in the same issue of Neuron. "The results of Ajemian et al's analysis provide strong evidence that it is useful to think of the output of [primary motor cortex] neurons in terms of their influence on muscles. Their... (Science Daily)
Diva Limousine Announces the Launch of their New Corporate Executive Security Protection Division Website for Avid Security Jan 23, 2008
Drawing inspiration from our proven track record and experience of over 20 years in corporate ground transportation, Diva Limousine Ltd. conceived the idea for Avid Security Division and began to develop the model and concept in conjunction with one of the preeminent and leading providers of security services worldwide, said Bijan Zoughi, President and CEO of Avid Security ... Diva Limousine Ltd/Avid Security Bijan Zoughi, President & CEO, 323-762-3023. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Get Smart: The devil's in the details Oct 19, 2007
Bijan Shahrokhi details on his site how unlocked phones can operate under any wireless provider. Shahrokhi recognizes that not all cellphone users are technologically savvy, so he's developing features to make his service more user-friendly. (Edmonton Journal)
How to escape your cellphone contract Oct 13, 2007
Bijan Shahrokhi launched in August. The website acts like a match maker, pairing those who want to exit their contracts with people looking to take one over. (Globe and Mail -- Technology)
Stylebook: Gunn adds 'Guide' to his fashion arsenal Sep 3, 2007
Bijan Nude blends aldehydes, ylang ylang, white chocolate mocha, cedar and vetiver in the women's version, and citrus, gardenia, precious woods and musk in the men's formulation. The eau de toilettes are $45 and $58 at Perfumania. (Pittsburgh Post Gazette)
The Beckhams go to Hollywood Jul 15, 2007
For Becks, his store of choice will probably be the by-appointment-only menswear store Bijan, the most expensive shop in the world, where the average customer is reputed to spend $100,000 in a single visit. And for her ladyship, it has to be Rodeo Drive, where Victoria's favourite designer, Roberto Cavalli, has a huge store. (Scotsman)
Fuji Fire and Marine Reports Financial Results for Fiscal Year 2006 May 22, 2007
Fuji Fire and Marine CEO Bijan Khosrowshahi commented, "I am extremely pleased with our results for the past fiscal year. We have worked hard over the last two years to build an infrastructure that promotes growth. Our efforts are now yielding promising results." Mr. Khosrowshahi continued, "We have created new products to address the changing needs of our clients, and have developed a strong dedicated sales force, professional agencies and alternative channels to market these products. The... (PR Newswire)
Repressing Genes Apr 22, 2007
Researchers report that most genes are repressed through a mechanism by which methyl molecules are attached to DNA.. The cells of a given tissue can express only certain genes while others are silenced. (SpiritIndia)
Senior Execs from ABC, CBS, NBC, News Corp, Starz, Disney, Sony, MTV, Motorola and Revver to Speak at Largest Ever Future of Television Forum Nov 14, 2006
net Eric Bader, SVP, Director of Digital Connections, MediaVest USA Yuanzhe (Michael) Cai, Director, Broadband & Gaming, Parks Associates Brian Cooley, Editor at Large, CNET.com, CNET Networks, Inc. Mike Fidler, Chief Executive Officer, Digeo Barry Frey, SVP, Cablevision Advanced Platforms Paul Gluckman, NY Bureau Chief & Editor, Consumer Electronics Daily Jeffrey A. Greenbaum, Partner, Frankfurt Kurnit Klein & Selz Julie Kearney, Senior Director & Regulatory Counsel, Consumer Electronics... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Strolls, not Rolls on Rodeo Drive Oct 20, 2006
One merchant keeping an open mind, Delshad said, is Bijan, the legendary men's clothier at 420 N. Rodeo ... If a trial run is approved and if it demonstrates that all of Rodeo could thrive as a pedestrian street both big "ifs" one important question would remain: Where would Bijan park the navy blue Rolls-Royce that is usually stationed outside his store. (Los Angeles Times)
Iran's economy: Still a mess Sep 5, 2006
"He says, 'If we need foreign investment, let's get it from Islamic countries, not the West. And if not Islamic countries, then we'll go to China and Russia,' " says Bijan Khajehpour, chairman of the Atieh Group consultancy. "They feel economic ties with the West always have political strings.". (USA Today -- Money)
Synopsys packages concurrent timing, SI analysis Jun 29, 2006
Not only does NanoTime add the SI analysis capability that PathMill lacked, it also boasts a five-fold run time improvement and significant productivity improvement over its predecessor, according to Bijan Kiani, vice president of marketing for Synopsys' implementation group. The tool also incorporates features from Hanex, the static-dynamic timing analysis tool formerly marketed by Nassda Corp., the EDA startup Synopsys following a protracted legal battle over intellectual property. (EETimes)
A place to age in grace Apr 24, 2006
We didn't have a cook -- it was just Ali, Amir and I. So we became their caregivers, cooks and cleaners in addition to running the business end of things," Shabahangi says. Within another year, the brothers had created a community that answered their vision and became a successful business -- one that included partnering with a Brazilian couple to open a restaurant on the ground floor that also served as a place friends and family of the residents could gather. In 2000, joined by their sister... (San Francisco Chronicle)
