*socaltech.com <http://socaltech.com> TechNews - Friday, January 11, 2019* Edited by Benjamin F. Kuo ISSN: 1524-6736 http://www.socaltech.com/News ------------------------------
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Key info (http://www.keyinfo.com) infrastructure ~ connectivity ~ co-location ~ cloud ------------------------------ *Headlines * - Steereo: Connecting Ride Sharing Drivers, Music Discovery, with Anne Kavanaugh <#m_7994377693472549759_0077034> - Report: Ring's Gave Unfettered Access To Cameras To Employees <#m_7994377693472549759_0077035> - Amazon's IMDb Launches Free Movie, TV Streaming Service <#m_7994377693472549759_0077037> - SpaceX Launch Today At 7:31am, If Weather Holds <#m_7994377693472549759_0077036> - Qualcomm Backs ClearMotion In $115M Funding <#m_7994377693472549759_0077038> - VivoAquatics Raises $8M <#m_7994377693472549759_0077033> - UberMedia Sells Managed Media Business Unit To LA's Gimbal <#m_7994377693472549759_0077032> *Marketplace* - Square 1 Bank <#m_7994377693472549759_ad695> - SoCal IP Law Group LLP - Serving the IP Needs of Technology Innovators <#m_7994377693472549759_ad611> - BDO - Southern California Technology Industry Team <#m_7994377693472549759_ad737> *Friday, January 11, 2019* *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 *Steereo: Connecting Ride Sharing Drivers, Music Discovery, with Anne Kavanaugh* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0077034.html> In an age of online music streaming, and a general decline in people turning to traditional radio for their music, many artists have a tough challenge of figuring out how to get their music out to new fans. Los Angeles- and New York-based Steereo (www.steereo.com) has a new idea: partner those artists with ride sharing drivers, and pay those ride sharing drivers to play their music to the ever-changing variety of people who hop in their vehicles. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0077034.html>) *Report: Ring's Gave Unfettered Access To Cameras To Employees* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0077035.html> Santa Monica-based Ring, the maker of connected video doorbells, video cameras, and other home security products (which is now part of Amazon), has has huge success in appealing to people looking a better feeling of safety and security in their home. However, according to a new report, that network of cameras in your home has a possible down side: a loss of privacy, and what the report calls "dismal privacy practices" and "lax, sloppy oversight" on who can access your video streams. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0077035.html>) *Amazon's IMDb Launches Free Movie, TV Streaming Service* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0077037.html> IMDb, the online movie information site which Amazon runs partially out of Los Angeles, has launched its own, free movie and TV streaming service, called IMDb Freedive. The new service also features "IMDb Originals", content generated for IMDb itself. A glance at the service showed such titles as 80's Steve Martin movie "Roxanne", Arnold Schwartzenegger's Last Action Hero, Winona Ryder's Little Women, and family films Stuart Little and Muppets In Space. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0077037.html>) *SpaceX Launch Today At 7:31am, If Weather Holds* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0077036.html> Hawthorne-based SpaceX is hoping to launch another set of Iridium NEXT satellites into space this morning from Vandenberg Air Force Base, north of Santa Barbara, if the weather and other conditions hold. According to SpaceX, the instantaneous launch window for the launch is 7:31 a.m. PST, which should be visible across Southern California, depending on cloud conditions. The mission will place ten more Iridium NEXT communications satellites into space. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0077036.html>) *Qualcomm Backs ClearMotion In $115M Funding* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0077038.html> San Diego-based Qualcomm has put its backing behind a startup, ClearMotion, which is developing computer-controlled automotive chassis technology, which replaces shock absorbers with active components to dampen movement while you are driving. According to Boston-based ClearMotion, it raised $115M in a Series D funding, which was led by Franklin Templeton Investments, as well as clients of J.P. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0077038.html>) *VivoAquatics Raises $8M* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0077033.html> Monrovia, California-based VivoAquatics, a provider of water management services for hotels, resorts, and waterparks, has raised $8M in a funding round, according to a regulatory filing by the company this week. Details of the funding had not yet been announced by the company. According to the filing, 2 investors participated in the equity funding round, which closed on Tuesday. (Funding Details <https://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showco&id=59311>)(More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0077033.html>) *UberMedia Sells Managed Media Business Unit To LA's Gimbal* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0077032.html> Pasadena-based UberMedia, the Idealab-backed developer of mobile analytics software, said this week that it has sold its managed media business unit to Los Angeles-based Gimbal. Financial terms of the acquisition were not announced. According to Gimbal, the buy will help it gain access to new markets where it did not previously have a presence. Gimbal--previously known as The Mobile Majority--develops proximity and location management software, and is led by CEO Rob Emrich. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0077032.html>) *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]. *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 *BDO - Southern California Technology Industry Team <http://www.bdo.com>* BDO USA, LLP is a professional services firm providing assurance, tax, and advisory services to publicly traded and privately held companies through more than 60 offices domestically and 160 countries globally. Our Southern California technology industry team professionals have deep experience helping online, software, hardware, and cleantech businesses in the local ecosystem to navigate the many issues affecting their businesses and to help them meet their larger strategic goals. Our team provides a wide range of guidance in the key issues effecting technology companies including, M&A advisory, initial public offerings, tax planning and consulting, intellectual property agreements, financial reporting and regulatory compliance matters. For more information, please contact our LA Technology leaders Anthony Ferguson, Tim Clackett, and Kris Kaufmann at [email protected]. http://www.bdo.com ------------------------------ *Recent Funding <#m_7994377693472549759_funding>* 1/03/19 Forge Therapeutics <http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=94796> San Diego $11.10 M 1/03/19 Verily <http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=94814> South San Francisco $1000.00 M 12/20/18 AvantStay <http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=94684> Los Angeles $5.00 M 12/20/18 Cloud Constellation Corporation <http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=94795> Los Angeles $100.00 M 12/19/18 Elementary Robotics <http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=94682> Los Angeles $3.60 M 12/19/18 NantCell, Inc. <http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=94876> Culver City $30.00 M 12/18/18 Seismic <http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=94681> Solana Beach $100.00 M 12/13/18 Vyng <http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=94563> Los Angeles $4.00 M 12/13/18 Procore Technologies <http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=94564> Carpinteria $75.00 M 12/13/18 Akero Therapeutics <http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=94565> South San Francisco $70.00 M 12/11/18 Jaanuu <http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=94561> El Segundo $15.00 M 12/10/18 AlphaTrAi <http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=94532> Los Angeles $0.00 M 12/06/18 WhiteFox Drone Defense <http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=94518> San Luis Obispo $12.00 M 12/04/18 Freeletics <http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=94355> Los Angeles $45.00 M ------------------------------ *Upcoming Events* Submit your events at least two weeks in advance to: http://www.socaltech.com/submitevent.html January 13, Los Angeles -- *brunchwork w/ Netflix & Backstage Capital* brunchwork w/ Netflix & Backstage Capital. You're invited to an unforgettable brunch with Netflix Originals Launch Strategy, Product Innovation Victoria Young and Backstage Capital founder Arlan Hamilton. Enjoy a fireside chat with Victoria and Arlan curated connections, a business challenge and pitch off... over a seasonal, locally-sourced meal. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26318 January 16, Santa Barbara -- *Robots Are Taking Over: From Space To Inside Your Home And Everything In Between* Robots Are Taking Over: >From Space To Inside Your Home And Everything In Between. Enterprise Forum Central Coast. It’s undisputed that autonomous technologies are advancing across the globe faster than ever before. Join us for an evening of lively discussion exploring smart technologies, intelligent machines and autonomous robots. We will dive into topics including, which industries and countries are making the biggest impact, the societal myths and functional safety of what exists today and what is coming next and how the military, industrial companies and even your living room will continue to see changes. PANELISTS Paul Willard, Storm Ventures, Tim Lebeau, Seek Thermal, Yasamin Mostofi, UCSB College of Engineering. This program will be moderated by Jon Morra, VP Data Science, ZEFR. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26292 January 16, San Diego -- *How Election Hacking is changing America’s Privacy and Security (2019-01-16)* How Election Hacking is changing America’s Privacy and Security. Enterprise Forum San Diego. What really happened in the 2016 and 2018 elections? What’s the real reason Google and FaceBook CEO’s are testifying before Congress? Understanding the new rules of Privacy and Security Debunking the myths. What does this all mean for the San Diego Tech business? Questions to ask your IT and Legal team. Social Media protections that your Marketing team needs to know. Join us for an important discussion about the future of American security and privac. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26294 January 22, Santa Monica -- *AppSec California 2019* AppSec California 2019. The Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP) Los Angeles Chapter has teamed up with the Orange County, Inland Empire, San Diego, Santa Barbara, and San Francisco Bay Area Chapters to bring you another great AppSec California. Join us and your peers for amazing talks and networking on January 22-25, 2019. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26317 January 22, Los Angeles -- *CTO Mixer Cruise: Brian Sletten will speak about Web Assembly* CTO Mixer Cruise: Brian Sletten will speak about Web Assembly. CTO Mixer Cruise: Brian Sletten will speak about Web Assembly. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26319 January 31, Los Angeles -- *Growth Capital Conference* Growth Capital Conference. Pitch to & Network with Investors: Angels,VCs, High Net Worths, Strategic Partners and 100 entrepreneurs seeking capital & counsel. DEAL DISPLAYtm showcases growing firms needing capital. View products, videos, online demos. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26313 January 31, San Diego -- *Preparing Your Company for Sale* Preparing Your Company for Sale. CONNECT. Whether you are acquiring a company or looking to merge your company with another, there are significant operational, practical and legal steps you should take to ensure that your company maintains its value and remains an attractive partner through the transaction. Learn how to avoid the pitfalls in what promises to be a lively discussion among industry veterans from the technology, biotechnology and manufacturing industries. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26295 February 4, Los Angeles -- *Digital Entertainment World 2019* Digital Entertainment World 2019. Described by Hollywood insiders, digital influencers and industry leaders throughout the world as a "must-attend" event, now in its 6th year Digital Entertainment World (DEW) is where you want to be if you are in the business of creating or monetizing digital entertainment content. DEW 2019 focuses on "The Power of Creativity and Influence" and will cover topics from OTT to Innovation to eSports to Millennials to Content Marketing to VR/AR to Music Rights to Startups, etc., as this theme guides all talks, discussions, meetings and presentations over the two days. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26290 February 5, Los Angeles -- *Digital Entertainment World 2019* Digital Entertainment World 2019. Described by Hollywood insiders, digital influencers and industry leaders throughout the world as a "must-attend" event, now in its 6th year Digital Entertainment World (DEW) is where you want to be if you are in the business of creating or monetizing digital entertainment content. DEW 2019 focuses on "The Power of Creativity and Influence" and will cover topics from OTT to Innovation to eSports to Millennials to Content Marketing to VR/AR to Music Rights to Startups, etc., as this theme guides all talks, discussions, meetings and presentations over the two days. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26291 ------------------------------ *Recent Job Postings * More jobs at http://www.socaltech.com/Jobs ------------------------------ ------------------------------ *Sponsored By * TVC Capital LLC (www.tvccapital.com) Investments and acquisitions of growing software companies. Silicon Valley Bank (http://www.svb.com). Make next happen now. 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