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Shimokaji IP (http://www.shimokaji.com) Bettering Life Through Creative Ideas ------------------------------ *Headlines * - Qualcomm Seeks To Ban Imports Of iPhones With Patent Infringement Filing - Indi Molecular Raises $11.5M - XCOR Aerospace Fails To Launch, Lays Off Rest Of Employees - PointPredictive Raises Series A For Fraud Fighting AI Software - Clearlake Sells Syncsort, Vision Solutions To Centerbridge - Kangarootime Gets Seeded - Yes, You Can Get A Scholarship To College To Play Overwatch - Digital Domain Expands In China, Taps Tech Veterans For Posts *Marketplace* - Neohire South - Square 1 Bank - Project X – New Design Focused Accelerator in Los Angeles - SoCal IP Law Group LLP - Serving the IP Needs of Technology Innovators - Two Months to Better Backups - KeyCloud *Friday, July 7, 2017* *Qualcomm Seeks To Ban Imports Of iPhones With Patent Infringement Filing* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0071059.html> San Diego-based Qualcomm has ramped up its battle with Apple, saying on Thursday that it will seek to ban the importation of iPhones into the United States, over violation of its patents. Qualcomm and Apple have been locked in a legal battle over Qualcomm's licensing fees for its technology. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0071059.html>) *Indi Molecular Raises $11.5M* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0071058.html> Culver City-based Indi Molecular, a developer of protein catalyzed capture agent (PCC) biotechnology being aimed in research tools, diagnostic agents, and PET imaging, has raised $11.5M in a Series A funding. The funding was led by M Ventures (Merck Ventures BV, a subsidiary of Merck KGaA), and also included Legend Capital, Sabey Corporation, and Asset Management Ventures. Dr. Andreas Jurgeit from Merck Ventures and Dr. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0071058.html>) *XCOR Aerospace Fails To Launch, Lays Off Rest Of Employees* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0071057.html> Among a largely successful rush to establish a vibrant commercial aerospace industry in Southern California, it appears one company--Mojave-based XCOR Aerospace--has failed to launch. XCOR has apparently laid off all of its employees, due to the inability of the company to raise money. XCOR--which has been working on developing a "space plane" since at least 2005--said the layoffs came due to "adverse financial conditions", although it apparently is still looking for funding. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0071057.html>) *PointPredictive Raises Series A For Fraud Fighting AI Software* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0071056.html> San Diego-based machine learning startup PointPredictive announced on Thursday that it has closed a Series A funding round. The funding was led by Mosaik Partners. Size of the investment was not announced. PointPredicive is developing fraud and risk management software for the automotive lending, consumer lending, and mortgage lending markets. Mosaik Partners' Miles Kilburn joins the company's board with the funding. PointPredictive's CEO is Tim Grace. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0071056.html>) *Clearlake Sells Syncsort, Vision Solutions To Centerbridge* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0071055.html> Santa Monica-based private equity investor Clearlake Capital Group said on Thursday that it has agreed to merge Syncsoft Incorporated and Vision Solutions, two enterprise software companies that it already owns, and sell the resultant company to Centerbridge Partners. Clearlake said the deal is worth $1.26 billion. Clearlake acquired Syncsoft in 2015, and Vision Solutions in 2016. The new company will be headquartered in Pearl River, New York, and will operate under the Syncsort name. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0071055.html>) *Kangarootime Gets Seeded* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0071050.html> Los Angeles-based Kangarootime, a startup developing cloud-based software for childcare centers, has raised a seed funding round, the company said this week. The funding came from Skyview Ventures LLC, Mucker Capital, and the Tech Coast Angels. Kangarootime says it develops software that allows childcare centers and other educational centers to digitize their operations, including allowing parents to check their children in and out of centers, pay tuition, view and share photos, and more. (Funding Details <http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/index.php?action=showdeal&id=85319>)( More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0071050.html>) *Yes, You Can Get A Scholarship To College To Play Overwatch* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0071049.html> Are you a competitive, e-sports player specializing in Overwatch, the popular title developed by Blizzard? The University of California, Irvine, said on Wednesday that it will offer up an e-sports scholarship to the school, where it will provide $2500 a year to players who attend the school--and commit to another 15-20 hours per week working on practice, team meetings, competitions, and other efforts. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0071049.html>) *Digital Domain Expands In China, Taps Tech Veterans For Posts* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0071043.html> Los Angeles-based visual effects company Digital Domain said on Wednesday that it is expanding in China, and has opened up new studio in Beijing. The company said it has named Frank Ming Wei--former President of YouKu.com--as Executive Director, Vice Chairman and CEO of Greater China, and also named three board members--including one from SoftBank. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0071043.html>) *Marketplace* Neohire South <http://www.neohiresouth.com/> Your source for the most sought-after startup jobs. At Neohire South, we take our relationships seriously. We apply years of industry experience to assess and curate our talent pool - connecting only top-notch tech candidates with the most exciting startups in the industry. Whether you’re building your team or searching for a job you love, we want to understand your unique needs and goals to create an incredible fit for your future. http://www.neohiresouth.com Square 1 Bank <http://www.square1bank.com/> Square 1 Bank is a division of Pacific Western Bank, a Los Angeles-based commercial bank with over $21 billion in assets. A full service financial services partner to entrepreneurs and their investors, Square 1 provides clients flexible resources and attentive service to help their companies grow. Square 1 offers a broad range of venture debt, treasury and cash management solutions through offices in top innovation centers: Atlanta, Austin, the Bay Area, Boston, Chicago, Denver, Durham, Los Angeles, Minneapolis, New York, San Diego, Seattle and Washington, DC. Pacific Western Bank is a wholly-owned subsidiary of PacWest Bancorp (NASDAQ:PACW). For more information, visit www.square1bank.com, or send an email to [email protected]. Project X – New Design Focused Accelerator in Los Angeles <http://lavisual.com/projectx> Launch your next MVP. Be Victorious. Conquer the perils of poorly branded products, semi-good stories, and underwhelming UX/UI front-end design and dev. Project X is a business unit of the Los Angeles based digital agency La Visual. UX/UI strategy, rapid-prototyping and design, world-class branding, product strategy & design, testing, rollout strategies, mentorship, and access to exclusive funding. Don't be shy. Hit us up and we will talk about your next startup. Drop us a line // See how we can help you: [email protected] Check it out here // http://lavisual.com/projectx SoCal IP Law Group LLP - Serving the IP Needs of Technology Innovators <http://www.socalip.com/> IP Litigation . IP Transactions . Patent & Trademark Prosecution . IP Strategy . Westlake Village . Santa Barbara . Irvine. [email protected] 805-230-1350 www.socalip.com Two Months to Better Backups - KeyCloud <http://www.keyinfo.com/braas-free-trial/> Right now, sign up for 2 months FREE Cloud Backup and Recovery services with KeyCloud. The most important part of your backups isn’t the taking of that backup, but the guaranteed ability to recover and restore. 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To receive a risk free 2 month trial of KeyCloud BRaaS, visit: http://www.keyinfo.com/braas-free-trial/ *RECENT FUNDING SUMMARY* 07/06/17 Kangarootime $0.0M http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=85319 07/06/17 Axonics Modulation Technologies $20.5M http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=84275 07/05/17 Miso Robotics, Inc. $3.0M http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=85313 06/30/17 HEADSPACE, INC. $36.7M http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=85159 06/28/17 Wonder $14.0M http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=85155 06/26/17 RentTrack $0.0M http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=84996 06/26/17 PetDesk $2.1M http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=84993 06/21/17 BlockFraud $5.0M http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=84936 06/21/17 Serimmune Inc. $8.0M http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=84932 06/21/17 FloQast $25.0M http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=84931 06/21/17 Amionx $0.0M http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=84930 06/20/17 easecentral $6.5M http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=84934 06/20/17 FinalPrice $4.0M http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=84925 06/20/17 Immortals $0.0M http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=84923 06/20/17 KEYPR $12.8M http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=84924 06/19/17 EdenIQ $5.0M http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=84843 06/15/17 Scopely $60.0M http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=84794 06/15/17 Trace3 $0.0M http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=84744 06/14/17 Episona $4.0M http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=84651 06/13/17 Yumi $4.1M http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=84648 06/13/17 CLUTTER INC. $64.0M http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=84646 06/12/17 Vertos Medical $28.0M http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=84643 *Upcoming Events This Month* http://www.socaltech.com/Calendar socaltech.com Calendar of Southern California High Tech Events Submit your events at least two weeks in advance to: http://www.socaltech.com/submitevent.html July 8, Los Angeles -- AT&T SHAPE Hackathon. This year’s event will bring together developers, designers, and creators to hack innovative and disruptive entertainment solutions. You bring the innovative ideas and designs and we'll bring the tech to help you transform them into apps in just 24 hours. We’re looking for creative developers, designers, entrepreneurs, and students interested in hacking away! The winning team will take home $20,000 in cash. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25734 July 10, San Diego -- 37th Annual Esri User Conference. Renowned author and theoretical physicist Dr. Geoffrey West will join Jack Dangermond, Esri founder and president, on the plenary stage at the world's largest GIS event. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25777 July 11, San Diego -- 37th Annual Esri User Conference. Renowned author and theoretical physicist Dr. Geoffrey West will join Jack Dangermond, Esri founder and president, on the plenary stage at the world's largest GIS event. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25778 July 13, Irvine -- Intellectual Property: What, When, Where, Why, and How. TCVN. Intellectual property is becoming increasingly important when it comes to business valuation as well as success – especially for tech companies. A well-developed patent portfolio (along with an intellectual property portfolio, generally) conveys a high degree of technical and commercial sophistication to potential investors, customers, competitors, and licensees. It also proves that you value investment in research and development and are prepared to take appropriate steps to protect those investments. This presentation will provide an introduction to intellectual property generally (including patents, trademarks, copyright and trade secrets), as well as related issues to keep in mind, so that you will be better equipped to identify and protect your intellectual property in a timely manner, both in the U.S. and abroad. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25792 July 13, San Diego -- 37th Annual Esri User Conference. Renowned author and theoretical physicist Dr. Geoffrey West will join Jack Dangermond, Esri founder and president, on the plenary stage at the world's largest GIS event. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25779 July 14, San Diego -- 37th Annual Esri User Conference. Renowned author and theoretical physicist Dr. Geoffrey West will join Jack Dangermond, Esri founder and president, on the plenary stage at the world's largest GIS event. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25780 July 14, Anaheim -- D23expo. The Ultimate Disney Fan Event. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25784 July 15, Anaheim -- D23expo. The Ultimate Disney Fan Event. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25785 July 16, Los Angeles -- GENBAND Perspectives. GENBAND user conference. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25771 July 16, Anaheim -- D23expo. The Ultimate Disney Fan Event. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25786 July 17, Los Angeles -- GENBAND Perspectives. GENBAND user conference. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25772 July 18, Los Angeles -- GENBAND Perspectives. GENBAND user conference. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25773 July 19, Los Angeles -- R.E.D. Talks: Building a Successful Brand in LA. Join us on Wednesday, July 19th and enjoy hors d’oeuvres, cocktails, and be a part of a fascinating discussion with Tracy Dinunzio, founder and CEO of Tradesy, the world’s leading peer-to-peer marketplace for women’s fashion. Tracy will share her entrepreneurial story and how her early recognition of online consignment shopping helped her in building one of LA’s better-known e-commerce brands. R.E.D. Talks is a series of discussions with innovators who are creating new paradigms and breaking new ground in some of the most dynamic industries across our region. Many of the thought leaders now taking the lead in the new global economy have well-established roots right here in L.A. County. This diverse group of influencers will share their visions for Regional Economic Development (R.E.D) and the role the business community can play in securing a sound future as one of the world’s most vital economic powerhouses. Email [email protected]. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25736 July 19, Los Angeles -- GENBAND Perspectives. GENBAND user conference. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25774 July 20, Irvine -- Tech Panel: AI, Machine Learning & Automation. Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning & Automation are the buzzwords of tomorrow. Virtual assistants, autonomous vehicles, purchase predictions & smart home products are a few examples of how these technologies are being utilized today. This panel will feature local innovators working daily to bring these budding technologies to limelight.. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25745 July 20, Los Angeles -- GENBAND Perspectives. GENBAND user conference. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25775 July 22, Los Angeles -- State of Digital Money. The State of Digital Money is Los Angeles’ premier professional event and conference focused on the conversation of the evolving trends and emerging technologies disrupting the global financial system and worldwide transactions. In recent years, fintech has seen billions of dollars of growth in investments, capitalizing on disruptive technologies in payment services, wealth management, and funding applications. In early 2017, the most prominent digital currency, bitcoin, reaches an all-time high since November of 2013, validating a continued disruptive value of the cryptocurrency on a global scale. Simultaneously, blockchain technology, the underlying system in which bitcoin is founded on, makes major strides as financial institutions and enterprise technology companies explore its potential applications and it’s ability to improve upon digital security and valuable asset transactions.. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25713 July 22, Los Angeles, CA -- State of Digital Money 2017. State of Digital Money is the premier industry event gathering leaders, stakeholders, and innovators in fintech, blockchain, and digital currency. Come discuss trends, opportunities, and emerging technologies disrupting the global financial system and worldwide transactions. Current speakers include Brock Pierce (Blockchain Capital), Scott Bambacigno (Alphapoint), Chase Barnett (Crowdfunder), Paul Puey (Airbitz), Ronny Boesing (OpenLedger), Jesse Grushack (Consensys), Simon Jaud (City National Bank), Alyse Kileen (StillMark), Brian Klein (Baker Marquart LLP), Tiana Laurence (Factom), Justin Newton (Netki), and Vicky Zhou (Wisebanyan). Location: Cross Campus Downtown. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25766 July 26, La Jolla -- San Diego Venture Group Summer Social. Join the party to end the summer with 500+ of your SDVG friends! Spend an afternoon at the beautiful Scripps Seaside Forum and join SDVG for our Summer Social Beer Bash! Sample some of San Diego’s best craft brews, along with plenty of great food, wine, spirits, live band, and La Jolla sunset. You work hard, so take a couple hours off! Bring the whole office and make it your end of the summer party! This is a purely fun networking event with food, drink, and entertainment. Shoes Not RequiredNEW . See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25794 July 26, Los Angeles -- Launching Your Product in the New Reality of Retail (MAKE IT). If you have a consumer product, planning and executing your launch is critical to thrive–or even just survive–in today’s repidly changing landscape of retail. From pricing and packaging to customer engagement and the order you approach each channel, everything matters. Hear war stories and learn hard-earned tips from experts that are living it today. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25767 July 27, Los Angeles -- Growth Capital Conference. Network with capital sources, advisors, deal makers and 100 entrepreneurs seeking capital & counsel. DEAL DISPLAYtm showcases growing firms needing capital. View products, videos, online demos. Hot Networking Breakfast at 7:00 AM sharp. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25719 July 30, Los Angeles -- SIGGRAPH 2017. The annual SIGGRAPH conference is a five-day interdisciplinary educational experience in the latest computer graphics and interactive techniques, including a three-day commercial exhibition that attracts hundreds of companies from around the world. The conference also hosts the international SIGGRAPH Computer Animation Festival, showcasing works from the world's most innovative and accomplished digital film and video creators. Juried and curated content includes outstanding achievements in time-based art, scientific visualization, visual effects, real-time graphics, and narrative shortsNEW . See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25795 July 31, Los Angeles -- SIGGRAPH 2017. The annual SIGGRAPH conference is a five-day interdisciplinary educational experience in the latest computer graphics and interactive techniques, including a three-day commercial exhibition that attracts hundreds of companies from around the world. The conference also hosts the international SIGGRAPH Computer Animation Festival, showcasing works from the world's most innovative and accomplished digital film and video creators. Juried and curated content includes outstanding achievements in time-based art, scientific visualization, visual effects, real-time graphics, and narrative shortsNEW . See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25796 August 1, Los Angeles -- SIGGRAPH 2017. The annual SIGGRAPH conference is a five-day interdisciplinary educational experience in the latest computer graphics and interactive techniques, including a three-day commercial exhibition that attracts hundreds of companies from around the world. The conference also hosts the international SIGGRAPH Computer Animation Festival, showcasing works from the world's most innovative and accomplished digital film and video creators. Juried and curated content includes outstanding achievements in time-based art, scientific visualization, visual effects, real-time graphics, and narrative shortsNEW . See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25797 August 2, Los Angeles -- SIGGRAPH 2017. The annual SIGGRAPH conference is a five-day interdisciplinary educational experience in the latest computer graphics and interactive techniques, including a three-day commercial exhibition that attracts hundreds of companies from around the world. The conference also hosts the international SIGGRAPH Computer Animation Festival, showcasing works from the world's most innovative and accomplished digital film and video creators. Juried and curated content includes outstanding achievements in time-based art, scientific visualization, visual effects, real-time graphics, and narrative shortsNEW . See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25798 August 3, Los Angeles -- SIGGRAPH 2017. The annual SIGGRAPH conference is a five-day interdisciplinary educational experience in the latest computer graphics and interactive techniques, including a three-day commercial exhibition that attracts hundreds of companies from around the world. The conference also hosts the international SIGGRAPH Computer Animation Festival, showcasing works from the world's most innovative and accomplished digital film and video creators. Juried and curated content includes outstanding achievements in time-based art, scientific visualization, visual effects, real-time graphics, and narrative shortsNEW . See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25799 August 5, Los Angeles -- Big Data Day LA 2017. Big Data Day LA is the largest of its kind, and completely free, Big Data conference in Southern California. 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