socalTECH

MARCH 25, 2010

Los Angeles-based Taltopia , an angel backed, online social networking site focused on Hollywood, said today that it has launched both Apple iPhone and Google Android applications. Tags: taltopia casting calls hollywood entertainment content jobs venture capital angel investment. READ MORE>>.

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socalTECH

AUGUST 16, 2010

Clicker's "check-in" features are part of its Clicker Social effort, which uses social gaming features, similar to Foursquare and other sites, to reward users with special badges for specific actions and following certain shows on the site. The comment feature appears to work almost identically to comments on such sites as Facebook.

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socalTECH

JUNE 3, 2010

in a funding round, and acquired online social networking site WEvolt , focused on comic books and creative content. WOWIO said that part of its plans are to license and create branded entertainment based on content submitted on the site. Tags: wevolt wowio venture capital comic strip content hollywood creative.

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socalTECH

DECEMBER 28, 2012

We've also invented and patented a new technology called "MasterKey" that allows people to play our games natively on all relevant social and mobile platforms. At io/LA we launched a new 8000 sq/ft co-work and incubator space in Hollywood. Media and Entertainment has seen more barriers to entry being broken down.

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socalTECH

OCTOBER 14, 2011

Well, Los Angeles based Near Networks (www.nearnetworks.com) is looking to both reach customers online, and avoid the tacky, lousy production of typical small business ads, with a new service. What is Near Networks? I imagine it must be difficult to scale this and build out a network of filmmakers? Sam Rogoway: Yes, it has.

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TechCrunch LA

SEPTEMBER 6, 2018

Entertainment has changed. Developments like live streaming, social media and more have made the stars of today more relatable and more easily reachable than those of yesteryear. Developments like live streaming, social media and more have made the stars of today more relatable and more easily reachable than those of yesteryear.

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LATechDigest

SEPTEMBER 6, 2016

If you want a shot at making it big in the entertainment world, you go to Hollywood. Not only does Castar’s functionality center around a process which is fundamental to the entertainment industry: talent casting, the company just so happens to be helmed by individuals who are themselves talented entertainers.

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socalTECH

MAY 4, 2011

Home Entertainment Group said this morning that it is acquiring Flixster , the movie site which also runs Rotten Tomatoes. Flixster operates an online social network and community for fans; Rotten Tomatoes provides film reviews, information, and news. Burbank-based Warner Bros. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.

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socalTECH

JANUARY 21, 2009

We sat down and spoke with Miles Beckett and Greg Goodfried , co-founders of the firm, about what the firm is up to now, their view on how to mesh entertainment and the Internet, and how to go beyond creating a viral hit. Miles Beckett: Our company EQAL is a social entertainment company, which means two things.

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Tech Zulu Event

SEPTEMBER 19, 2012

Attending discussions at SMWLA week is a great opportunity to learn and mingle with some of the world’s top content creators, strategists and all around top-tier digital influencers in Los Angeles, the mecca of entertainment. They have broken events down by two hubs: Social Tech , and Entertainment. 7083 Hollywood Blvd.,

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Both Sides of the Table

FEBRUARY 18, 2013

While way too many startup companies (and investors) are focused on “social TV” or on “Instagram for TV” I believe they are missing the more fundamental shift in our industry. There is a world filled with professional producers of video content who are extraordinarily talented but lack access to Hollywood.

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socalTECH

DECEMBER 1, 2009

In association with some of the regions top trade associations/social networking groups and industry hosts, DFR '09 promises to be the largest holiday party of the season and help weave our various communities of interest into the larger collective family of professionals working in and around the technology industry.

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Both Sides of the Table

MARCH 17, 2010

We will never be Silicon Valley in the way that Toronto will never be Hollywood. LA was a leader in lead generation (LowerMyBills), comparison shopping (PriceGrabber, Shopzilla), social networking (MySpace … I know, I know – Facebook won – but it was still a big business).

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Both Sides of the Table

OCTOBER 19, 2010

Dana Settle & I are hosting a dinner tonight (10/20/10) with some of the biggest companies in entertainment to talk about the future of television, film & digital media. Think of about the rise of Japanese Anime , Spanish Novelas , Korean Drama or the rise of Bollywood entertainment from India.

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Both Sides of the Table

AUGUST 3, 2009

The evening cocktail party was an 80’s theme and lived up to the traditional Twiistup fame with an open bar, elaborate costumes, Hollywood lighting and poker games until 4 in the morning. Jason’s cutting wit and insightful commentary made for entertaining listening on topics ranging from the Microsoft / Yahoo!

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Tech Zulu Event

FEBRUARY 17, 2012

Instead, the feel of the event was right at home with the Vita Hill Social Club naming and branding. With a playfully styled and easy to read button menu, the ‘desktop’ screen was ready to go with easy access to marketplace, social outlets, camera, messages, and a built in browser (the Vita is wifi, 3g, and Bluetooth ready).

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Tech Zulu Event

MARCH 25, 2014

Addison McCaleb – Mediahound , making it easier for you to discover entertainment. Savannah Peterson – Shapeaways , the social platform for 3D printing. Anima Sarah Lavoy – Connect , Geo locational convenience for your social networks. Save the best part for last, right?

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Jason Nazar

JUNE 18, 2009

It should be the next generation content/ entertainment portal that leverages millions of user profiles to more accurately provide data to advertisers on what is appealing to specific demographics. Movies – no website has more Hollywood DNA. I’m not friends with most of the people that are connected to me on social networks.

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