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For more information about Oracle (NYSE:ORCL), visit www.oracle.com. In Los Angeles, contact Ryan Mondillo ([email protected]). *Ixia's Parent Firm, Keysight Technologies, Hit By Fires* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0072255.html> Keysight Technologies, the parent company of Calabasas-based Ixia, has been hit by the devastating fires in Santa Rosa, California, and has shut down its headquarters while it attempts to figure out what kind of damage was sustained at the location. Keysight acquired Ixia in January of this year for $1.6 billion. According to Keysight, all four of its main buildings appear to be intact, although two modular structures and several automobiles suffered "more extensive damage". (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0072255.html>) *Newegg Looks To Bring Back PC Building* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0072254.html> Remember when building your very own PC was the only way to go? Los Angeles-based Newegg wants to bring back the days of building your own PC, with a new portfolio of kits to help people build their own PCs, the company said this morning. According to Newegg, it has rolled out a new set of PC Build Kits, which its says are ideal for people with "the itch to build their own PCs" but need additional guidance in building their own personal computer. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0072254.html>) *A Closer Look At Disney's Move Into Streaming Services* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0072257.html> How did Walt Disney Company decide to make its $1.58 billion investment in BAMTech, and get into the video streaming business? The New York Times has dived into the decisions and move behind Wal Disney's purchase of MLB spinout BAMTech, which was announced in August of 2016,and the decision making behind the purchase. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0072257.html>) *Raytheon Selected By DigitalGlobe For New Satellite Constellation* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0072256.html> Raytheon Company, which has its satellite operations in El Segundo, said today that it has been selected by earth imaging satellite provider DigitalGlobe, to act as the payload provider for DigitalGlobe. Raytheon said it will deliver the telescopes, detectors and combined electronics to Space Systems Loral, the WorldView Legion space vehicle integrator, as part of a new contract with DigitalGlobe. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0072256.html>) *Strobe Acquired By G.M.* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0072253.html> Pasadena-based Strobe, a startup developing LIDAR systems for driverless cars, has been acquired by GM, GM said on Monday. Financial terms of the acquisition were not announced. G.M. said it would make Strobe a part of its Cruise Automation subsidiary, which is developing self driving technology. Strobe was led by CEO Julie Schoenfeld, and was founded by Dr. Lute Maleki. Strobe is a spinout of another Pasadena technology company, OEwaves. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0072253.html>) *Rustic Canyon Backs UrbanSitter In New Funding Round* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0072248.html> Los Angeles-based venture investor Rustic Canyon Partners is one of the returning investor in a new round for mobile, on-demand babysitting app and marketplace provider UrbanSitter. UrbanSitter said last week that it has raised $17M in a Series C funding round. The funding was led by Advance Venture Partners, and also included Canaan Partners, Aspect Ventures, DBL Investors, First Round Capital, Menlo Ventures and Rustic Canyon Partners. 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Join your peers by registering now. Gather the key IT knowledge needed to be indispensible. This year's Tech Summit agenda is carefully designed to provide you with the latest IT trends and knowledge needed to make the best possible decisions on behalf of your organization. It will allow you to see the best practices other leading companies have adopted, key IT challenges they are facing, and new solutions that are solving these challenges. The available seating is limited so be sure to sign up as soon as possible to ensure you will have a seat. You are welcome to invite other key people on your team.. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25848 October 10, Los Angeles -- *The Entrepreneurs Journey: Show SomeGrit or Time to Quit* The Entrepreneurs Journey: Show Some Grit or Time to Quit. USC Alumni Society. Entrepreneurs often face many challenges, many frustrations, and many victories. The entrepreneurial journey is not for everyone and it definitely is not for the faint of heart. “The Entrepreneurs Journey: Show Some Grit or Time to Quit” is an opportunity for USC alumni to hear from dynamic speakers about their personal entrepreneurial stories and what they did to persevere. This empowering session on entrepreneurship will reveal tips, tricks and real life stories from USC alumni who’ve been there and done that! Find out what steps they took to make success their final destination. Contact Nicole Gordillo [email protected] . See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25894 October 10, Los Angeles -- *Digital Hollywood* Digital Hollywood. Skirball Center. Keynote Event and Evening Host Seth Shapiro, Governor, Interactive Media, The Television Academy. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25898 October 11, Los Angeles -- *The IT Summit Los Angeles* The IT Summit is the executive technology conference series returning to Los Angeles for our eleventh annual event on October 11th, 2017. The purpose of the summit is to provide educational and networking resources for the IT leaders in Southern California. The conference is driven by an Executive Board of regional IT professionals that directs the content of the conference. The IT Summit is designed to address the real-world opportunities and challenges faced by today's executives. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25831 October 11, Venice -- *Silicon Beach Networking Mixer At Wurstkuchein Venice* Silicon Beach Networking Mixer At Wurstkuche in Venice. Join the fastest growing startup and tech community in Los Angeles! Meet new people and participate in lively discussions with outstanding names in the Silicon Beach community. Register immediately for an early bird ticket. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25875 October 11, Los Angeles -- *Digital Hollywood* Digital Hollywood. Skirball Center. Keynote Event and Evening Host Seth Shapiro, Governor, Interactive Media, The Television Academy. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25899 October 12, Los Angeles -- *Plug In: Digital and Beyond - SouthLA* Plug In: Digital and Beyond - South LA. Join us at our upcoming Plug in South LA event and in our movement to spark conversation and identify and accelerate tech and digital media in South LA. We will have an inspiring program of panels and fireside chats featuring South LA leaders and prominent voices in LA tech and investment. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25907 October 12, Los Angeles -- *Digital Hollywood* Digital Hollywood. Skirball Center. Keynote Event and Evening Host Seth Shapiro, Governor, Interactive Media, The Television Academy. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25900 October 14, Pasadena -- *Caltech Entrepreneurs Forum -Cybersecurity* Caltech Entrepreneurs Forum - Cybersecurity. The Caltech Entrepreneurs Forum will be devoted to identifying entrepreneurial opportunities for providing tools to combat cyber threats. We will focus on market segments, what it takes to establish credibility as a small company, and what types of strategic alliances with larger companies can be used to overcome the challenges of starting and operating an emerging company capable of developing and selling leading edge security technology to large and potentially very conservative customers. Our keynote speaker will be Dr. Stan Stahl, president of Citadel Information Group and SecureTheVillage. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25904 October 17, Pasadena -- *Tea Tech & Tequila Autumn MixerFundraiser* Tea Tech & Tequila Autumn Mixer Fundraiser. Connect Pasadena. Media Technologies MarketPlace, a boutique tech sales and service company, is hosting a fun evening of networking, need to know tech showcases, tea and tequila tasting, live music and culinary goodies. As an InnovatePasadena Connect17 Week collaborator, we’ll be celebrating entrepreneurship, innovation, design, technology, and science in Pasadena. It's a fundraiser for Foothill Arts Collective's performing and visual arts programs for youth. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25908 October 17, Los Angeles -- *LA Fintech Awards* *NEW* . See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25915 October 18, Los Angeles -- *LA AdPros and AMA Los AngelesMixer* *NEW* . See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25916 October 19, Los Angeles -- *Cybersecure Los Angeles 2017* *NEW* . See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25919 October 19, Pasadena -- *How I Got Funded* *NEW* . See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25917 October 19, Los Angeles -- *Women Founder's Network 2017 FastPitch* Women Founder's Network 2017 Fast Pitch Competition Deadline. Women Founders Network (WFN) is a virtual accelerator that connects women building high-growth businesses with the tools and resources they need to achieve business success. Our flagship event is an Annual Fast Pitch Competition, which takes place on October 19, 2017. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25687 October 20, Pasadena -- *Attend Innovate Pasadena’s Connect‘17* Connect ’17 Festival – Friday Oct 20. The Connect Festival provides an opportunity for partners and attendees to come together for food, fun, and interactive showcases featuring new technology and innovative projects—in a unique beautiful setting directly in front of Pasadena City Hall. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25911 October 25, Venice -- *Silicon Beach Networking Mixer At Wurstkuchein Venice* Silicon Beach Networking Mixer At Wurstkuche in Venice. Join the fastest growing startup and tech community in Los Angeles! Meet new people and participate in lively discussions with outstanding names in the Silicon Beach community. Register immediately for an early bird ticket. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25876 October 25, Los Angeles -- *Eric Ries: Entrepreneur and bestsellingauthor of The Lean Startup* Eric Ries: Entrepreneur and bestselling author of The Lean Startup discussing his upcoming book, The Startup Way: How Modern Companies Use Entrepreneurial Management to Transform Culture and Drive Long-Term Growth. Live Talks. Eric Ries is an entrepreneur and the author of the New York Times bestseller The Lean Startup, which has been translated into over thirty languages. He is the creator of the Lean Startup methodology, which has become a global movement in business, practiced by individuals and companies around the world. He has founded a number of startups including IMVU, where he served as CTO, and he has advised on business and product strategy for startups, venture capital firms, and large companies, including GE, where he partnered with them on the FastWorks program. Eric served as the Entrepreneur-in-Residence at Harvard Business School, IDEO, and Pivotal and he is the founder and CEO of the Long-Term Stock Exchange. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25897 October 25, Los Angeles -- *Disruption: Digital PlatformsRegulation in the New Economy* *NEW* . See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25920 October 26, Los Angeles Westside -- *Growth CapitalConference* Growth Capital Conference. Network with capital sources, advisors, deal makers and 100 entrepreneurs seeking capital & counsel. DEAL DISPLAY showcases growing firms needing capital & counse. View products, videos, online demos. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25888 October 26, Woodland Hills -- *Information SecuritySpooktactular* *NEW* . See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25912 November 1, Santa Monica -- *LA CEOs breakfast: InternationalConsiderations* *NEW* . See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25921 November 2, La Jolla -- *The 2017 San Diego CIO Executive LeadershipSummit* The 2017 San Diego CIO Executive Leadership Summit. This conference is designed exclusively for CIO/IT leader executives and will deliver world class thought leadership in a collaborative setting. Attendees will receive unique insights into best practices and hear success stories involving strategic leadership to drive innovation, transformation and business results. Industry luminaries will share technology trends and opportunities. Real world insight will be gained through peer and partner networking. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/25850 November 7, San Diego -- *All Talk: Veterans in Innovation* All Talk: Veterans in Innovation. CONNECT. As many veterans are returning to, or looking to enter the private sector, the tech industry is rapidly expanding with opportunities. Tech companies are looking for highly skilled individuals, skills veterans have often built in their time in the service. Many veterans are getting involved in this booming industry and have success stories to share. This panel will feature veterans who've entered the tech economy successfully sharing their stories and tips to encourage other veterans on their path into the innovation economy. If you are a veteran, join us to find out how your strengths can be utilized in the innovation world. If you are a civilian, come learn why a veteran may be your best hire. 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