L.A. Business Journal

SEPTEMBER 25, 2017

Video game voice actors end 11-month strike, Snapchat’s new augmented reality effect transforms the sky and OpenX acquires two advertising technology companies.

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APRIL 29, 2014

Los Angeles-based FreedomPop is expanding its free voice, texting, and data plans to the iPhone this morning, saying that it has added support for the iPhone 4 and iPhone 5 to its smartphone service plan. freedompop voice data text iphone texting telecom' FreedomPop is backed by Mangrove Capital and Atomico. READ MORE>>.

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JUNE 5, 2013

Los Angeles-based FreedomPop announced this morning that it has launched a free, mobile service which not only includes broadband data, but also includes free voice and texting. The company is using voice-over-IP technology over cellular connectings--through a deal with textPlus--to provide the new voice service. READ MORE>>.

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SoCal Tech Calendar

JUNE 6, 2016

San Diego-based KnuEdge , a startup which was founded by former NASA administrator Dan Goldin, said this morning that it has unveiled its voice recognition and authentication technology--which it has developed with $100M in funding. READ MORE>>.

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MARCH 14, 2012

Irvine-based Vangard Voice Systems , the developer of voice recognition and voice enablement software, said this morning that it has tied with a provider of warehouse management systems, BellHawk Systems Corporation , to voice-enable a product for the warehouse, manufacturing, and supply chain sector. READ MORE>>.

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AUGUST 17, 2017

According to the startup, is is developing "voice-activated entertainment experiences" and interactive audio technology, which will tape into well-known personalities across entertainment, sports, politics, music and beyond.

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APRIL 24, 2018

Los Angeles-based j2 Cloud Services , the cloud services arm of j2 Global , announced this morning that it has named longtime technology veteran Ron Burr as Senior Vice president and General Manager of its Voice Business Unit, which includes its virtual phone and unified communications offerings.

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Xconomy

JUNE 25, 2019

And I believe the central controller of that everything will be voice, the ultimate human-machine interface. But for that to happen, voice interfaces need to catch up. The voice tsunami is upon us, with demand for voice-activated systems, voice-enabled devices, and voice-driven virtual assistants set to increase exponentially.

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Xconomy

SEPTEMBER 21, 2017

We’re pleased to bring you the third episode of Xconomy Voices , our new podcast featuring conversations with entrepreneurs, innovators, and investors from Xconomy’s home cities and regions.

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Xconomy

OCTOBER 26, 2018

San Diego startup Cuida Health, a recent graduate of the Connect Springboard accelerator program, this week launched its first product: a voice-activated “social wellness” app for seniors. And she has a sense of humor. Oh – and, she’s virtual.

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Xconomy

JULY 20, 2017

The second episode of Xconomy’s new podcast, Xconomy Voices , features Recorded Future co-founder and CEO Christopher Ahlberg. His Somerville, MA-based cybersecurity company monitors both the public, visible Web and the Internet’s darker corners for “threat intelligence” that can help its clients prepare for, and fend off, cyber attacks.

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Xconomy

APRIL 23, 2018

The Consumer Technology Association estimates that nearly 44 million voice-enabled assistants will be sold this year in the United States. We have entered the era of voice ,” Jim Harris, a management consultant writes on the CTA’s website. Unit sales rose 279 percent from 2016 to 2017, according to the association. “We

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Tech Zulu Event

SEPTEMBER 18, 2014

Case in point: The ability to use voice authentication technology in our homes. For those unfamiliar with the terminology, voice authentication is the ability to use one’s voice to accomplish specific tasks, such as opening a door, turning on a light, or powering down a computer. How will this be accomplished?

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FEBRUARY 16, 2012

Zimo provides a cloud-based voice service called Numberstore. j2 Global, which is led by Hemi Zucker, said the acquisitio brings its additional voice customers in the UK, who wil lbe migrated to its existing platforms. The acquisition is the third already for j2 Global in 2012.

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MARCH 1, 2012

Continuing its flurry of international acquisitions, Los Angeles-based J2 Global reports today that it has acquired Zintel Communications , and Australian cloud voice services provider. Financial terms of the buy were not disclosed. j2 Global said the acquisition will bring its skilled employees and a local office in Australia.

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JANUARY 13, 2015

Santa Monica-based online car buying service TrueCar said this morning that it has inked a deal with actor, producer and writer Owen Wilson to serve as the "voice of TrueCar" in a set of TV, radio, and Internet ads. Financial details of the deal were not announced.

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Xconomy

SEPTEMBER 22, 2017

Episode 3 of our new podcast, Xconomy Voices , features a conversation about nuclear power with Nathan Myhrvold, the founder and CEO of Intellectual Ventures. The former Microsoft chief technology officer is now vice chairman of TerraPower , a Bellevue, WA-based spinout of Intellectual Ventures that aims to revive commercial nuclear energy.

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FEBRUARY 16, 2012

Zimo provides a cloud-based voice service called Numberstore. j2 Global, which is led by Hemi Zucker, said the acquisitio brings its additional voice customers in the UK, who wil lbe migrated to its existing platforms. The acquisition is the third already for j2 Global in 2012.

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OCTOBER 28, 2009

Irvine-based Vangard Voice Systems , a developer of software for voice-enabling enterprise applications, announced today that it has scored a subcontract to voice enable warehouse applications used by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA). Tags: vangard voice systems software recognition speech defense contract. READ MORE>>.

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JUNE 22, 2010

Irvine-based YouMail , the advanced voicemail service, isn't afraid of Google Voice, which announced today that it was finally opening up general access to its unified calling and voicemail services. Tags: youmail google voice voicemail services communications. READ MORE>>.

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Xconomy

OCTOBER 2, 2019

Cerence is a spinout from pioneering speech recognition company Nuance Communications (NASDAQ: NUAN ), and it will carry on the work of Nuance’s former automotive division —a longtime player in the hotly competitive drive to equip vehicles to take full advantage of voice interactivity, artificial intelligence, and mobile Internet connections.

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L.A. Business Journal

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

is acquiring Israel-based startup Voca AI Ltd. for cash and stock.

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socalTECH

JANUARY 8, 2013

The companies said the new bundled plans will include both free and premium plans, with a top tier of under $15 per month for unlimited texting and 1,000 voice minutes. Both companies have backing from top tier venture investment companies, and are led by experience entrepeneurs.

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OCTOBER 5, 2010

Irvine-based Vangard Voice Systems , a developer of applications to enable enterprise applications, has score a win with the U.S. Tags: vangard voice systems usfs mobile application. Forestry Service, the firm reported. The deal is worth less than $100,000. The deal is worth less than $100,000. Vangard is headed by Bob Bova.

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Xconomy

JUNE 22, 2017

I’m thrilled to be collaborating with my former colleagues at Xconomy on a new interview show called Xconomy Voices. And now we’re doing that in one more medium: podcasting. Each episode brings you a timely, compelling, 15-minute conversation with a leading entrepreneur, innovator, or investor from one of Xconomy’s eleven cities and regions.

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JANUARY 6, 2009

Irvine-based Vangard Voice Systems, which develops speech recognition software for enterprise applications, has signed a partnership with Agilysys, a provider of IT solutions to the corporate and public sector. Vangard's software is used for voice-enabling enterprise software; the firm is venture backed by Berkshire Ventures and angels.

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MARCH 31, 2009

Culver City-based Scottel Voice & Data , a provider of voice and data installation services, has been acquired by Pittsburgh-based Black Box Corporation. According to Black Box, Scottel Voice & Data has annual historical revenues of approximately $40M, and serves customers in the commercial, educations, and government areas.

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JULY 1, 2009

Irvine-based Vangard Voice Systems , which develops technology used for voice-enabled applications, reported this week that it has partnered with Stratix Corporation, a developer of mobile enterprise applications. The firm's technology is used by companies for adding voice recognition to corporate applications. READ MORE>>.

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DECEMBER 17, 2008

Irvine-based Vangard Voice Systems said Wednesday that the firm has raised $2M in a Series B funding round, form Berkshire Ventures, LLC. Vangard develops software tools for voice-enabling enterprise applications. The round is the second to come from Berkshire, which invested $3M in an earlier funding in 2006, along with angel support.

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Xconomy

JULY 19, 2017

On our new Xconomy Voices podcast , we find the smartest, most successful entrepreneurs and innovators in Xconomy’s network of cities and regions, and we ask them to open up about what they’re working on, what they’re excited about, and why they think their company, product, or idea is going to take the world by storm.

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Xconomy

JUNE 22, 2017

For the inaugural episode of our new podcast, Xconomy Voices , we chose to speak with Bay Area entrepreneur and executive Mary Lou Jepsen. She leads a startup called Openwater , which is developing a new kind of wearable imaging device that might one day enable communication by thoughts alone.

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socalTECH

MARCH 9, 2009

Calabasas-based Ixia , a manufacturer of network testng hardware, said last week that its IxLoad Voice testing product has been improved, and can now support over 1 million SIP- or RTP- endpoints per chassis. Ixia's IxLoad products are used by companies to test voice-over-IP (VOIP) equipment. READ MORE>>.

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APRIL 14, 2009

Anaheim-based Tone Software , a developer of network monitoring and management tools for the telecom industry, said today that it has acquired a product and all of the underlying technology for a voice analytics platform from Communicado. The product is used for voice-over-IP network assessment.

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JULY 1, 2009

Altura Communication Solutions , a Fullerton-based provider of voice and data communication services, announced Tuesday that it has acquired NetVersant Solutions LLC's Avaya business unit. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Headquartered in Everett, Wash.,

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Tech Zulu Event

AUGUST 17, 2012

Compatible with the iOS and Android Hallo allows you to send quick voice messages privately to individuals and groups or publicly to followers within the app as well as to Facebook and Twitter. Voice has more of an emotional connection then simply text. Well for those with limited texting plans anyway.

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SoCal Tech Calendar

NOVEMBER 28, 2009

How to Leverage the Voice of the Customerand#8232;and#8232; CommNexus. This event will showcase a panelist discussion on monitoring tools and how to positively leverage the voice of the customer in marketing efforts. Friday, December 4, 2009 -- The Marketing SIG Presents. Let Them Complainand#8232;!

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Tech Zulu Event

JANUARY 13, 2014

The app will be able to locate available nearby parking spots and get pricing information through simple voice commands, eliminating the need to touch your mobile phone while driving. The post Parkopedia Partners with Ford to Introduce Voice-Enabled Parking Search appeared first on TechZulu. The SYNC AppLink is fitted in over 1.5

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