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SEPTEMBER 20, 2010

El Segundo-based Internet Brands , the Internet media firm headed by Bob Brisco, has been acquired by private equity firm Hellman & Friedman Capital Partners, in a deal worth approximately $640M. Internet Brands owns a wide network of online web sites in a number of verticals. The price is a premium of approximately 46.5

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JANUARY 21, 2020

El Segundo-based MOX Networks , the fiber optic network operator owned by billionaire Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong, is expanding in West Virginia, saying it has just added a new Columbus to Ashburn route through West Virginia. READ MORE>>.

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OCTOBER 14, 2019

El Segundo-based CUJO AI , a developer of artificial intelligence software, has launched a new product aimed at providing network analytics to broadband operators. The company said the tool helps provide data on connected devices, applications usage, content access, security threats, and privacy challenges.

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OCTOBER 19, 2021

El Segundo-based EV Connect, which operates a network of electric vehicle charging stations, says it has rolled out an application programming interface (API), which allows its customers to integrate into its network.

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JANUARY 8, 2010

El Segundo-based BridgeCo , a developer of embedded semiconductors and software for the home entertainment networking market, said Thursday at CES that it has launched the next generation of its JukeBlox product. The firm said its new, JukeBlox 2.0

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MARCH 22, 2011

Los Angeles-based EdgeCast , the content delivery network firm headed by James Segil, and fellow Los Angeles web hosting provider Media Temple , run by Demien Sellfors, are announcing today they are launching a new content delivery network offering for Media Temple's customers. Financial details of the deal were not disclosed.

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SEPTEMBER 14, 2010

El Segundo-based BridgeCo , a developer of media processors used for the home music market, reported today that it has been chosen by Pioneer , the maker of consumer electronics, for a new line of home audio products.

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SEPTEMBER 10, 2014

El Segundo-based technology provider PCM reports this morning that it is providing the high density, Wi-Fi products for Paul Brown Stadium, the home of the Cincinnati Bengals. PCM said it was selected by the Cincinnati Bengals to install the Wi-Fi network, based on equipment from Extreme Networks. READ MORE>>.

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SEPTEMBER 27, 2010

Other firms also recognized in individual categories included El Segundo-based NanoH2O , the UCLA spinout headed by Jeff Green, for its water filtration and purification technology. Panda Security , which is based in Spain but has its U.S.

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JANUARY 9, 2019

Irvine-based cybersecurity software developer Cylance and El Segundo-based devuce security software developer CUJO AI are in a partnership aimed at the connected home, the two said today. The two said that many network operators are relying on "legacy technology" which does not meet the needs of customers. READ MORE>>.

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OCTOBER 18, 2018

El Segundo-based CUJO AI , a developer of artificial intelligence-based cybersecurity software for telecom network operators, has raised a round of growth capital from KPN Ventures, the company said this morning. Size of the investment, which was part of a larger Series B investment, was not announced.

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SEPTEMBER 23, 2009

El Segundo-based Ripple has been acquired by TargetCast Networks, a San Ramon-based operator of a out-of-home digital advertising network. According to TargetCast Networks, the buy gives it 1400 locations and 3425 screens delivering local and national advertisements. Financial terms of the buy were not disclosed.

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AUGUST 27, 2009

Colocation provider Equinix announced today that it has opened up a new, $95M data center located in El Segundo, the firm's fourth in the L.A. According to Equinix, the expansion of its colocation and network exchange services here is a result of demand from entertainment and digital media companies.

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JANUARY 25, 2018

El Segundo-based PCM , which is a provider of technology services, plus hardware, software, and other products to businesses, has acquired Epoch Universal , an IT solutions provider in the area of collaboration, networking and security, wireless, data center, cloud, and other areas. Financial terms ofthe buy were not announced.

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NOVEMBER 19, 2013

Adam Goldenberg , Intelligent Beauty/JustFab (El Segundo, fashion). Alex Kazerani and James Segil (shared), EdgeCast Networks (Los Angeles, content delivery network). Sam Friedman , ParkMe (Santa Monica, mobile apps). Isaac Garcia , Central Desktop (Pasadena, software). Melani Gordon , Taphunter (San Diego, mobile apps).

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DECEMBER 18, 2009

El Segundo-based BridgeCo , a developer of semiconductors for the home entertainment market, announced Friday that it has raised $7.5M BridgeCo develops a multi-core network media processor and supporting components, used for consumer electronics designs. in a new round of funding.

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JANUARY 5, 2011

Agoura Hills-based THQ and El Segundo-based toy maker Mattel said this morning that the two are in a new, multi-year alliance focused on developing and publishing video games based on Mattel's toys. FInancial details of the arrangement were not disclosed.

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MAY 18, 2010

It's been tough to shake people loose from companies," Stuart Macfarlane , CEO of El Segundo-based iChange , explains, saying that the firm is actively looking to hire two to three web developers.

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MARCH 26, 2020

El Segundo-based 3D printing services provider 3Diligent says it is looking to help coordinate digital manufacturing and 3D printing efforts to provide Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to healthcare workers, as a severe shortage of the protective equipment has emerged in the United States. READ MORE>>.

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MAY 17, 2018

El Segundo-based CUJO AI , a startup developing artificial intelligence software for detecting security attacks on consumer networking infrastructure, has raised a Series B funding round, the company said this morning. CUJO AI offers up its AI software to network operators, to help secure customers. READ MORE>>.

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OCTOBER 31, 2013

JumpStartFund--which is based in El Segundo--said its community has voted to name the company Hyperloop Transportation Technologies , and also has tapped into ANSYS, GloCal Network Corporation, and UCLA"s Architecture and Urban Design program SUPRASTUDIO to work on the effort.

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SEPTEMBER 30, 2009

Casting some additional light on the acquisition of El Segundo-based Ripple last week, acquiring firm TargetCast Networks revealed today that it has received a new round of venture capital worth $6.5M from DFJ and its existing backer Claremont Creek Ventures, which the firm said would go towards expansion of its network.

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MARCH 12, 2018

El Segundo-based Radiology Partners , which operates a network of physician-owned radiology practices across the U.S., has raised $234M in a growth equity funding, the company said last week. The funding came from New Enterprise Associates (NEA) and Future Fund, along with former GE CEO Jeffrey Immelt.

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MARCH 17, 2020

El Segundo-based Phase Four , a developer of radio frequency (RF) plasma engines for in-space propulsion, announced this morning that it has received a SBIR Phase I contract by Air Force tech accelerator AFWERX, in partnership with the Air Force Research Laboratory and the National Security Innovation Network.

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JULY 22, 2019

El Segundo-based Radiology Partners , the operator of a network of radiology practices across the U.S., says it has raised $700M in funding, which came from Starr Investment Holdings. Star joins existing investor New Enterprise Associates (NEA) and Future Fund.

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SoCal Tech Calendar

DECEMBER 11, 2009

Strengthen your "Starbucks network" close to home by getting to know neighbors who are involved in the technology and media industry in the South Bay. Thursday, December 17, 2009 -- South Bay Tech Group Happy Hour.

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NOVEMBER 13, 2009

Strengthen your "Starbucks network" close to home by getting to know neighbors who are involved in the technology and media industry in the South Bay. Thursday, November 19, 2009 -- South Bay Tech Group Happy Hour.

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OCTOBER 9, 2009

Strengthen your "Starbucks network" close to home by getting to know neighbors who are involved in the technology and media industry in the South Bay. Thursday, October 15, 2009 -- South Bay Tech Group Happy Hour.

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SEPTEMBER 11, 2009

Strengthen your "Starbucks network" close to home by getting to know neighbors who are involved in the technology and media industry in the South Bay. Thursday, September 17, 2009 -- South Bay Tech Group Happy Hour.

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JUNE 23, 2020

El Segundo-based EV Connect , which operates a network of electric vehicle chargers, says it has completed a fast charging corridor along California's Central Valley. According to EV Connect, it now has more than 150 miles of State Highway 99 supported by fast charging stations.

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MARCH 31, 2009

El Segundo-based Lunch.com , a new online reviews and social networking web site, said that it has launched a beta of its site this morning. Tags: lunch social networking community reviews. The site said it will allow users to share opinions, ratings, and reviews, and match up the site's members based on shared interests.

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OCTOBER 15, 2008

El Segundo-based AdEngage, an online advertising network, has been acquired by blog and Internet search site Technorati, Technorati said today. According to Technorati, it has acquired AdEngage to launch a new self-service advertising network for blogs and social media sites.

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OCTOBER 17, 2007

Will's post talks about lack of interest in working for startups here in Southern California, saying: we probably’d don’t have the: a) same support infrastructure (meet-ups, networking events, etc.); Being right next to lots of aerospace companies here in El Segundo, I can find them by the truckload at lunch time.

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MAY 14, 2009

El Segundo-based Lunch.com launched a new online community into beta Thursday, saying that it will connect people based on their tastes and opinions on any topic. Tags: lunch reviews community social networking. The new startup--the brainchild of former VirtualTourist.com founder J.R. READ MORE>>.

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OCTOBER 15, 2008

El Segundo-based Ripple, which operates a network of retail digital displays featuring content and advertising, said earlier this week that the firm has partnered with On The Go Media Network. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Ripple has deals with Borders, Einstein Bros.

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MARCH 26, 2009

El Segundo-based Ripple TV , an out-of-home advertising network, disclosed this morning that it has raised $4M in a venture capital round. The funding came from Draper Fisher Jurvetson and Trinity Ventures. According to Ripple, the firm plans to use the new funding to continue to deliver its services.

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JUNE 11, 2009

El Segundo-based CarsDirect , the online automotive shopping and information site owned by Internet Brands, said Thursday that the firm will offer free online used car inventory listings to the unfortunate Chrysler and General Motors franchise dealers who were recently terminated by those auto brands. READ MORE>>.

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