*socaltech.com <http://socaltech.com> TechNews - Thursday, April 19, 2018* Edited by Benjamin F. Kuo ISSN: 1524-6736 http://www.socaltech.com/News <https://www.socaltech.com/News> ------------------------------
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Key info (http://www.keyinfo.com) infrastructure ~ connectivity ~ co-location ~ cloud ------------------------------ *Headlines * - PeerStreet's Brett Crosby On New Funding, Growth, Hiring, and Real Estate <#m_-2622342868338714378_0074485> - Activision's Call Of Duty: WWII Connects With Alexa <#m_-2622342868338714378_0074484> - PatientPop Adds Two Executives <#m_-2622342868338714378_0074483> - SpaceX Successfully Launches NASA TESS To Space, Recovers Falcon 9 <#m_-2622342868338714378_0074481> - Ingram Micro Expands IT Disposal, Recycling Operations In Brazil <#m_-2622342868338714378_0074482> - Agentology Gets $12M For Real Estate Leads <#m_-2622342868338714378_0074476> - Tala Finds $65M More <#m_-2622342868338714378_0074475> - Immortals Inks Partnership With Mountain Dew <#m_-2622342868338714378_0074470> - j2 Global Buys Two Companies In Q1 <#m_-2622342868338714378_0074469> *Marketplace* - Stradling <#m_-2622342868338714378_ad608> - SoCal IP Law Group LLP - Serving the IP Needs of Technology Innovators <#m_-2622342868338714378_ad611> - Early Stage Commercial Insurance - Pacific Unified Insurance Agency <#m_-2622342868338714378_ad596> - Neohire South <#m_-2622342868338714378_ad720> - Simplify Cloud Management - Multi-Cloud Command & Control from Key Info <#m_-2622342868338714378_ad729> *Thursday, April 19, 2018* *Pixelgate.net - Internet Access, Web Hosting, Network Services <http://www.pixelgate.net>* We put the "Service" back into Internet Service Provider. http://www.pixelgate.net *PeerStreet's Brett Crosby On New Funding, Growth, Hiring, and Real Estate* <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0074485.html> Los Angeles-based real estate lending marketplace PeerStreet ( www.peerstreet.com) recently announced a big, $29.5M funding round, so we though we'd catch up with one of its co-founders, Brett Crosby, to learn more about the new funding and the company's growth. (More... <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0074485.html>) *Activision's Call Of Duty: WWII Connects With Alexa* <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0074484.html> Santa Monica-based game publisher Activision said Wednesday that it has rolled out a new Alexa Skill, which lets players of its popular game, Call of Duty: WWII, get in-game advice from Alexa. According to Activision, the new skill will provide personalized player recommendations, updates on in-game achievements, and more. The new skill--voiced as a soldier from the game--will analyze a user's match and recommend ways users can improve the next time they play. (More... <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0074484.html>) *PatientPop Adds Two Executives* <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0074483.html> Santa Monica-based PatientPop, which develops cloud-based practice management software for healthcare providers, has added two new executives to its team. PatientPop said it has named Jeb Burrows as Vice President of Business Development & Channels, and Caitlin Reiche as Head of Strategic Product Management. Burrows was most recently Executive Director of Partnerships, Events, and Inside Sales at athenahealth. (More... <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0074483.html>) *SpaceX Successfully Launches NASA TESS To Space, Recovers Falcon 9* <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0074481.html> Hawthorne-based SpaceX successfully launched another payload into space on Wednesday, sending the NASA TESS (Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite) into orbit around the earth. SpaceX also landed the first stage of the Falcon 9 on its landing barge, "Of Course I Still Love You". The NASA mission will look for exoplanets orbiting nearby stars, by detecting the fluctuation in light of nearby stars, as those planets transit across the face of those stars. The launch was from Cape Canaveral. (More... <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0074481.html>) *Ingram Micro Expands IT Disposal, Recycling Operations In Brazil* <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0074482.html> Irvine-based technology distributor *Ingram Micro <http://www.ingrammicro.com>* said on Wednesday that its *Ingram MicroCommerce & Lifecycle Services <http://www.ingrammicroitad.com/>* arm has opened up a new facility in Brazil. According to the company, it has opened up a new IT Asset Disposition (ITAD) Processing Center, located in Sao Paulo, Brazil, which will provide lifecycle support services, onsite data destruction and e-waste recycling services.(More... <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0074482.html>) *Agentology Gets $12M For Real Estate Leads* <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0074476.html> San Diego-based Agentology, which develops automated lead referral and management tools for the real estate industry, has raised $12M in a funding round, the company disclosed Tuesday. The funding was led by Defy.vc, which will add Trae Vassallo to Agentology's board. Agentology says it handles and qualifies real estate leads for real estate agents, using a team that is 100 percent based in the US. (Funding Details <https://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/index.php?action=showdeal&id=91554> )(More... <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0074476.html>) *Tala Finds $65M More* <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0074475.html> Santa Monica-based Tala, which provides financial services for underserved consumers using their mobile phones, has raised $50M in a Series C funding, plus an additional $15M in separate funding, according to the company. The funding was led by Revolution Growth, and also included IVP, Data Collective, Lowercase Capital, Ribbit Capital, and Female Founders Fund. Tala said it will use the new funding to expand to Mexico and India. Tala is led by founder and CEO Shivani Siroya. (Funding Details <https://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showco&id=52552>)(More... <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0074475.html>) *Immortals Inks Partnership With Mountain Dew* <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0074470.html> Los Angeles-based e-sports organization Immortals and Mountain Dew said on Tuesday that the two are in a partnership, where Mountain Dew will become the "Official Beverage" of the e-sports team. Financial details of that sponsorship deal were not announced. According to the two, the deal will include multiple content initiatives, including an unscripted, esports pilot that will feature the Immortals. (More... <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0074470.html>) *j2 Global Buys Two Companies In Q1* <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0074469.html> Los Angeles-based j2 Global, the widely diversified provider of Internet services and online media, has acquired two more companies, the company said today. j2 Global said it acquired ThreatTrack (VIPRE Security), a provider of security-focused cloud services, and certain assets of Lifescript, a provider of digial media in the health area. Financial details of those acquisition were not announced. j2 Global said it does not expect those acquisitions to be material to its business. (More... <https://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0074469.html>) *Stradling <http://www.sycr.com>* Stradling, Attorneys At Law (<a href="http://www.sycr.com";>http://www.sycr.com) Stradling Yocca Carlson & Rauth (“Stradling”) is a premier business law firm with over 125 attorneys and 10 offices in the western US. The offices are: Newport Beach, Santa Barbara, Santa Monica, San Diego, San Francisco - SOMA, San Francisco - Financial District, Sacramento, Reno, Denver, Seattle. The Firm’s corporate, litigation and public law practices are well known for their expertise and depth. Stradling's clients include emerging and high growth public and private companies as well as private equity funds, venture capital groups and their respective portfolio companies. Widely recognized for its expertise, responsiveness and outstanding client service, the Firm's size, structure, and culture allow it to provide the highest quality representation while maintaining the responsiveness and relationships commonly associated with smaller firms. *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 *Early Stage Commercial Insurance - Pacific Unified Insurance Agency <[email protected]>* We are a commercial insurance broker working with startup and early stage technology and E-Commerce companies to implement cost effective strategies for their insurance and risk management programs. We provide guidance and strategic planning during various phases and also advise regarding employee benefit structures to assist in employee recruiting and retention. Coverage placements include D&O, Property, Liability, Workers Comp, E&O, Cyber/Network Security and Employee Benefit Programs. Contact: John Huttinger, CIC, CRM Vice President Ph#310-370-5000 Ext 3025 w Fx 310-370-5454 [email protected] *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 *Simplify Cloud Management - Multi-Cloud Command & Control from Key Info <https://www.keyinfo.com/public-cloud/#streamone>* Simplify Cloud Management - Multi-Cloud Command & Control from Key Information Systems A major downfall of a hybrid or multi-cloud environment is the difficulty in monitoring and maintaining numerous instances across several accounts and platforms. Add that to deployment complexity and capacity issues, and your business will struggle to reap the benefits of cloud. A multi-cloud consolidation platform from KeyInfo solves these issues and more! KeyInfo provides top notch multi-cloud services, management capabilities and tailored support. We enable customers to procure cloud services from a single source, allowing for the access and management of a full range of industry-leading IaaS cloud providers including Amazon Web Services, IBM, Microsoft and more. We work with you to meet your cloud strategy needs and enable you to leverage all of the unique capabilities of the platform. To schedule an appointment, visit https://www.keyinfo.com/public-cloud/#streamone ------------------------------ *Recent Funding <#m_-2622342868338714378_funding>* 4/18/18 Tala <https://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=91553> Los Angeles $50.00 M 4/18/18 Agentology <https://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=91554> San Diego $12.00 M 4/17/18 AppOnboard <https://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=91552> Los Angeles $15.00 M 4/17/18 VizExplorer <https://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=91551> San Diego $0.00 M 4/09/18 Flyr <https://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=91360> Santa Monica $1.00 M 4/09/18 SPIDR Tech Inc. <https://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=91361> Manhattan Beach $2.50 M 4/06/18 Lytx FKA DriveCam <https://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=91336> San Diego $700.00 M 4/05/18 PeerStreet <https://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=91312> Manhattan Beach $29.50 M 4/03/18 Axonics Modulation Technologies <https://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=91166> Irvine $20.10 M 3/30/18 Wondery <https://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=90999> Los Angeles $5.00 M 3/28/18 Singlera Genomics <https://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=90995> La Jolla $60.00 M 3/27/18 Relativity <https://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=90980> Los Angeles $35.00 M 3/27/18 Fastdata.io, Inc. <https://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=90994> Santa Monica $5.00 M 3/26/18 Upkeep <https://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=90968> Los Angeles $10.00 M ------------------------------ *Upcoming Events* Submit your events at least two weeks in advance to: http://www.socaltech.com/submitevent.html April 19, Santa Monica -- *Advancement of Women in STEM* WITI: Advancement of Women in STEM. In an era when women are more and more prominent in fields such as business, law, and medicine - why are there so few women pursuing career in Information Technology, Engineering and Science? Our panelists for our upcoming event "Advancement in STEM" are phenomenal women who are making significant contributions to technical communities that improve and impact our society through education, entertainment, and engineering. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26029 April 19, Glendale -- *HR101: Hiring, Onboarding, and Paying Employees* HR101: Hiring, Onboarding, and Paying Employees. SCORE. The SCORE/Paychex seminar, HR101: Hiring, Onboarding, and Paying Employees, helps entrepreneurs select and develop productive and engaged employees. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26049 April 20, Santa Monica -- *StartEngine ICO 2.0 Spring Summit* StartEngine ICO 2.0 Spring Summit. The ICO marketplace has continued to grow exponentially; over $1.2B has already been raised in 2018; well on the way of passing the 2017 benchmark of $3.2B! The StartEngine ICO 2.0 Spring Summit will bring together hundreds of devoted cryptocurrency and blockchain investors, companies and influential keynote speakers to discuss a myriad of topics. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26025 April 24, Irvine -- *Gemalto KeySecure Certification course* Gemalto KeySecure Certification course. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26053 April 25, Thousand Oaks -- *IEEE Buenaventura EMBS Talk on Vivonetics: Progressing Clinical Research with Wearable Technology* IEEE Buenaventura EMBS Talk on Vivonetics. Wearable sensors have become ubiquitous in the world of fitness tracking and quantified self, but data from these devices is limited to basic analysis. Vivonoetics, with our software platform VivoSense, enables continuous data to be analyzed with accuracy and repeatability. VivoSense is a sensor agnostic software that combines multiple sensor data onto one analysis platform. Sensor data can be synced together, making data collection possibilities for academic and clinical research boundless. This presentation will give an overview of the VivoSense software, how it meets the needs of a universal physiological data analysis program and its built in algorithms that provide quality physiological end points for research. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26067 April 26, Los Angeles -- *Growth Capital Conference* Network with capital sources: Angels,VCs,High Net Worths,advisors and 100 entrepreneurs seeking capital & counsel. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26034 April 28, Irvine -- *Tech Coast Angels: EXTREME Coaching* Tech Coast Angels: EXTREME Coaching. Perfect your 60-second pitch with valuable coaching from Tech Coast Angels investors and startup experts. Participate in friendly competition and win bragging rights and special TCA recognition with plaques and digital website badges awarded to category favorites and participants. Incredible networking and exposure to media and active investors of Orange County. Attend one or both of the coaching days and perform your 60-second pitch in front of Teach Coast Angels investors, receiving valuable feedback and coaching on how to enhance and perfect your pitch. Observe as other entrepreneurs try their luck at the elevator pitch, and learn as the coaches offer their suggestions for the most impactful strategies for influence and communication.. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26001 April 29, Irvine -- *Tech Coast Angels: EXTREME Coaching* Tech Coast Angels: EXTREME Coaching. Perfect your 60-second pitch with valuable coaching from Tech Coast Angels investors and startup experts. Participate in friendly competition and win bragging rights and special TCA recognition with plaques and digital website badges awarded to category favorites and participants. Incredible networking and exposure to media and active investors of Orange County. Attend one or both of the coaching days and perform your 60-second pitch in front of Teach Coast Angels investors, receiving valuable feedback and coaching on how to enhance and perfect your pitch. Observe as other entrepreneurs try their luck at the elevator pitch, and learn as the coaches offer their suggestions for the most impactful strategies for influence and communication.. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26002 April 30, Los Angeles -- *Crypto Invest Summit* Crypto Invest Summit. CRYPTO INVEST SUMMIT is an exclusive, curated, high-impact, informative and thought-provoking summit presented by some of the world’s foremost innovators, change makers and prominent leaders in the blockchain and crypto ecosystem. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26046 May 1, Los Angeles -- *Crypto Invest Summit* Crypto Invest Summit. CRYPTO INVEST SUMMIT is an exclusive, curated, high-impact, informative and thought-provoking summit presented by some of the world’s foremost innovators, change makers and prominent leaders in the blockchain and crypto ecosystem. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26047 May 2, Los Angeles -- *Crypto Invest Summit* Crypto Invest Summit. CRYPTO INVEST SUMMIT is an exclusive, curated, high-impact, informative and thought-provoking summit presented by some of the world’s foremost innovators, change makers and prominent leaders in the blockchain and crypto ecosystem. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26048 May 5, Encino -- *First Time Entrepreneur Workshop* First Time Entrepreneur Workshop. LAVA. Workshop for entrepreneurs that are starting companies in areas that are likely to draw venture capital investment. During our five hour program, you will learn how to: Determine the value of your company Put together a capitalization table Understand how VCs screen potential investments Understand the differences between trademarks, copyrights and patents and when you need them Choose co-founders Network at startup events — the right way. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26058 May 7, San Diego -- *Technology Services World (TSW) 2018* Technology Services World (TSW) 2018. TSW is an unrivaled source of peer learning, networking, and idea sharing. Learn how technology companies are leveraging the expertise of both their Sales and Service teams to land, retain, and grow customers. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26035 May 11, San Diego -- *SANS Cyber Security Training in San Diego, California* SANS Cyber Security Training in San Diego, California. SANS' information security training goes beyond theory, incorporating real-world examples and practical techniques you can apply directly to your work. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26051 May 16, San Diego -- *MIT Enterprise Forum San Diego, Annual Wine Social Fundraiser* MIT Enterprise Forum San Diego, Annual Wine Social Fundraiser. Join us for the 15th Annual Wine Social and Fundraiser for #Stem. It’s a relaxing evening of fun, wine, great food, and an opportunity to give back to #STEM Programs. Located at the beautiful Waterfalls at Knobbe Martens in Del Mar you’ll enjoy unlimited tastings of California’s finest wines, along with a tasteful dinner prepared by the French Gourmet, and network with the who’s who of the #Tech and #Biotech industry. A portion of the ticket sales are donated to the MIT Science and Engineering Program for Teachers, (SEPT). This program enables the MIT Club of San Diego to send one High School teacher to MIT in Cambridge, MA for special training that they bring back to their classrooms in San Diego. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26060 ------------------------------ *Recent Job Postings * More jobs at http://www.socaltech.com/Jobs CFO or VP Finance <http:///showjob.php?id=5698> withheld Product Engineer I <http:///showjob.php?id=5697> Aerovironment Head of CRM Marketing <http:///showjob.php?id=5696> Thrive Market Accounts Payable Specialist <http:///showjob.php?id=5695> Snap Inc. Hardware Development Manager <http:///showjob.php?id=5694> SpaceX Cloud Management Architect <http:///showjob.php?id=5693> Withheld Engineering Mgr, Electrical Hardware. Aerospace. 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