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Gravity Summit - Social Media for Sports and Entertainment

SoCal Tech Calendar

Wednesday, February 22, 2012 -- Gravity Summit - Social Media for Sports and Entertainment. Gravity Summit is the premiere social media conference focused on business. Event includes sports teams, studios, technology, mobile, content, gaming. See [link] (more

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Social Media Breakfast LA

SoCal Tech Calendar

Wednesday, June 15, 2011 -- Social Media Breakfast LA. Jason Pollock (founder of Boom Content), will discuss how social media is changing the landscape of the entertainment industry. He will discuss current trends, how organizations and people are using Facebook and Twitter, and what emerging technologies and trends are popping up in Silicon Valley. See [link] (more

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Celebrities in Social Media

SoCal Tech Calendar

Monday, September 19, 2011 -- Celebrities in Social Media. With entertainment and advertising luminaries testing the waters of the digital space, this panel examines the most effective ways in which content creators can capture the attention of brands and create content that will not only resonate with its target audience, but be organically integrated so audiences do not feel as though they are watching ads.

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Solve, the startup creating an interactive “Law & Order” for social media, raises $20 million

TechCrunch LA

Mining that same well of a demand for whodunnits, a roughly one-year-old Los Angeles-based startup called Solve has raised $20 million in financing to update the genre for a new generation of media consumers. Its eponymously titled social media programming, available on Instagram and Snap, has managed to nab roughly 30 million interactions over the year-and-a-half that it distributed its productions.

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Earbuds lets audiences stream the playlists of athletes, entertainers and each other

TechCrunch LA

Earbuds , a new startup from Austin founded by former Detroit Lions lineman Jason Fox, wants to bring the power of social media to your eardrums. The company is one of a growing number of startups trying to rejuvenate the music streaming market by combining it with social networking so that audiences can listen to the playlists of their favorite athletes and entertainers… and their friends.

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Deeper Social Media: Social Art/Entertainment vs Social Games

SoCal Tech Calendar

Tuesday, September 20, 2011 -- Deeper Social Media: Social Art/Entertainment vs Social Games. Virtual Goods, free to play games, social media, globally sourced content creation, social art and entertainment; the mix is growing wildly. Entertainment is no longer Star Wars and Pong. Twitter and Facebook have taken us massively social.

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Social Media Week Lands in Los Angeles Sept. 24-28

Tech Zulu Event

Social Media Week (SMW) helps organizations connect and share the latest social media findings through social, cultural and economic talks and workshops in major cities worldwide. Created by founder Toby Daniels , Social Media Week Los Angeles will focus this series of discussions around the theme of “Empowering Change Through Collaboration.” They have broken events down by two hubs: Social Tech , and Entertainment.

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Why an Atlanta-based Black influencer collective swapped their collab house for a studio

TechCrunch LA

From Los Angeles to Silicon Valley , a trend emerged among social media influencers and startup founders alike: move into a mansion with 10 or so collaborators, work day and night together to build fame and wealth, and hope that your new roommates do their dishes.

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Star-studded digital avatar startup Genies launches NFT fashion marketplace

TechCrunch LA

Eventually, Nigam sees the company expanding into a full-fledged social network, which he said Gen Z is “starving for.”

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Digital LA - Social Media for Social Good panel

SoCal Tech Calendar

Wednesday, September 21, 2011 -- Digital LA - Social Media for Social Good panel. Join us for our panel on how charities and other organizations use social media and entertainment / celebrity for social good. See [link] (more

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Social Media Trend Spotting Turns $20,000 into over $2 million

Tech Zulu Event

To entertain us and/or inform. Cheers to discovering a real return on using social media. Business Culture Business Development Featured Interviews Investment Retail & Consumers Review Social Media Social News Video BlogWorld Chris Camillo Facebook Laughing At Wall Street media trend stock market wall street . Recently when at Blog World I got an advance copy of “Laughing at Wall Street” by Chris Camillo.

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More investors are betting on virtual influencers like Lil Miquela

TechCrunch LA

Meanwhile, new venture-backed companies like the superstealthy Shadows, SuperPlastic and Toonstar are all developing virtual characters that will launch via social media channels like Snap and Instagram, or on their own platforms. version of this new breed of entertainer, the collective behind the account is far from the only one. ” So the two founders began contemplating what a new, low-cost, high-touch media network might look like.

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Beyond Entertainment | Social Media as a Tool for Marketers

Tech Zulu Event

Since its inception into the mainstream fabric of people’s lives, social media and the concept of social networking has gone through a rather peculiar evolutionary transition. It is now a standard with any new social network to be able to cater to both the consumer and the brand; the person and the product. The capability for a social app to monetize is now the new standard – like it or not. From Fun to Big Business.

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Inside the Realms of Ruin

TechCrunch LA

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This Generation Will Be Fine: Why Social Media Won’t Ruin Us

Tech Zulu Event

Parents I know are concerned that children will not know how to socialize and that technology is ruining people’s ability to effectively converse with each other. I would argue that children, who have “no friends” in school now have the opportunity to make friends online through Twitch, Twitter, and other social platforms. But, the truth is that people will always be looking for new ways to be entertained, consume media, and engage with each other. “We

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Full Speed Ahead! Social Media Week Is Here!

Tech Zulu Event

Social Media Week (SMW) is finally here and is set to be one amazing week filled with panels, discussions, networking, and much more. What is Social Media Week? Social Media Week is a global platform that connects people, content, and conversation around emerging trends in social and mobile media. Social Media Week as partnered up with Ustream to bring some of the events live.

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USC Entertainment Technology Center Names CEO

socalTECH

The University of Southern California's Entertainment Technology Center , which is part of the USC School of Cinematic Arts, said this week that it has named a new CEO. The center--which promotes and runs projects between the entertainment and technology industry--said it has appointed Kenneth S. He also has served at Captive Media, Ascent Media Group, and Technicolor Digital Cinema.

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Fifty years of the internet

TechCrunch LA

Along the way, we found ourselves constantly surprised by unanticipated applications that suddenly appeared and gained huge adoption across the Internet; this was the case with email, the World Wide Web, peer-to-peer file sharing, user generated content, Napster, YouTube, Instagram, social networking, etc. Here one can list pervasive search engines, access to extensive information repositories, consumer aids, entertainment, education, connectivity among humans, etc.

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Triller Buys Two Companies

socalTECH

Los Angeles-based TrillerNet, the parent company of social video app developer Triller, has acquired two companies, including a live event and pay-per-view (PPV) company, and a conversational artificial intelligence (AI) company. According to TrillerNet, it acquired FITE, a global live-event and Pay-Per-View, SVOD and AVOD and streaming platform for sports and entertainment, and separately, also acquired Amplify.ai, a developer of conversational AI tools for brands and others.

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Future Forum ? Entertainment: The Convergence of Technology and Media

SoCal Tech Calendar

Wednesday, March 8, 2017 -- Future Forum – Entertainment: The Convergence of Technology and Media. The business strategy has gone to more vertical integration of companies who have cable, TV, and film arms, as well as theme parks and digital media. Burgeoning technologies like Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) are also emerging as the go-to for the gaming world and other forms of entertainment.

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Digital LA – Entertainment Apps: “There’s an App for That” panel Live!

Tech Zulu Event

Join us tomorrow as TechZulu brings you the Digital LA Entertainment Apps panel live featuring speakers from Disney ABC TV, FOX, Universal, Comcast, Fandango, Mobile Roadie, etc. Tags: Advertising & PR Arts & Entertainment Events Social Media Android Applications Apps BlackBerry Comcast Digital LA Disney Fandango Fox iPad iPhone Mobile Roadie Universal

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Digital LA: Branded Entertainment Panel Live!

Tech Zulu Event

Join us tonight live at 8pm PST from UCLA Korn Hall for Digital LA’s Branded Entertainment panel right here on TechZulu. They’ll discuss how content creators and brands work together to create, develop, and market digital branded entertainment. and live shows (CMA Awards Red Carpet, Oscars Backstage Pass – All Access Show Oscar.com) for Disney/ABC Television Digital Media Group. Matt McMahon, Fox Digital Entertainment, VP Mobile.

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Fizziology Expands In The UK

socalTECH

Hollywood-based social media research company Fizziology said this morning that it has launched a new, U.K. Fizzilogy provides online social media monitoring of Facebook, Twitter, blogs, and other sites to help the media, entertainment, and sports industry track trends. fizziology buzz social media entertainment content hollywood expansion international

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Next 10 Ventures is launching an incubator for YouTube personalities

TechCrunch LA

“I have three kids ages 9, 7 and 4 and I’ve seen it there too in how they are consuming media. Looking ahead over the next 10 years, this is going to be the way consumers are [being entertained], accessing insights and knowledge, and connecting.” TC Venture Capital Benjamin Grubbs digital media Director eBay Los Angeles Next 10 Ventures social media streaming video video hosting Warner Bros YouTube

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TeamDom Raises $1M For Influencer Marketing

socalTECH

Los Angeles-based TeamDom , a new startup started by 19-year old social media star Jake Paul, disclosed today that it has raised $1M in a funding round. Paul says on his Linkedin profile that Teamdom is a "modern�day media conglomerate focused on building powerful brands, stories, celebrities, and businesses around Teen Entertainment And Media. jake paul teamdom influencer marketing venture capital content hollywood disney socialmedia social media

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Ford’s Autonomic Pairs With Alibaba Cloud On Mobility Hub for China

Xconomy

Together, the two companies plan to offer a standardized platform where all participants in the transportation ecosystem—including Ford’s rival automakers—can build services, from their own ride-hailing apps to entertainment channels for passengers marking time in self-driving.

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Facebook's Impact on Entertainment PR and Marketing

SoCal Tech Calendar

Monday, September 19, 2011 -- Facebook's Impact on Entertainment PR and Marketing. Learn first-hand from an all-star panel how the entertainment industry is using Facebook and other top social networking platforms. Social Media Week LA. PRSA LA. Well cover best practices, case studies and strategies for success (as well as those to avoid). The panel will include representatives from Facebook, major studios, talent agencies and PR/digital marketing firms.

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Action Sports and Social Media Live Wednesday

Tech Zulu Event

Tomorrow starting at 8pm PST We will be live streaming ( click here to view live stream ) the "Action Sports + Social Media Marketing Mash Up" event put on by SoCal Action Sports Network. The group has expanded beyond Action Sports to include brands from Consumer Electronics, Music & Entertainment, Food & Beverage, Automotive & Motorsports, as well as our growing college student consumer community.

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TechZulu Tech W(rap) | Weekly Tech Roundup Ep. 5

Tech Zulu Event

From Social Media stocks, Facebook drones to Obama pushing to have the fastest computer in the world. Referenced Stories / More Info : Social Media Stocks :: [link]. Apps & Software Business Content Entertainment Gadgets Politics drones Elvina Beck Facebook Kera Package Obama Social Media Tech WrapLook alive! Its episode 5 of the TechZulu Tech W(rap).

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Fullscreen Aims At LinkedIn

socalTECH

Los Angeles-based social entertainment firm Fullscreen , which is part of Otter media, is targeting LinkedIn with a new platform management and strategy practice, the company announced this morning. Fullscreen said the new practice comes because of LinkedIn's faster growth rate compared to other social platforms in the last year, with a 7.2 fullscreen linkedin brand strategy consulting branding social media ottermedia

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Facebook + TV = Your Show

Tech Zulu Event

Social Studios TV introduces you to a new (beta) Facebook app called, Your Show and bridges the gap between TV and social media. Social Studios TV thought there was something missing in the social media world. No real satisfaction is obtained by looking through countless of random feeds and nothing engaged you in a way to be entertained while searching. This is an app designed for the social media fans looking for a new way to stay connected.

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REACH NeXT Announces Keynote Speaker Rob Maigret of Sphero

Tech Zulu Event

Prior to Sphero, Rob was SVP of Global Creative at Disney Interactive, the digital entertainment and games segment of The Walt Disney Company. DigiSynd manages Disney’s brand presence in the social media space. Apps & Software Business Entrepreneurship Events REACH Apple Disney Distribution Entertainment Rob Maigret Robot Social Media SpheroAre you a fan of Star Wars? Who isn’t?!

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Digital LA – Hosts Go Digital: Specialties Panel Live

Tech Zulu Event

The expert host panelists will discuss how hosts can use digital to specialize in areas such as entertainment, fashion, health, news, etc. Advertising & PR Arts & Entertainment Events New Media Social MediaJoin Digital LA and TechZulu on Feb. 15 as we bring you a live panel discussion on Hosts Go Digital: Specialties! Visit TechZulu for full story.

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Invisible Universe Lands $12M For Internet Animation Studio

socalTECH

The company said it is the an "internet-first animation studio" which is developing "new animated IP" across social media and web3. invisible universe venture capital entertainment content streaming animation celebrity jennifer anistonLos Angeles-based Invisible Universe, an "Internet-first" animation studio, said this morning that it has raised $12M in a Series A funding.

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Pepsi Co’s Bough crowns SXSWi the “Davos of Digital”

Tech Zulu Event

During our interview with PepsiCo's Bonin Bough at South by Southwest Interactive, the company's director of global social media enthusiastically called the conference the "Davos of Digital." Advertising & PR Arts & Entertainment Entrepreneurship New Media News Social Media SXSW 2011 Video Bonin Bough Breakout Band Davos Ellen McGirt Evil Genius Japan Pepsi Pepsi Max PepsiCo SupperShopper

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Digital LA: Digital Comics Panel With The Punisher Himself (Thomas Jane)

Tech Zulu Event

We’ll discuss how comics and comic book characters are part of an overall entertainment franchise, including animation, games, movies, iPad apps, web series, and promotion via social media. TQ Jefferson, Marvel Entertainment, VP of Production, Games @Marvel. David Uslan, Graphicly, VP of Business Development @graphicly ; formerly at Branded Entertainment and ICM. TechZulu and Digital LA have a real treat for all you comic fans out there!

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WESAWIT | Experience Events Through The Eyes of The Crowd

Tech Zulu Event

The mobile app and website that allows people to capture and share images and videos of events through social media. The cool thing is we were not only taught about film and TV, but also about new media. One of our teachers was teaching new media and it was really inspiring. You take all the photos and videos and upload it on YouTube, Facebook, Vine, and other social media platforms and experience the event through the eyes of the crowd.

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Web TV Workshop Pro-Panel Series: Creating A Web Series From The Ground Up

Tech Zulu Event

Tags: Advertising & PR Arts & Entertainment Social Media Video Jeremy McMillan Kristyn Burtt Matt Bolish Michael Redford Carney New Media Pro Panel Series Social Media Damian Pelliccione The Web Files Web Series Web TV Workshop

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Fireside Chat with Cameron Olthuis | VP of Search and Social Strategies at CBS Interactive

Tech Zulu Event

TechZulu is excited to invite you on April 24, 2013 at 7pm , to a fireside chat with Cameron Olthuis , VP of Search and Social Strategies at CBS Interactive. Cameron will share his experience on Search and Social Strategies for Start ups. Topic: Search and Social Strategies for Start ups. Cameron Olthuis is VP of Search & Social Strategies for CBS Interactive, a top 10 global Internet property with over 300 million users every month.

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The Right Marketing For A New Business Costs Least

Startup Professionals Musings

The power and influence of paid media advertising, including print ads, TV commercials, radio, and even online digital campaigns is waning, in favor of unpaid earned and owned messaging from your website, social media, key market influencers, and existing customer word-of-mouth. But startups need to remember that even zero paid media doesn’t mean that marketing is free. Earned media. Owned media.

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The Lunch Awards | The Nominees Are In! Cast Your Vote!

Tech Zulu Event

For those not familiar with Lunch.com they are a social media website where people can share relevant knowledge and opinions, and create free communities on any topic. Arts & Entertainment Blogging Events Review Social Media Social News Awards Lunch Awards Lunch.com Read Write Wed Reviews RWWThe Lunch Awards are just around the corner and its now time for you to select the winners of this year Golden Thumb Award.

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Web TV Workshop Pro-Panel Series: Mighty Fresh, McBeard Media, Distribber and IndieGoGo

Tech Zulu Event

You will hear from some of the most successful professionals of the new media space. Tags: Arts & Entertainment Business Development New Media Social Media Video Adam Chapnick Alec Distribber IndieGoGo McBeard Media McNayre Mighty Fresh Richard Frias Web TV Workshop On Monday November 1, 2010 TechZulu will present Web TV Workshop Pro-Panel Series live at 9pm PST. Visit TechZulu for full story.

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YouTube Marketing | Top 8 Tips to Increase Sales with Video

Tech Zulu Event

Nick Tran, Director of Social Media for Taco Bell. Evan Bregman, Director of Digital Media at Electus said, “If we wanted to cut through the clutter of all the different youtube channels …. Advertising Business Entertainment Marketing Billy Mays Dollar Shave Club Electus Evan Bregman Freddie Wong Hello Flo Jeffrey Harmon Loud Network Nick Tran Orabrush Orange Glo Orapup OxiClean Social Media Taco Bell YouTube