Up.Partners Launches $230 Million Fund
L.A. Business Journal
OCTOBER 25, 2021
Santa Monica-based early stage venture fund UP.Partners launched its inaugural $230 million fund focused on mobility technology, the company announced on Oct.
Chalk Digital Gets Seed Funding For Mobile Ad Technology
socalTECH
SEPTEMBER 9, 2015
San Diego-based Chalk Digital , a provider of location-based, mobile advertising technology aimed at local businesses, said today that it has raised a seed funding round. Size of the funding was not announced. The funding came from Composite Capital Partners, Kernal Capital Inc., READ MORE>>.
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Papaya raises $50M to give you a way to pay bills via its mobile app
TechCrunch LA
DECEMBER 15, 2021
So I think it’s safe to say that any technology that can make the process easier is welcome by all. It has developed technology to give people a way to pay bills outside of traditional methods, such as through the mail, over the phone or via a Web portal. has been an anomaly, with only 3% of bills being paid by a mobile device.
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Luxury Travel Hackers Gets Seed Funding For Travel Technology
socalTECH
JUNE 9, 2021
Santa Monica-based Luxury Travel Hackers said today that it has launched a new company, focused on helping the "mobile millennial" book "influencer-curated" trips via social media, with a seed funding. Size of the funding was not announced. According to Luxury Travel Hackers, the funding was led by Thomas B.
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SiLC Technologies Sees $17M
socalTECH
MAY 25, 2021
Monrovia, California-based SiLC Technologies, a developer of machine vision tools, says it has raised $17M in a Series A funding round. The company says it has now raised $30M in total, including an earlier, $12M seed funding last year.
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Papaya Picks Up $50M For Mobile Payments
socalTECH
DECEMBER 15, 2021
Los Angeles-based Papaya, a fintech startup developing a mobile bill payment application, says it has raised $50M in a Series B funding. The funding was led by Bessemer Venture Partners, and also included Sequoia Capital, Acrew Capital, 01 Advisors, Mucker Capital, Fika Ventures, F-Prime, and Sound Ventures.
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6 Funding Resources For Ideas Needing More Validation
Startup Professionals Musings
OCTOBER 2, 2023
Yet I still get too many business plans that clearly are looking for money to do research and development (R&D) on a new and unproven technology. If you need funding for these early stage activities, I have some suggestions on better strategies to follow. Technology pilots. They believe in you above all else.
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MFour Mobile Research Raises $5M
socalTECH
APRIL 11, 2017
Irvine-based MFour Mobile Research , a developer of mobile survey and research software, announced today that it has raised $5M in a new funding round. The funding came from Kayne NewRoad Ventures Fund. According to the company, the funding will go towards scaling technology and research staff.
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TC Technology Acquired By SSP Innovation
socalTECH
JULY 16, 2018
Carlsbad-based TC Technology , an IT services provider which develops mobile software for the utility market, has been acquired by SSP Innovation , a provider of IT services and software to the electric, gas, and water utilities, the two said on Friday. Financial details of the acquisition were not announced. READ MORE>>.
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Adtile Technologies Raises $4.5M
socalTECH
JULY 7, 2014
San Diego-based Adtile Technologies , a mobile ad technology company led by Nils Forsblom, has raised $4.5M in a Series A funding. The company develops interactive, mobile ads which it says use things like motion capture to make mobile ads more user friendly, meaningful, and engaging. founded by Forsblom.
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Mobile /Wireless Technologies
SoCal Tech Calendar
SEPTEMBER 8, 2010
Tuesday, September 14, 2010 -- Mobile /Wireless Technologies. The focus of this panel is to explore Ventures in Mobile/Wireless technologies how a deal is accomplished and how the company is valued, funded, executed, branded, and brings consumers into focus.
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Starship Technologies picks up €50M from the EU’s investment arm to expand its fleet of autonomous delivery robots
TechCrunch LA
JANUARY 25, 2022
Now it’s picking up some funding along with an endorsement Europe to further its growth. The startup has received €50 million (just under $57 million at today’s rates) from the European Investment Bank, the funding arm of the European Union. The funding from the EIB ticks a couple of different boxes for the EU.
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Geenee Sees $7M In Seed Funding For AR Software
socalTECH
NOVEMBER 5, 2019
Los Angeles-based Geenee , a company developing mobile software that allows physical objects to trigger mobile, augmented reality (AR) experiences, has raised $7M in a seed funding round, the company said on Tuesday morning. The company said the funding was led by IDI Partners. on its release of IT Chapter 2.
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113 LA, and Southern California's Surge In Venture Capital Funds
socalTECH
JUNE 29, 2017
We've summarized the funds that have announced new funds in the last nine months or so, or that are in the midst of raising funds--a total of more than $1086 million in total funds. List ordered by fund size). Fund size: $230M fund. Fund size: $100M fund. Fund size: $100M fund.
AppOnBoard Takes $15M For Mobile App Demo Software
socalTECH
APRIL 17, 2018
Los Angeles-based AppOnBoard , a developer of a mobile technology platform aimed at helping app developers create app demos, has raised $15M in a Series A funding. AppOnBoard--which is led by serial entrepreneur Jonathan Zweig--says the funding will go towards growth and development.
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Qualcomm Backs Lookout's Mobile Security Tools
socalTECH
OCTOBER 10, 2013
San Diego-based Qualcomm is backing mobile security software maker Lookout , as part of a big, $55M funding round for Lookout which was announced Thursday. Lookout develops mobile device and network security technology. qualcomm lookout venture capital mobile security software' Lookout is based in San Francisco.
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New Firm Looks To Fund Technology Startups
socalTECH
OCTOBER 27, 2010
Beverly Hills-based Henislie , a new joint venture created by BioAccel and Imprimatur Capital , said today that it is in the midst of raising approximately $50M to seed investment in companies in the life science, information technology, telecommunications and clean energy production.
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Honk Technologies Adds $18M For On Demand Towing
socalTECH
JUNE 27, 2018
Santa Monica-based Honk Technologies , the on-demand, roadside assistance app startup led by Corey Brundage, said Wednesday that it has raised $18M in a new funding round. The funding was led by Altpoint Ventures, and also included Structure Capital and Venture 51. Honk previously raised $12M in a funding round in 2015.
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100 Appetize Mobile Ordering App Raises $50M From NFL and Other Investors
L.A. Business Journal
AUGUST 9, 2018
Playa Vista-based developer of mobile ordering point-of-sale software Appetize Technologies Inc. 9 it has raised more than $50 million in funding, including approximated $10 million from the National Football League. announced Aug.
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113 SoCal's Big New Crop Of Venture Investors And Funds
socalTECH
MARCH 16, 2017
It's turning out to be a great time for entrepreneurs looking for funding in the region, with not only high profile exits of such companies as Snap Inc., but a bunch of new, early stage investors looking to seed or fund the next big tech success story. www.watertowerventures.com) Fund size: $5M. Fund size: $40M.
Bonfire Ventures Launches $60M Venture Capital Fund
socalTECH
JANUARY 29, 2018
Los Angeles-based Bonfire Ventures said this morning that it has officially launched with its first fund, a new $60M fund aimed at early stage startups. The fund was founded by longtime Southern California technology investors Jim Andelman and Mark Mullen, who are joined by Leah Volger, formerly of Google and Santander InnoVentures.
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Giftfund Launches Mobile Gifting App
socalTECH
SEPTEMBER 16, 2015
A new, Los Angeles mobile app, Giftfund , said Tuesday that it has launched a new, mobile gifting app, which can help users crowdfunding group gifts. The mobile app developer, led by Mel Basar, said its app lets users band together to contribute money toward joint gifts to others. READ MORE>>.
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100 Qualcomm Re-Ups Investment In Mobile Management Firm Visage
socalTECH
MAY 3, 2012
San Diego-based Qualcomm has renewed its investment in Visage , as part of a Series C funding for the enterprise mobility management software provider. According to Visage, the round was led by Motorola Solutions, and also included Palisades Ventures, Qualcomm Ventures and Worldview Technology Partners.
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Fitplan Technologies Finds $4.7M For Fitness Apps
socalTECH
JUNE 28, 2018
Los Angeles-based Fitplan Technologies , a startup that develops mobile apps which connects users with workouts with routines used by what the company says are the "world's most influential fitness personalities", has raised $4.7M in a funding round. The funding was led by Lerer Hippeau, Bullpen, Advanceit and Imaginary VC.
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100 Leonardo DiCaprio takes a stake in Struck Capital to fund the future of LA’s tech ecosystem
TechCrunch LA
SEPTEMBER 23, 2020
” Struck Capital, which is currently investing out of a $55 million second fund, would not disclose the size of DiCaprio’s stake, but said that the investment is significant. In addition to his commitment to the fund, DiCaprio will be making co-investments alongside the Struck Capital team.
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Phunware Gets $26.25M For Mobile App Platform
socalTECH
MARCH 20, 2014
Phunware , a developer of mobile advertising, application, analytics, and other tools for brands which has operations in both Newport Beach and San Diego, said this week that it has raised $26.25M in a Series E funding. phunware venture capital mobile advertising analytics software' The company is headquartered in Austin.
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Creative Artists Agency Gets Major Funding From Temasek
socalTECH
SEPTEMBER 26, 2017
The Creative Artists Agency (CAA), the entertainment and sports agency which also is an active investor and partner of technology and media companies here, said this morning that it has received a an investment from Temasek , the $200 billion Singapore investment company. READ MORE>>.
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YapStone Gets $60M In Debt Funding
socalTECH
APRIL 1, 2015
YapStone , which develops web and mobile payment technology, and also maintains an office at ROC in Santa Monica, has closed on $60M in debt financing, the company said this week. The funding was split between $40M in a senior credit facility from Comerica Bank, and $20M in subordinated debt from Bregal Sagemount. READ MORE>>.
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53 Questions Developers Should Ask Innovators
TechEmpower
JULY 24, 2023
” or “Are you developing for desktop, tablet, mobile, or all three?” How are you funding this? What level of funding do you currently have? Do you have a custom algorithm or other technology? Are you targeting desktop, tablet, or mobile? Tell me about the business. What are your big milestones?
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Santa Monica's Science Inc. Backs Electric Motor Startup In $4.5M Funding
socalTECH
MARCH 27, 2019
Linear Labs, which is developing electric motors it says produce twice the torque or force compared to conventional technologies in the same package size, said it raised $4.5M in a seed funding round, led by Science Inc. Science Inc's Pham said that Linear Labs' technology can "impact nearly everything taxing our global needs".
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SpotOn raises $300M at a $3.15B valuation and acquires Appetize
TechCrunch LA
SEPTEMBER 13, 2021
Last year at this time, SpotOn was on the brink of announcing a $60 million Series C funding round at a $625 million valuation. Since its 2017 inception, SpotOn has been focused on providing software and payments technology to SMBs with an emphasis on restaurants and retail businesses. Image Credits: SpotOn.
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mSIGNIA Looks To Secure Mobile Devices
socalTECH
NOVEMBER 5, 2012
mSIGNIA , a developer of mobile security tools, has quietly been funded by the Tech Coast Angels and Gold Hill Capital, it was revealed by the TCA last week. mSIGNIA, which is based in Irvine, apparently islooking to help manage the identity of online users, and is targeting online service providers with mobile applications.
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Eric Futoran: From Scopely To Embrace.io, The Challenges Of Mobile Development
socalTECH
JUNE 2, 2017
The world of mobile apps has added serious challenges for software developers, who don't just have to deal with crashes�they have to deal with slow performance, strange hangs, multiple carrier networks, and more. Software is a different beast in the mobile environment. Talk a bit about your funding? Eric Futoran: Embrace.io
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Local Corporation Names Technology VP
socalTECH
OCTOBER 16, 2013
Irvine-based online directory and digital marketing provider Local Corporation said this morning that it has appointed Joe Lindsay as its new Vice President of Technology. Local said that Lindsay will focus on mobile development and the company''s Krillion local shopping platform. local corporation executive engineering technology'
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138 Trace Gets Funding From Intel Capital
socalTECH
OCTOBER 20, 2017
Los Angeles-based Trace , a developer of mobile apps which automatically track your sports activity using sensors, video, and artificial intelligence, has scored a round of investment from Intel Capital. Size of the funding round was not announced.
Why We’re Looking to Fund Stuff With More Meaning
Both Sides of the Table
SEPTEMBER 15, 2014
If you’re funding the same stuff as everybody else and if you started your activities when the clues were obvious you’re much less likely to drive enormous returns. When Fred Wilson funded Twitter I guarantee you it wasn’t obvious that it was a billion dollar idea. Venture Capital is a tricky industry. Far from it.
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Scopely raises $340 million at a $3.3 billion valuation as gaming grabs investors’ interest
TechCrunch LA
OCTOBER 28, 2020
In a move to shore up institutional support in what’s likely to be it’s last fundraising as a private company, the Los Angeles-based mobile gaming behemoth Scopely has raised $340 million in its latest eye-popping round of funding. ” In terms of capitalization, no other mobile gaming studio comes close.
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AppOnboard Raises $15 Million in Series A Funding Round
L.A. Business Journal
APRIL 17, 2018
AppOnboard, a Los Angeles based mobile technology platform that creates demos for apps, announced a $15 million Series A round led by Korea Investment Partners (KIP) with contributions from Mirae Asset Management, Mantaray, MTG and Runa Capital. The capital infusion brings their total funding to $20 million.
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Shamrock Capital Backs Pixellot In $30M Funding
socalTECH
SEPTEMBER 10, 2018
The funding was led by Shamrock, and also included other, existing, un-named investors. Pixellot has now raised more than $40M in funding.
ParkMe Gets New Funding Round
socalTECH
JANUARY 23, 2013
ParkMe , the startup provider of parking information and data founded by Sam Friedman and Alex Israel, announced this morning that it has raised a new round of funding, from Angeleno Group, Fontinalis Partners and IDG Ventures. As part of the funding, Daniel Weiss of Angelo Group has joined the company's board of directors.
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183 Interview With Jamie Montgomery, March Capital Partners On The Firm's New Fund
socalTECH
FEBRUARY 5, 2019
Santa Monica-based venture investor March Capital Partners (www.marchcp.com) announced last week that it has raised a second fund, worth $300M. To learn about the new fund, we sat down with Jamie Montgomery , one of the fund's co-founders, to hear about March Capital's strategy and the new fund.
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160 Corent Technologies Finds $3.0M For SaaS Enablement
socalTECH
FEBRUARY 19, 2014
Aliso Viejo-based Corent Technologies , the developer of software which helps turn corporate applications into software-as-a-service, has raised another $3.0M in funding, according to a regulatory filing from the firm Wednesday. Details on the funding have not yet been announced by the company. READ MORE>>.
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159 TE2 Gains $3.5M For Location Marketing Technology
socalTECH
MARCH 10, 2014
San Diego-based TE2 , a developer of technology aimed at marketing to consumers by tapping into data from Bluetooth, GPS, Wi-Fi, NFC and RFID technology, said last week that it has raised $3.5M in a funding round. Source of the funding was not announced.
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LA-based Metropolis raises $41 million to upgrade parking infrastructure
TechCrunch LA
FEBRUARY 16, 2021
According to Alex Israel, the parking payment application is the foundation for a bigger business empire that hopes to reimagine parking spaces as hubs for a broad array of urban mobility services. REEF Technology raises $700M from SoftBank and others to remake parking lots. ” he asked.
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