TechCrunch LA

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

New research has found that San Francisco and London have become two of the world’s leading hubs for VC investment into tech solutions that address one or more of the 17 UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDG), more commonly referred to as “Impact Tech” They are followed by Paris, Berlin, Stockholm, Shanghai and Beijing. Tech solutions for such pressing issues as the climate crisis and social inequality have seen a 280% increase in global VC investment from 2015 to 2020, while inves

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socalTECH

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

Fountain Valley-based videogame accessories maker HyperX , which is a part of Kingston Technology, has signed up another brand ambassador, this time basketball prospect James Wiseman. According to HyperX, its sponsorship calls for Wiseman to use HyperX gaming headsets while streaming and gaming with his fans. HyperX said Wiseman will become a "HyperX Hero" and will be included in a brand project called the HyperX Heroes "Hyperverse," which involves an animation series and comic book.

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Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

The road to becoming an entrepreneur is a journey , and it’s not a short trip. In my efforts of assist aspiring business owners like you, I find that too many see it as a short sprint to get over that one hurdle, like finding that innovative idea, or attracting an investor. In reality, I find that there are multiple stages to the process, each requiring a unique mindset and focused effort along the way.

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socalTECH

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

Around 350,000 doorbells from Santa Monica-based Ring has just been recalled by the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), over the possibility that they can pose a fire and burn hazard. According to the CPSC notice, about 350,000 Ring doorbells sold in the United States--and another 8,700 in Canada--are prone to an overheated battery when the incorrect screws are used for installation.

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Advertiser: Aggregage

Office leases are one of companies’ largest expenses, and if your whole team is working from home with no clear end in sight, you may be wondering what to do about your lease.

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L.A. Business Journal

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

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

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socalTECH

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

Santa Monica-based contact relationship management (CRM) software developer Nimble says it is offering up a free year of access to its software to those who have served in the United States military. According to Nimble, the offer--available to all veterans and active-duty members of the US military--is aimed at helping both job seekers and entrepreneurs.

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socalTECH

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

Hollywood-based Klio Studio , a new startup founded by a former US Navy officer-turned talk show host and film producer, has launched its software on Microsoft Azure, saying it has created a new, cloud-based production management solution, purpose built for film, television, and commercial productions. The startup, founded by Adrienne Lunson, said its software allow producers and collaborators to track the production process starting with development, through fundraising, pre-production, product

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Southern California Edison Blog

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

The telecommunications industry is undergoing a transformational period as customers are expecting more reliable connectivity with more features as new technology rolls out, such as with 5G. Telecom carriers may face several network-related challenges ranging from high costs, security concerns, and downtime, however managed network service providers (MNSPs) can provide telecom companies with the guidance and support they need to succeed.

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