socalTECH

OCTOBER 28, 2014

Santa Barbara-based optical switching technology developer Calient Technologies said this morning that it has named Erik Leonard as its Senior Vice President of Sales. Leonard had most recently been Vice President of Sales for its Service Provider and Digital Entertainment markets area. READ MORE>>.

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socalTECH

NOVEMBER 21, 2019

Los Angeles-based Wave --which was until recently known as TheWaveVR--has connected its virtual reality technology into the world of live concerts, the company said on Thursday. Image: one of the virtual concerts enabled by Wave's technology.) READ MORE>>.

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socalTECH

DECEMBER 9, 2014

If you''re heading to our big shindig tomorrow with the Digital Family Reunion , you''ll want to be sure to rub elbows with this year''s socalTECH 50 , our list of the 50 people in the technology industry we think you ought to know--because we believe they''ll be behind some of the biggest things to come in the industry over the next few years.

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socalTECH

JANUARY 10, 2012

Among the announcements today at CES, Qualcomm Atheros and Broadcom announced today that they have been conducting joint performance testing between Qualcomm Atheros and Broadcom chipsets supporting the HomePlug AV networking standard. Both firms are backing the HomePlug Powerline Alliance. READ MORE>>.

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Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 11, 2019

Per the latest study by networking giant Cisco , the world’s yearly mobile data traffic has grown 17-fold over the past 5 years, reaching 11.5 According to what I see, as outlined by Surdak, this data surge is being driven by the following six technological and social trends: Mobility: smartphones, tablets, and the “Internet of things.”

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socalTECH

MARCH 22, 2011

Los Angeles-based Peer Media Technologies , the anti-piracy firm which was formerly ArtistDirect, and content tracking and protectiom firm Bay TSP.com said Monday that they have signed an agreement to merge. Peer Media Technologies is headed by Dimitri Villard, and provides anti-piracy services targeted at peer-to-peer (P2P) networks.

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TechCrunch LA

AUGUST 27, 2020

Los Angeles was always more than a one-industry town, even when it comes to technology startups, as media and entertainment (and social networking) were always the big draws in Tinseltown. Fastly was founded to meet developers’ need for greater visibility and control.

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Tech Zulu Event

MAY 7, 2012

What does the Tower card have to do with tech and entertainment, you ask? Technology acts as a catalyst for change, rethinking old paradigms and inventing new approaches to old systems. 8:30 – 9:30pm – Networking Mixer. Everything. Change does not come easily. Confirmed panelists include: Adam Chapnick, CEO of Distribber.

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TechCrunch LA

MAY 21, 2019

Propelled by new technologies, new businessmen have been landing in Los Angeles since the invention of the nickelodeon to create a studio that would dominate popular entertainment. Hardware makers have invested billions to improve the technology, and they’d like that money to not go to waste.

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socalTECH

APRIL 12, 2018

Los Angeles-based KEYPR , the venture-backed startup developing hospitality technology, says that it has added the former CEO of Sony Interactive Entertainment, Andrew House, to its Advisory Board. House worked on the Sony PlayStation 4 and the PlayStation Network.

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Tech Zulu Event

FEBRUARY 21, 2013

On Friday, February 22, USC’s Business and Entertainment Association (BEA) is hosting its 4th annual E2: Evolution of Entertainment Conference at the Town & Gown Hall at the USC Campus. It’s focus is on the evolving changes in technology that have had an influential impact on the business of entertainment.

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SoCal Tech Calendar

JANUARY 20, 2010

Tuesday, January 26, 2010 -- ExecTec Networking Dinner. An event for executives in the Entertainment, Media, Technology and related business fields to come together and network and share ideas. See [link] (more).

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SoCal Tech Calendar

JANUARY 13, 2010

Tuesday, January 19, 2010 -- ExecTec Networking Dinner. An event for executives in the Entertainment, Media, Technology and related business fields to come together and network and share ideas. See [link] (more).

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Networking Entertainment Ideas Media 100

SoCal Tech Calendar

JANUARY 6, 2010

Tuesday, January 12, 2010 -- ExecTec Networking Dinner. An event for executives in the Entertainment, Media, Technology and related business fields to come together and network and share ideas. See [link] (more).

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SoCal Tech Calendar

DECEMBER 30, 2009

Tuesday, January 5, 2010 -- ExecTec Networking Dinner. An event for executives in the Entertainment, Media, Technology and related business fields to come together and network and share ideas. See [link] (more).

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Networking Entertainment Ideas Media 100

SoCal Tech Calendar

DECEMBER 9, 2009

Tuesday, December 15, 2009 -- ExecTec Networking Dinner. An event for executives in the Entertainment, Media, Technology and related business fields to come together and network and share ideas. See [link] (more).

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Networking Entertainment Ideas Media 100

socalTECH

SEPTEMBER 5, 2013

We had the notion that we could create a service that was aimed at the mass market, which was really user friendly, which provided a service to the consumer, and that helped bring back the fun in the entertainment experience, so that we could help the consumer bridge the digital divide. We''re next day TV with the networks.

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SoCal Tech Calendar

DECEMBER 2, 2009

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 -- ExecTec Networking Dinner. An event for executives in the Entertainment, Media, Technology and related business fields to come together and network and share ideas. See [link] (more).

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Networking Entertainment Ideas Media 100

SoCal Tech Calendar

NOVEMBER 25, 2009

Tuesday, December 1, 2009 -- ExecTec Networking Dinner. An event for executives in the Entertainment, Media, Technology and related business fields to come together and network and share ideas. See [link] (more).

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Networking Entertainment Ideas Media 100

socalTECH

MAY 4, 2020

According to Platinum Fortune, it acquired Jagex from Shanghai Hongtou Network Technology , which is a subsidiary of Shanghai Fukong Interactive Entertainment Co, Ltd. Jagex is best known for its franchise, RuneScape. Platinum Fortune said that Jagex will continue to be run by its existing management team.

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socalTECH

FEBRUARY 13, 2013

It looks like there's a new startup accelerator in town today: MediaCamp , an entertainment-focused startup acceleration program backed by Turner Broadcasting, a division of Warner Bros. Entertainment. Warner said the effort will kick off with a series of networking events this spring. According to Warner Bros., READ MORE>>.

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SoCal Tech Calendar

DECEMBER 10, 2018

Please join us for the 11th Annual Digital Family Reunion, the premier holiday party celebrating LA's vibrant technology community. See [link] (more)

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socalTECH

JUNE 12, 2019

Los Angeles-based Triton Digital , a provider of advertising services and technology for the online radio streaming, digital audio and podcasting markets, has acquired Omny Studio , a developer of a podcast and on-demand audio publishing platform. Financial terms of the acquisition were not annoucned. READ MORE>>.

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socalTECH

SEPTEMBER 18, 2012

Technology giant Microsoft has detailed its new Los Angeles production studio, officially announcing that it has created a new production studio headed by former CBS Network Television Entertainment president Nancy Tellem. Microsoft said the studio will develop interactive and linear content for Xbox and other devices.

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socalTECH

JUNE 19, 2013

It''s all Silicon Beach, all the time, for all of the rest of the week--starting today--as Silicon Beach Fest , the combination conference, networking session, party started by Kevin Winston, kicks off at noon. silicon beach fest siliconbeach conference event week startup technology entertainment content' READ MORE>>.

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socalTECH

MAY 22, 2013

Los Angeles-based YouTube network Fullscreen has bolstered its team--and media credibility--with a new hire, the company said Wednesday. Fullscreen said it has hired Tim Mohn, the co-creator of the HBO GO app, and former Vice President of Technology for NBCUniversal/Comcast as its new Senior Vice President of Engineering. READ MORE>>.

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Tech Zulu Event

SEPTEMBER 12, 2013

A quarterly event series seeking to dive deep into what comes next in technology, and giving you the opportunity to experience it first hand with the gadgets on site. On October 24th tech enthusiast will come together to discuss the latest in Disruptive Technologies Impacting the Future of Gaming. Josh Yguado - President SGN.

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socalTECH

JULY 25, 2013

According to ScoreBig, it has named David Marcus as Senior Vice President, Partnerships, and Eric Wilson as Vice President, Technology and Product. Wilson was previously at Sidebar, and also had served at GoTV Networks, JAMDAT Mobile, and Citysearch, where he was founding engineer.

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SoCal CTO

MAY 15, 2009

Just a quick note that I'll be moderating a Technology Council Event : Social Networking as a Business Strategy May 19, 2009 - Culver City Social networking media are used on a daily basis to grow businesses and expand career opportunities. Can social networking be a money-maker for companies?

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socalTECH

DECEMBER 11, 2014

According to the two companies, the deal will give Qyuki''s creators access to Fullscreen''s technology, partnerships, and brand services. fullscreen entertainment india content youtube network alliance international qyuki' Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Fullscreen is owned by At&T and the Chernin Group.

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socalTECH

FEBRUARY 24, 2009

Aliso Viejo-based Networks In Motion , which develops wireless navigation software, announced Tuesday that the firm has scored a new patent on its technology. The firm said the patent covers technology used to keep its online director of businesses and entertainment venues up to date. According to the U.S. READ MORE>>.

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Tech Zulu Event

JUNE 26, 2013

Since its inception into the mainstream fabric of people’s lives, social media and the concept of social networking has gone through a rather peculiar evolutionary transition. It is now a standard with any new social network to be able to cater to both the consumer and the brand; the person and the product. From Fun to Big Business.

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socalTECH

NOVEMBER 10, 2014

Anaheim-based videogame developer Blizzard announced plans for its next big videogame late Friday, saying its new title, Overwatch , will be a first person shooter revolving around a team of heroes set in an technologically advanced, stylized future earth. Blizzard said it intends to begin beta testing of the game in 2015. READ MORE>>.

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TechCrunch LA

JANUARY 24, 2019

It’s another indicator that the Los Angeles technology ecosystem is coming of age, but also a sign that March’s core investment strategies — to invest in companies applying artificial intelligence to business use cases and investing in the next wave transforming computing infrastructure — are paying off.

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TechCrunch LA

AUGUST 16, 2020

It’s an auspicious time for both Los Angeles-based businessmen, as the LA venture community sees a wave of technology talent relocating from New York and San Francisco in the newly remote work culture created by the COVID-19 epidemic. We try to deliver that network that’s ours to those founders,” said Norton.

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TechCrunch LA

MARCH 3, 2020

That’s what the Los Angeles-based extended reality technology developer Talespin did — and it just raised $15 million to grow its business. . We’ve been incredibly impressed with Talespin ’s technology, leadership team and vision to transform the workplace through XR.

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Both Sides of the Table

MARCH 17, 2010

And we’re left with a city with idyllic weather, major commerce, the media center of the world, and a great emerging technology scene. But we have a great city for building technology companies. You can find very talented technology executives. But we do have great technology developers. You don’t.

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