*socaltech.com <http://socaltech.com> TechNews - Tuesday, January 15, 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 * - j2 Global Adds Two Companies In Q4 <#m_8010267768506787240_0077060> - HyperX Taps Celebrity Power For New Ad Campaign Tied To NBA Finals <#m_8010267768506787240_0077061> - Riot Games Updates Company Values In Wake Of Harassment Scandal <#m_8010267768506787240_0077064> - EDF Renewables Brings New Wind Project In New York Online <#m_8010267768506787240_0077062> - MomentFeed Launches Local Landing Page Templates <#m_8010267768506787240_0077063> - Wiliot Finds $30M More From Amazon Web Services, Others <#m_8010267768506787240_0077059> - Bird Backs Off On Legal Threats Against Journalist, Apologizes <#m_8010267768506787240_0077052> - CareerArc, Led By Longtime Technology Vet, Connects With $30M <#m_8010267768506787240_0077051> - Cirius Therapeutics Files For IPO <#m_8010267768506787240_0077050> - Bird, BoingBoing Battle Over News Article <#m_8010267768506787240_0077048> *Marketplace* - Stradling <#m_8010267768506787240_ad608> - Early Stage Commercial Insurance - Pacific Unified Insurance Agency <#m_8010267768506787240_ad596> - Square 1 Bank <#m_8010267768506787240_ad695> *Tuesday, January 15, 2019* *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 *j2 Global Adds Two Companies In Q4* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0077060.html> Los Angeles-based Internet services and publishing giant j2 Global has acquired two companies, saying this morning that it acquired Ekahau, a company in the digital media space, and Castle Connolly, a company in the digital media and healthcare industry. Financial details of the two acquisition were not announced, although the company said the financial impact of those acquisition is not expected to be material to the publicly held company. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0077060.html>) *HyperX Taps Celebrity Power For New Ad Campaign Tied To NBA Finals* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0077061.html> Fountain Valley-based HyperX, the videogame accessory maker which is part of Kingston Technology, has launched a new ad campaign, which taps the celebrity power of Post Malone, Gordon Hayward, Joel Embiid, JuJu Smith-Schuster, Pokimane, Shroud, Daigo, De'Aaron Fox and Rush. The company--which has had celebrity endorsement deals with all of those celebrity influencers--said its new "We're All Gamers" ad campaign is part of its presenting sponsorship of NBA Saturday Primetime on ABC. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0077061.html>) *Riot Games Updates Company Values In Wake Of Harassment Scandal* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0077064.html> Los Angeles-based videogame maker Riot Games has updated its company values, in the wake of a number of lawsuits over discrimination and sexual harassment. The company--which had been accused of fostering a sexist culture at the company--apparently is hoping to transform the culture at the company. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0077064.html>) *EDF Renewables Brings New Wind Project In New York Online* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0077062.html> San Diego-based renewable energy developer EDF Renewables North America says it has brought a new, 80 megawatt wind project in New York online. According to EDF Renewables, the 80 MW Copenhagen Wind Project is now fully operational and delivering electricity, through a 15-year Power Purchase Agreement with the Narragansett Electric Company. The project includes 40 wind turbines, manufactured by Vestas Wind Systems A/S. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0077062.html>) *MomentFeed Launches Local Landing Page Templates* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0077063.html> Santa Monica-based MomentFeed, which develops software tools that helps multi-location brands manage the customer experience of mobile consumers, says it is making it easier for its customers to build landing pages for their locations. According to MomentFeed, it has added new a new "Location Finder Templates and Widgets" product, which provides location brands and digital agencies with SEO-ready landing pages for their local locations. Pricing on the new product were not announced. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0077063.html>) *Wiliot Finds $30M More From Amazon Web Services, Others* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0077059.html> Wiliot, an Israel- and San Diego-based RFID technology developer, has received $30M more in a funding round, the company said on Monday. The funding, a Series B, came from Amazon Web Services, Samsung Venture Investment Corp., and Avery Dennison Corp. Wiliot is developing disposable, RFID tags which do not require batteries, and are aimed at use in the tracking of consumer products during the manufacturing process. The company's tags are aimed at use in such products as clothing. (Funding Details <https://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showco&id=55907>)( More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0077059.html>) *Bird Backs Off On Legal Threats Against Journalist, Apologizes* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0077052.html> Santa Monica-based on-demand scooter rental startup Bird has backed off on legal threats against a local, LA journalist, Cory Doctorow, after widespread outroar over what was perceived as a censorship threat, saying that the company's legal team "overreached" in issuing a takedown letter. ( More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0077052.html>) *CareerArc, Led By Longtime Technology Vet, Connects With $30M* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0077051.html> Los Angeles-based human resources (HR) technology developer CareerArc--part of an ever growing number of Los Angeles area enterprise software companies--said this morning that it has raised $30M in a growth equity funding. According to CareerArc, the new round was led by PeakEquity Partners. CareerArc says its developing HR software that specifically address two parts of the hiring software market--hiring new talent and transitioning employees out of the organization. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0077051.html>) *Cirius Therapeutics Files For IPO* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0077050.html> San Diego-based Cirius Therapeutics, a venture-backed biotech startup developing treatments for liver disease, has filed for an IPO, saying it is looking to raise up to $86.25M in funding on the Nasdaq Global Select Market as CSTX. The company's IPO is being underwritten by Citigroup, Credit Suisse, Needham & Company, and Wedbush PacGrow. The startup--led by Robert Baltura, Jr.--is venture backed by Frazier Life Sciences, Novo Holdings A/S, Adams Street Partners, and the William D. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0077050.html>) *Bird, BoingBoing Battle Over News Article* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0077048.html> Santa Monica-based Bird, and LA online publication BoingBoing, as well as BoingBoing journalist Cory Doctorow, are in the midst of a legal spat, after Bird threatened BoingBoing with legal action for describing how people are scavenging abandoned Bird scooters and turning them into their own, personal scooters using a $30 kit from China. BoingBoing did not describe how to modify and disable Bird's software and scooter, only reporting on the existence of such kits. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0077048.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. *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. 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For more information, visit www.square1bank.com, or send an email to [email protected]. ------------------------------ *Recent Funding <#m_8010267768506787240_funding>* 1/14/19 Wiliot <http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=95066> San Diego $30.00 M 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 NantCell, Inc. <http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=94876> Culver City $30.00 M 12/19/18 Elementary Robotics <http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=94682> Los Angeles $3.60 M 12/18/18 Seismic <http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=94681> Solana Beach $100.00 M 12/13/18 Akero Therapeutics <http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=94565> South San Francisco $70.00 M 12/13/18 Procore Technologies <http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=94564> Carpinteria $75.00 M 12/13/18 Vyng <http://www.socaltech.com/intelligence/?action=showdeal&id=94563> Los Angeles $4.00 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 ------------------------------ *Upcoming Events* Submit your events at least two weeks in advance to: http://www.socaltech.com/submitevent.html 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. 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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. 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