socalTECH

APRIL 22, 2016

funding round this week for its mobile gifting app. Jason Reid: Giftagram is a mobile first company, that really redefines the way people gift. We've done that, by bringing some really, cool, awesome curated gifts to our platform, and made it really easy to send those to people in essentially two clicks. How does Giftagram work?

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Mobile Platform Commerce Class 100

socalTECH

JANUARY 22, 2014

To help them with that, Los Angeles- and San Diego-based Tillster (www.tillster.com), which until recently was known as EMN8, has been developing a wide range of technology in the area. The vision early on was about fundamentally changing the restaurant ordering experience, by developing a more engaging experience on a kiosk.

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Mobile Customer Custom Platform 127

socalTECH

JUNE 3, 2019

Citron previously founded and sold Mogreet, a developer of mobile marketing software, among other ventures. Pledgeling has built a technology platform that makes it super easy to integrate charity into their customer experience, and, as we say, grow through giving. What is Pledgeling? A few things happened to me personally.

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Technical Review Software Review Mogreet Platform 113

Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 9, 2015

One of the quickest ways to become an entrepreneur these days is to develop and publish a smartphone app. According to Tim Cook at Apple, there were over 9 million registered developers in 2014. You provide the free app in the App Store that gives subscribers mobile access to your service. Be aggressive and alert.

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Startup Platform Pricing Netflix 98

Tech Zulu Event

JULY 28, 2014

Pew Internet Project’s research on Social Networking reports that as of January 2014, 74% of online adults use social networking sites. Digital Insights reports in their 2014 Social Media statistics that Facebook has 1.01 billion active mobile users monthly as of March 31, 2014, while Twitter has 255 million active users.

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Snapchat Social Media Social Network Media 82

socalTECH

DECEMBER 2, 2013

In the world of drone aircraft and robots, right now everyone develops their own, on-board operating systems software to run those autonomous systems. Nelson Paez : For the past four years, Dreamhammer has been developing a software product called BALLISTA, which is what we refer to as a drone operating system. That''s a key factor.

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Tech Zulu Event

OCTOBER 14, 2014

The chance SGN’s took into creating a movie-related puzzle game shows the continual collaborations between movie studios and video game developers. “In The game is a match-3 mobile puzzle game to appeal to both the casual and hardcore gamers with the look and feel of the movie. SGN is no slouch in the mobile gaming industry.

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Entertainment Mobile Platform Startup 87

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 29, 2015

This new customer paradigm is no longer a homogeneous group driven by traditional media, but a network of unique individuals who interact with each other to develop buying criteria and expect businesses to interact with them in a visible way. That means your marketing must now include shopping apps, location-based services and mobile wallets.

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Customer Custom Marketing Social Media 103

socalTECH

DECEMBER 7, 2016

Orange County startup Beatshare --backed by the Tech Coast Angels, Pasadena Angels, Harvard Business School Angels, and Archangels, among others�thinks it's figured out the formula to make music the message in its mobile app. I've always been a mobile enthusiast, in technology and design and user experience. How did you two connect?

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Tech Coast Angels CTO Coach Startup Pasadena Angels 100

Both Sides of the Table

MARCH 14, 2015

Yet someone the raw nature of filming & consuming on mobile is new. I built it on a platform given to me for free by a company that has invested hundreds of millions of dollars of which I receive value. Mark Suster (@msuster) November 7, 2014. It’s not ok if you’re going to be a third-party developer.

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AMA Newsletter Startup Networking 150

Tech Zulu Event

APRIL 16, 2015

Understanding Mobile UX. If you want to do mobile UX, then you should understand both Android and iOS for tablets and phones. Therefore the best people to do UX on your project or app are people that understand every part, or at least many parts, in the development process. Your goal is to cut these out. Keep Up With The Game.

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Google Design Software Review Education 40

Both Sides of the Table

OCTOBER 8, 2014

” in 2014 the data seems pretty conclusive because LA has now become the fastest growing tech startup region by numbers of companies being started and those of us here have noticed this pace accelerating. billion in venture capital to LA’s technology startups and 2014 will shatter that figure.

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Entrepreneur Snapchat Startup Google 376

Tech Zulu Event

DECEMBER 18, 2013

TechZulu is excited to invite you to the 2014 Startup and Entrepreneurial Forecast taking place on Tuesday Jan. We will have a line up of amazing panelist who will share their insights and forecast for startup trends in 2014. 28 from 7pm-10pm in Santa Monica. There will be plenty of FREE food and drinks!

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Startup Entertainment Media Santa Barbara 111

Tech Zulu Event

MAY 5, 2014

Having gone through rigors of startup gauntlet, ABC’s Shark Tank , Breathometer is a product that’s been developed, tested, and improved over time through the tempered environment of customer and investor feedback. The Breathometer is by no means, a new kid on the block.

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Startup Product Conference News 101

Tech Zulu Event

APRIL 18, 2016

As much of the world has shifted to mobile, smartphones are an important way to reach consumers. However, this year many brands still won’t deliver a full mobile experience, which is to say that, in 2016, many retailers still won’t have apps. MYTH: Development costs are too high. Developing an app is costly.

Mobile 40

Mobile Sites Customer Custom 40

Tech Zulu Event

MARCH 21, 2014

In light of a less than savory PR landscape, I saw this event to be an important call to attention to the developements towards the Bitcoin industry for 2014, as well as geographically important gathering of minds and enthusiasts in the space. Getting Things Started. Some rapid fire discussion points. The Unconference.

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Startup Venture Capital Draper Invest 104

Tech.Co

MARCH 8, 2018

Lisha served a lengthy tenure fulfilling multiple roles at Wells Fargo, most recently as VP of Consumer Financial Services, where she led the mobile payments strategy and implementation for the credit card business. Lisha works tirelessly to build a platform of advocacy around issues such as tech inclusion, diversity, and education.

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Technical Review Startup Software Review Entrepreneur 70

Tech Zulu Event

DECEMBER 2, 2013

Compound that by the exponential growth of smart devices from 2011-2013 , we’re looking at a need for rapid development in the next few years. As we know, the automotive industry’s development cycle averages around 4-5 years and isn’t known for their ability to make rapid changes, especially when compared to tech.

Mobile 94

Mobile Google Startup Technology 94

Xconomy

OCTOBER 24, 2016

Brooks joined the division in 2014 after spending 23 years as an investment banker in Europe and the United States, but his strategic vision for the future of digital technology and computing is only now becoming manifest.

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Capital San Diego Invest USC 40

Tech Zulu Event

NOVEMBER 13, 2013

Mobile and new generation consoles are being adopted at an astounding rate, and all the while gaming has become an increasing social outlet. Indiegogo, “the world’s funding platform”, was also in attendance. One of many topics that were in discussion was the new development process of games.

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Lootcrate S3 Education Activision 80

Tech Zulu Event

DECEMBER 23, 2013

Another area they’ve developed (which they believe to be best in their class of technology) is the realm of nudity detection – in order to brand safer clean images. LA is home-base for their design, publisher development, engineering, finance, and marketing teams. Let’s talk mobile. Beyond mobile.

Technical Review 76

Technical Review Advertising Google Screening 76

Tech Zulu Event

MAY 8, 2014

With this in mind, we figured it would be a great opportunity to get a direct look from someone who’s been immersed in the field, and spoke to Chance Barnett, CEO of LA-local investment platform, Crowdfunder. In order to encompass both, they need to build a large platform. A Huge Risk for 2014? ” Platform Focused.

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Invest Platform Entrepreneur Paramount 83

Xconomy

OCTOBER 10, 2016

Cho, a former sales manager for Nikon Instruments and Vala Sciences, founded Echo Labs in 2014. The San Diego angels group also awarded a $10,000 cash prize for second place to Braykion , which has developed a wearable device for hospital caregivers. He told the audience Revolve sales had generated $1.8 million in nine months.

Tech Coast Angels 40

Tech Coast Angels Technical Review San Diego Software Review 40

Tech Zulu Event

SEPTEMBER 25, 2015

Green Way Labs develops high-performance cleaning products that are 100% non-toxic. The platform works across messengers, starting with the ubiquitous messenger that exists in 3.2Bn devices: SMS. Categories: mobile consumer, on-demand, chat. Sold it in 2014. Health & Wellness: Green Way Labs. IoT: Rufus Labs.

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Fractional VPE Entertainment SaaS Social Media 40

Tech Zulu Event

JANUARY 15, 2014

The wifi hotspot was developed as their first product – something that would making sharing a fun experience. In 2014, Karma will be releasing an LTE device and with coverage in 300 US cities. . “The founders knew there had to be a simple way to get off the plane and get online.” ” Spreading the Word.

Outsource Development 108

Outsource Development Startup Incubator Press 108

Tech Zulu Event

MAY 22, 2015

Take Watson , IBM’s artificial intelligence platform as an example: it has advanced significantly since it handily defeated human opponents on the Jeopardy game show four years ago. I can’t miss an opportunity to show you a similar solution I helped to develop for one of the top tier automotive companies. Infotainment Revolution.

Google 40

Google Artificial Inteligence Research Marketing 40

Tech Zulu Event

NOVEMBER 5, 2015

In 2014, iWABOO redirected its focus into creating functional, stylish and innovative technology accessories including cases, power banks, amplifiers, ear buds, and B/T speakers. India’s Mobile first eBates and its digital assistant helps consumers find the best savings online. AngelList: [link]. Founders: Yosha Gupta. From: India.

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Startup Training SaaS Walnut 40