*socaltech.com <http://socaltech.com> TechNews - Friday, September 13, 2019* Edited by Benjamin F. Kuo ISSN: 1524-6736 http://www.socaltech.com/News ------------------------------
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KPMG (http://home.kpmg/us/en/home/about/offices/los-angeles-1.html) Level up with KPMG ------------------------------ *Headlines * - Microsoft, Disney Link On Cloud, Technology Deal <#0078835> - Activision Launches Call of Duty: Modern Warfare Multiplayer Beta <#0078837> - MemComputing Joins Air Force Research Lab Space Accelerator <#0078838> - Future Media Buys Oak & Jackal <#0078836> - Report: Hulu Drops Google Daydream VR Support <#0078834> - Rebound Therapeutics Acquired By Integra Lifesciences <#0078833> - Fair Acquires Canvas From Ford <#0078830> *Marketplace* - Apply now for Verizon's Built on 5G Challenge <#ad755> - TuesdayNights Impact Conference - Santa Monica - 9/27 <#ad754> - Bestronics - Electronic Engineering Services, SOMs, Imaging Products, Displays & Batteries <#ad752> - Become a Socaltech Supporter! <#ad724> - Early Stage Commercial Insurance - Pacific Unified Insurance Agency <#ad596> *Friday, September 13, 2019* *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 *Microsoft, Disney Link On Cloud, Technology Deal* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0078835.html> The Walt Disney Studios, in Burbank, and technology giant Microsoft Corp. are in a new deal where the two will work together, where Disney will work with Microsoft on ways to create, produce and distribute content on the Microsoft Azure cloud platform, the companies announced on Friday morning. According to the companies, they are in a five year "innovation partnership" to develop 'scene-to-screen' content workflows, which will include a technology hub called The Walt Disney Studios StudioLAB. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0078835.html>) *Activision Launches Call of Duty: Modern Warfare Multiplayer Beta* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0078837.html> Santa Monica-based game publisher Activision has launched a beta of its latest title in the Call of Duty line, Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare. According to Activision, the beta of its title is available to PlayStation 4 players, giving and early access look to its new, multi-player features. The title--being developed for Activision by game studio Infinity Ward--will allow users playing on both gaming consoles and PC platforms to play together. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0078837.html>) *MemComputing Joins Air Force Research Lab Space Accelerator* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0078838.html> San Diego-based MemComputing, a startup working on high performance computing technology, says it has been selected to join the Air Force Research Laboratory's Catalyst Space Accelerator, being held in Colorado Springs, Colorado. According to MemComputing, it is working on software which uses physics principles and the logic and reasoning functions of the human brain. The company is a spinout of the University of California, San Diego, and was founded by Dr. Massimiliano Di Ventra and Dr. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0078838.html>) *Future Media Buys Oak & Jackal* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0078836.html> Irvine-based Future Media, a digital marketing company, announced late Thursday that it has acquired Oak & Jackal, a direct-to-consumer maker of watches. Financial details of the acquisition were not announced. Future Media said the acquisition is its first foray into consumer sales. Oak & Jackal was originally launched and funded through an effort on Kickstarter, in June of 2016. The company also offers eyewear and wallets. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0078836.html>) *Report: Hulu Drops Google Daydream VR Support* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0078834.html> Los Angeles-based streaming television service Hulu has dropped support for Google's Daydream VR platform, according to a report on Thursday, which makes it impossible for owners of Google's VR headset to access Hulu content. The report--from Variety--said Hulu quietly dropped the support in the past couple of weeks. Hulu did say that owners running older versions of its app can still access its content on Google Daydream--at least until they update to Hulu's latest Android app version. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0078834.html>) *Rebound Therapeutics Acquired By Integra Lifesciences* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0078833.html> Irvine-based Rebound Therapeutics, a developer of single use, disposable devices used in minimally invasive surgical procedures, has been acquired by Integra LifeSciences, the companies said this week. Financial details of the acquisition were not announced. Rebound's Auro Surgiscope system is a single-use, disposable, neurosurgical endoscope, and had its products cleared by the FDA in January. Rebound Therapeutics will become part of Integra's Codman Specialty Surgical division. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0078833.html>) *Fair Acquires Canvas From Ford* <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0078830.html> Santa Monica-based Fair, which offers up very flexible, subscription-based leases on used cars, has acquired the Canvas subscription car service, which was owned by Ford Motor Credit. Financial terms of the acquisition were not announced. According to Ford, existing customers of Canvas will be given an option to join Fair's service at the ends of their current vehicle subscription term. Fair's service--unlike a traditional lease--lets users rent vehicles on a monthly basis. (More... <http://www.socaltech.com/fullstory/0078830.html>) *Apply now for Verizon's Built on 5G Challenge <https://verizon5glabs.com/BuiltOn5G/>* The Built on 5G Challenge is a nationwide search for the best products, services, and applications that will bring the true power of 5G to life. For more information on prizes, eligibility, and submission requirements, click here. The winners will be awarded up to $1 million, access to our 5G Labs, and an opportunity for Verizon to invest in their companies in a future fundraising round. Challenge guidelines Every submission should demonstrate your company’s commitment to social responsibility and sustainable business practices. Eligibility In order to be eligible, teams must be part of a U.S. company that has 200 or fewer employees and meet the eligibility requirements in the Official Rules. For full contest details on eligibility, requirements and prizes, go to: https://verizon5glabs.com/BuiltOn5G/ *TuesdayNights Impact Conference - Santa Monica - 9/27 <https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tuesdaynights-impact-conference-tickets-66623359261>* Over 100 Female Entrepreneurs and Thought Leaders Unite for TuesdayNights inaugural Impact Conference at the Annenberg Community Beach House on Friday, September 27th. The event, hosted by TuesdayNights founders Justine Lassoff and Melinda Moore, will feature keynote speakers including Laura Doss-Hertz, winner of XPRIZE for water abundance and Ronalee Zarate-Bayani, CMO of the Los Angeles Rams; as well as panelists who are female founders, wellness professionals and venture capitalists making a positive impact: including Dana Settle, Partner of Greycroft; Ara Katz, CEO Seed; Deepika Chopra, Optimism Doctor; Jennifer Loo, CFO of Tala; and Nanxi Liu, Founder of Enplug and XFactor. Founded in 2013, TuesdayNights is a community of female entrepreneurs, investors and senior executives with a mission to inspire, collaborate and impact change through networking events, top speakers and intimate gatherings. Each event features a nonprofit that is changing the world for the better and sharing how the community can get involved. Register today! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tuesdaynights-impact-conference-tickets-66623359261 *Bestronics - Electronic Engineering Services, SOMs, Imaging Products, Displays & Batteries <https://www.bestronics.com>* Are the great ideas stacking up faster than your engineering resources can handle? Your company needs a reliable resource of analog/digital and software engineers to understand your issues, define the problem statements and lay out a course of action to output hardware products ready for integration into your system. Our unique capabilities, used by many in the medical, scientific, military and aerospace industries, allow us to offer engineering services that result in deliverable, production ready subsystems so you can concentrate on targeting your customer base and not stressing about the right mix and numbers of engineering talent needed to see your vision become reality. 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You're invited to an unforgettable brunch with More/Medavoy Co-founding Partners Brian Medavoy and Erwin More. Enjoy an intimate conversation with Brian & Erwin, curated connections, a creative challenge, and pitch... over a healthy meal. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26544 September 17, Santa Monica -- *The Role of Rebranding for M& A and Growth* The Role of Rebranding for M& A and Growth. Learn how this oft-overlooked ingredient can drive valuation both pre-deal and post-deal and support revenue growth. Key topics include: How to recognize an obsolete or weak brand story (interactive workshop) Typical messaging mistakes innovative companies make 7 best practices to strategically refresh brand messaging Crossing the chasm between strategy and creative execution Before and after: rebranding results for middle-market companies and startups. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26543 September 18, Los Angeles -- *The Goddess Project Documentary Screening* The Goddess Project Documentary Screening. Join us for a screening of "The Goddess Project" documentary here at Toolbox LA. Synopsis: Determined to empower the feminine voice, two filmmakers packed their lives into a school bus and hit the road for what became the most transformative adventure of their lives. Through powerful conversations with over 100 women from different walks of life, The Goddess Project gives an intimate look into the collective experience that women in the United States face today. Our co-founder, Noramay Cadena, is featured in the documentary! We are looking forward to celebrating her and all the women featured in the film. Join us for an evening of connection and empowerment. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26539 September 21, Irvine -- *AMAOC Marketing Tech Summit* AMAOC Marketing Tech Summit. The AMAOC is hosting their 2nd annual Marketing Tech Summit at UCI. Keynote: MarTech in the Era of Customer Journey by Annette Franz Four tracks focused on marketing technology, customer journey and career advancement.. See http://www.socaltech.com/calendar/eventid/26517 September 27, Santa Monica -- *TuesdayNights Impact Conference* TuesdayNights Impact Conference. Over 100 Female Entrepreneurs and Thought Leaders Unite for TuesdayNights inaugural Impact Conference at the Annenberg Community Beach House on Friday, September 27th. The event, hosted by TuesdayNights founders Justine Lassoff and Melinda Moore, will feature keynote speakers including Laura Doss-Hertz, winner of XPRIZE for water abundance and Ronalee Zarate-Bayani, CMO of the Los Angeles Rams; as well as panelists who are female founders, wellness professionals and venture capitalists making a positive impact: including Dana Settle, Partner of Greycroft; Ara Katz, CEO Seed; Deepika Chopra, Optimism Doctor; Jennifer Loo, CFO of Tala; and Nanxi Liu, Founder of Enplug and XFactor. Founded in 2013, TuesdayNights is a community of female entrepreneurs, investors and senior executives with a mission to inspire, collaborate and impact change through networking events, top speakers and intimate gatherings. Each event features a nonprofit that is changing the world for the better and sharing how the community can get involved. 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