InfoChachkie

JULY 16, 2012

However, they were expensive to create because they required advertisers to employ full-service media agencies. Coull, allows technologically unsophisticated advertisers to create interactive video ads on a self-serve basis, effectively making it the first DIY, video performance network.

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Customer Custom Entrepreneur Advertising 226

socalTECH

MARCH 4, 2019

Venture Partners, Upfront Ventures, and Lowercase Capital, has expanded its suite of return solutions, with a new self-service kiosk. According to the company, the new product is aimed at omni-channel retailers, and allows customers to return or exchange items in less than 60 seconds per item. READ MORE>>.

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Services Santa Monica Networking Software 182

socalTECH

NOVEMBER 27, 2018

DataDirect Networks (DDN), which develops storage arrays for high performance computing and similar applications, says it is powering a provider of artificial-intelligence-as-a-service. DDN said the deal will focus on providing infrastructure for Artificial Intelligence as a Service (AIaaS) for CSIR-CEERI customers.

Artificial Inteligence 113

Artificial Inteligence Networking Services Chatsworth 113

TechEmpower

DECEMBER 17, 2013

But be aware, the highest-performance frameworks are network limited in the JSON serialization and Plaintext tests. Anything in this "200k club" is sure to keep overhead at a bare minimum, leaving maximum headroom for your custom application logic. Once again, bear in mind that these tests are network-bound by our gigabit Ethernet.

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Southern California Edison Blog

DECEMBER 8, 2021

Networks play a vital role in supporting tech startup growth objectives. However, many small businesses may struggle with operational costs and scaling their networks effectively. Below you will learn about how managed solutions address the largest network-related challenges facing tech startups. Managing Network Costs.

Networking 97

Networking Services Startup Resource 97

socalTECH

MARCH 12, 2013

What is it about the content delivery network market which has enabled Santa Monica-based EdgeCast to go from startup to over $100M in revenues in only a few, short years? For those who don't know about EdgeCast, CDN services, who/what kind of clients you serve? We serve up four to five percent of the global Internet on our network.

CTO Hire 248

CTO Hire Content Networking Web 248

SoCal CTO

AUGUST 4, 2011

Think of these as the big upfront questions: Who are the customers? Please be able to provide me with a few specific examples of different types of customers, what they need, what the system will do for them. Do you transact immediately or on delivery of some product or service? What’s their specific need / pain?

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Develop Development Startup SEO 396

TechCrunch LA

MARCH 29, 2021

If a station doesn’t send out an error or a driver doesn’t report it, network providers might never know there’s even a problem. One customer assumed that poor usage rates at a particular station was due to a lack of EVs in the area, Terry recalled in a recent interview. . Terry, who co-founded ChargerHelp! ,

Incubator 287

Incubator Outsource Development Los Angeles Startup 287

SoCal CTO

AUGUST 4, 2011

Think of these as the big upfront questions: Who are the customers? Please be able to provide me with a few specific examples of different types of customers, what they need, what the system will do for them. Do you transact immediately or on delivery of some product or service? What’s their specific need / pain?

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Develop Development Startup SEO 385

Both Sides of the Table

APRIL 15, 2013

In part one I covered the need for early-stage enterprise software companies to build up professional services staff to ensure successful implementation projects. This post is about how to work with your largest customers when you’re an early-stage software company and about how you can increase your margins by selling your roadmap.

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TechCrunch LA

SEPTEMBER 21, 2019

Landline , the operator of a bus network in the Midwest, is one of the latest companies to raise venture capital. Postmates, the popular food delivery service, raised another $225 million at a valuation of $2.4 HappyOrNot nabs $25M for its customer satisfaction terminals . Online personal shopping service Lookiero gets $19M.

Services 207

Services Startup Venture Capital Redpoint 207

Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 11, 2020

They forget that adapting their company and themselves as their customers evolve is the key to long-term survival. Think of Blockbuster and Toys ‘R’ Us , both of whom missed customer changes and the move to online. Create an overt strategy to react to emerging customer trends. Remember when you were a startup?

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socalTECH

FEBRUARY 28, 2013

Santa Monica-based content delivery network (CDN) provider EdgeCast said this morning that it doubled its revenues in 2012, and now has more than 225 employees. The firm provides edge network services to help deliver content from such customers as Twitter, Pinterest, Sony, and Hulu to end users.

Steamboat Ventures 240

Steamboat Ventures Santa Monica Hulu Content 240

Southern California Edison Blog

JUNE 11, 2021

Enterprises rely heavily on their networks to support day-to-day operations as they continue to innovate and grow their business. As they expand, they require a network with the necessary capacity, speed, security, and scalability to support their short and long-term objectives. Top Enterprise Network Challenges.

Networking 88

Networking Services Design Demand 88

socalTECH

AUGUST 30, 2012

Los Angeles-based Fliptu , the social media promotion startup headed by Jeremy Gocke, says it has started to line up a significant number of artists, bands, celebrities, and lifestyle brands for its service today. Fliptu's founders are Jeremy Gocke and Doug Deluca, who is co-executive producer of Jimmy Kimmel Live. READ MORE>>.

Social Network 223

Social Network Startup Social Media Media 223

socalTECH

JANUARY 14, 2019

Los Angeles-based virtual hosting and virtual private network (VPN) provider BitLaunch says it is looking to cater to users looking to maintain fully anonymous, VPS hosting accounts, by accepting Bitcoin and ten other cryptocurrencies for its service. READ MORE>>.

Services 113

Services Los Angeles Networking Customer 113

TechCrunch LA

MAY 3, 2022

Upgrade’s e-commerce marketplace has two sides: one that enables consumers to choose a vetted stylist and have their wig colored or customized based on their desired look. However, although they are providing such significant value, a lot of them operate with limited funding and resources, which ultimately affects the customer experience.

Tool 179

Tool Customer Custom Marketing 179

socalTECH

MAY 11, 2021

Los Angeles-based HONK Technologies, a startup which provides roadside assistance through a network of third party towing companies, is expanding its support for an existing customer, Branch Insurance. HONK says it began offering up its services to Branch members in 2019. Financial details of the deal were not announced.

Services 113

Services Los Angeles Networking Marketing 113

socalTECH

JANUARY 3, 2019

Los Angeles-based Cloud Constellation Corporation , which is developing space-based managed network services and cloud data storage services, said over the holidays that it has raised $100M in a Series B funding round. The funding came from HCH Group Company, Ltd.

Networking 113

Networking Los Angeles Organization Services 113

socalTECH

OCTOBER 9, 2020

Camarillo-based wireless internet services provider (WISP) GeoLinks said on Friday that it has acquired the network assets, including fixed wireless infrastructure and spectrum licenses, from TPx Communications (TPx). In addition, the company said the acquisition will help it expand its network footprint in the Bay Area and Las Vegas.

Networking 113

Networking Acquisition Services Customer 113

socalTECH

FEBRUARY 12, 2013

Telesign , the provider of Internet security and authentication services and tools, said today that it has acquired global SMS provider Routo Telecommunications. Los Angeles-based Telesign, which is headed by serial entrepreneur Steve Jillings, said that the acquisition will help it improve its fraud prevention services.

Commerce 213

Commerce Acquisition Mobile Los Angeles 213

Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 2, 2022

Many entrepreneurs think that adapting to the new technologies, like smart phones and Internet commerce, are the key to attracting new customers. High-technology product startups, without customers, don’t make a business. Solis outlines the heuristics of social psychology that are key to building positive customer experiences today.

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Customer Custom Social Media Technical Review 122

socalTECH

JANUARY 28, 2013

If you're FreedomPop , the Encino-based startup, you start by offering up free 4G wireless data access, and then expand to offer free, voice-over-IP services, along with home-based wireless Internet services. First, for people who haven't yet heard about FreedomPop, talk about what the service is all about?

Startup 245

Startup IP Networking Encino 245

SoCal CTO

JANUARY 5, 2011

Steve Blank , January 25, 2010 10 Tips for Adding Game Mechanics to a Non-Gaming Service - ReadWriteStart , September 21, 2010 Startups & VCs: Learn How to Design, Market, & Eat Your Own. - First Principles.

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Startup Venture Capital Blogging CTO Coach 379

SoCal CTO

JUNE 15, 2011

Branchout , often called LinkedIn meets Facebook, has done a lot in their application to provide users motivation and opportunity to spread the word about the service. The purpose of Branchout is helping people to network their way to jobs. The right column also contains opportunities to expand your network.

Examples 331

Examples Startup Course Networking 331

SoCal CTO

JUNE 15, 2011

Branchout , often called LinkedIn meets Facebook, has done a lot in their application to provide users motivation and opportunity to spread the word about the service. The purpose of Branchout is helping people to network their way to jobs. The right column also contains opportunities to expand your network.

Examples 323

Examples Startup Course Networking 323

Both Sides of the Table

APRIL 12, 2015

DataSift was selected as the topic data supplier for Facebook , which allows companies to analyze a data feed that is > 20x larger than the entire Twitter feed and creates privacy-safe insights from a network of 1.4 We, and our customers, know that there won’t be one data feed to rule them all. billion people.

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Platform Course Customer Custom 317

socalTECH

NOVEMBER 26, 2019

The city of Fullerton is getting set to have a new, city-wide fiber optic network , thanks to an effort with bandwidth provider SiFi Networks. SiFi Networks said it expects customers to start receiving service early in the New Year. The fiber will be available through two, separate ISPs, Ting GigabitNow.

Startup 153

Startup Networking Services Customer 153

TechCrunch LA

SEPTEMBER 5, 2018

“I was the guy in the restaurant to pitch whenever there was a service or product,” Canter says. All of these different ordering services began to pop up and each one added more customers and incremental revenue, but each one brought challenges into our staff.” “All of a sudden online ordering started up.

Services 165

Services Los Angeles Startup Capital 165

socalTECH

MARCH 19, 2020

GeoLinks provides broadband via high speed wireless connections via a network of stations on hilltops, wireless towers, and tall buildings, particularly in rural areas.

Customer 113

Customer Custom Networking Services 113

TechCrunch LA

MARCH 24, 2021

Aspiration , the financial services business for socially conscious consumers, is back with another environmentally friendly offering for its customers — this time, it’s a credit card. The key to Aspiration’s offset services is nothing more or less than tree planting.

Downey 245

Downey Los Angeles Tool Customer 245

Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 14, 2022

billion, now providing identity theft services for nearly 80 million users around the globe. Make your company visible, reachable and responsive through social networks. I know companies who collect sensitive data from consumers all the time, and still seem to keep a trusted image (Amazon.com, Ebay). Don’t take shortcuts on these.

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Customer Custom Technical Review Symantec 137

Berkonomics

MAY 16, 2013

Take for example, the public’s quick acceptance of Facebook, Zinga, Mixi, and other social networking portals, leaving early leader MySpace wondering what happened to their comfortable lead and large fan base. So, are you investing in your own form of buggy whip product or service today? Protecting the business'

Southern California 228

Southern California Social Network Press Guide 228

Both Sides of the Table

JUNE 10, 2011

Twitter is an ephemeral service. And as I’ve written about in the past, I truly believe that Twitter networks are significantly different from other social networks. And as I’ve written about in the past, I truly believe that Twitter networks are significantly different from other social networks.

Email 296

Email Social Network Networking Mobile 296

socalTECH

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Los Angeles-based youth transportatoin service HopSkipDrive announced this morning that it will invest $2M in free ride credits, to help solve a school bus driver shortage. According to the company, it will provide those $2M in ride credits to existing education partners in CA, CO, WI, and WA as part of its Opportunity for All Community Fund.

Customer 113

Customer Custom Education Los Angeles 113

socalTECH

JUNE 1, 2021

A new, Los Angeles-based dog care startup, Dogdrop, says it has started offering up one free week of doggy daycare services to new customers, as the economy begins to open up and people start going back to work. The company's CEO and co-founder is Shaina Denny.

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Customer Custom Technical Review Startup 100

socalTECH

MARCH 1, 2012

Last week, Pasadena-based Punchcard (www.punchcard.com) launched its mobile apps, which help local retailers provide rewards to loyal customers. It provides consumer rewards, and on the merchant side, it allows them to identify local customers and reacquire them by pushing them offers and incentives to come back. What is Punchcard?

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Southern California Idealab Startup Customer 245