blah girls

• Session 1 of TechCrunch50 kicked off today with Jasaon Calacanis and Michael Arrington opening the 52 startup showcase event.
• Judging panel includes Chad Hurley (YouTube co-founder), Marrissa Mayer (Google VP), Ron Conway (angel investor) and Dan Farber (Chief CNET Editor).
• Shryk has created a finance-tracking web app for young people called iThryv (think Mint for kids). Helps youngsters track where they spend money and emphasizes saving. Integrates w/ existing bank accounts.
• BlahGirls is a celebrity gossip site featuring a once-per-week cartoon video show hosted by 3 animated girls. Users can make comments to the girls and receive unique responses. Risque content = not for kids. Backed by Ashton Kutcher, monetized by product placement (signed w/ Vitamin Water).
• Tweegee is a social network/content site for kids aged 8-14. Includes email app that’s simple & kid-friendly, calendar with birthdays/pictures, customizable avatars, and casual games. 1 GB of space for file storage.
• Hangout Industries is an embeddable 3D virtual environment aimed at 16-24 yr olds. Like a browser-based version of “The Sims” where users can chat and share media. In-world product placement is key (posters from AllPosters can be hung on the wall and then purchased in real life).

What do you think of the first round of startups?

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