Michael Schulte, Trend Hunter

Businesses Embracing Social Networks - We Are Smarter Than Me

“No guidelines,” this is the premise behind the new “wiki” book, We Are Smarter Than Me. The book, compiled by authors that feel that social networking is moving beyond Myspace and Facebook, aims to help businesses understand how social networking can help increase revenue. And let’s be honest what business wouldn’t want to get a piece of… [More]

Chinese Are World's Most Active Texters - 70% Prefer SMS to Email (GALLERY)

Move over Philippines, here comes China. The Philippines, long known for being the country where texting is king, is being usurped by China. Of China’s wired citizens, nearly 70 percent are regularly… [More]

Hick Towns Getting Hip - Small Towns Adopting Lofts, Chic Bars, Hip Cafes (GALLERY)

Small towns across the US are adopting some of the big trends that have been in full force in cities throughout the nation. On a recent trip to rural Iowa I was surprised to be met with trendy cafes, sleek… [More]

Asia Hungry For Swedish Design - Ikea in Korea (GALLERY)

In the world's most wired country no longer are gadgets the hottest items to have. The simple lines and modern design of Ikea furniture are finding a niche, not as a cheap alternative to high-end furniture,… [More]