Code Ocean has raised $21 million to accclerate development of its leading computational research environment

“Code Ocean is riding the next wave of innovative companies who are reinventing scientific tools and platforms,” said Scott Tobin, General Partner, Battery Ventures

NEW YORK (PRWEB)
May 17, 2021

Code Ocean, the leading computational research environment for sharing scientific discoveries, today announced that it has raised a total of $21 million in funding, including a $15M Series A round of funding led by Battery Ventures, with investment from Digitalis Ventures, EBSCO, Vaal Partners and other institutional and individual investors. With this funding, Code Ocean will accelerate development of its leading environment, which empowers researchers to continuously organize, execute, and share research end-to-end, thereby increasing efficiency and reproducibility.

“We’re excited to invest and partner in such a large market opportunity with Code Ocean,” said Scott Tobin, General Partner, Battery Ventures, who is also a board director of the company. “Code Ocean is riding the next wave of innovative companies who are reinventing scientific tools and platforms, and we believe their unique technology has immense potential.”

Until now, researchers have struggled to close their technology gaps in order to keep pace with a growing amount of data. They often find themselves wasting precious time with rote DevOps tasks and operating in silos, unable to effectively collaborate on their research with others in a secure fashion. Unfortunately, this results in slow discovery progress and a low reproducibility rate — in fact, more than 70% of computational research is non-reproducible.

“With the current growth in the Biotech sector, the amount of big, multimodal data is increasing rapidly,” said Simon Adar, Co-founder and CEO, Code Ocean. “Consequently, we see demand emerging for our new category of modern computational research platforms, which increase reproducibility and are significantly easier to use than traditional ad hoc, standalone science and IT operational data and analysis platforms.”

One of the key differentiators of Code Ocean’s approach is its Compute CapsuleTM, which creates a software package comprising the essential triplet of any computational research work today: code, data and a Docker-ized container that enables researchers to reproduce, reuse and collaborate. Capsules, datasets and results become assets, managed in a secure searchable repository. Code Ocean’s cloud-based environment manages access control and automates the use of any computing resource and storage. The Code Ocean platform is completely agnostic and incorporates RStudio, Jupyter, Terminal, MATLAB, Shiny, Git, and more.

“What I love about Code Ocean is how the platform facilitates more seamless collaboration and awareness of what our different groups are doing, and how it is better wired together throughout the company,” said Eric Schadt, Ph.D., Founder and CEO, Sema4, a patient-centered health intelligence company. “For us, it solves one of our biggest obstacles, which is how innovation propagates between smart groups that operate in silos. It was amazing to see how adoption caught fire on the inside completely organically.”

In aggregate, Code Ocean’s open cloud has processed hundreds of thousands of complex computations for scientists from more than 1,000 universities. Code Ocean also has partnerships with leading research publishers such as Nature, AACR, IEEE, Elsevier, and others. Although Code Ocean’s open-access cloud can be used for any type of research, its new Enterprise offering has achieved exceptional early adoption in the biotech, pharmaceutical and life sciences industries, in which it serves premiere corporate customers such as Sema4, Champions Oncology, CytoReason, Dragonfly Therapeutics, among others.

“Code Ocean enabled us to move from individual mode to true teamwork and allowed us to develop standards for the group and share code efficiently,” said Yair Benita, Ph.D., Head of Science Operations, CytoReason. “Once we were all on board sharing code and workflows, the group started moving quickly, the quality of our work was higher, we improved as we moved while being able to reproduce every result and document our work easily.”

Code Ocean is currently hiring for all positions in engineering, marketing and sales. For more information, please visit https://codeocean.com/.

About Code Ocean

Code Ocean is where great computational research is created, organized and shared in one place. The Code Ocean platform provides the best way for research teams to standardize research workflow, and to track and reproduce all computations and discoveries. By making it easier and more efficient for researchers to collaborate, Code Ocean improves reproducibility, optimizes return on IT investment, and saves time by automating repetitive functions. For more information, please visit https://codeocean.com/.

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InstallAware Multi-Platform on macOS

“We’re building on the shoulders of giants,” says Sinan Karaca, Founder of InstallAware Software. “Our existing Windows-native Delphi code forms are porting virtually seamlessly to macOS and Linux via the exciting cross platform Lazarus IDE, itself based on the cross platform Free Pascal compiler.”

SAN FRANCISCO (PRWEB)
May 17, 2021

InstallAware Software, the technology leader in software installation, repackaging, and virtualization solutions for application builders and enterprises, has announced InstallAware Multi-Platform, a native code multi-platform application deployment solution shipping later this year; together with a contest showcasing the first pieces of the exciting new multi-platform technology.

In the best tradition of InstallAware, nothing is hard-coded in the new InstallAware Multi-Platform devops platform. Showcasing this capability, InstallAware is launching a week-long contest in four categories:

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      The best Linux installer dialog theme
•     The best macOS installer dialog theme
•     The best Windows installer dialog theme
•     The best multi-platform installer dialog theme

InstallAware Multi-Platform’s Dialog Designer is available for immediate download at http://www.installaware.com/iampdd.asp and features a rich array of dialog controls to create modern user experiences. Developers create custom dialogs dropping controls on a form, setting their properties (such as button captions) and describing their actions (such as proceeding to the next installer dialog) entirely visually. The dialogs look and feel the same on Linux, macOS, and Windows – all from a single source!

Developers are invited to submit their entries to support at installaware dot com with the subject line “Multi-Platform Dialog Theme.” The winners in all four categories above will be announced immediately upon selection, and shall receive free licenses to the upcoming InstallAware Multi-Platform product.

“We’re building on the shoulders of giants,” says Sinan Karaca, Founder of InstallAware Software. “Our existing Windows-native Delphi code forms are porting virtually seamlessly to macOS and Linux via the exciting cross platform Lazarus IDE, itself based on the cross platform Free Pascal compiler stack. The maturity of both these platforms are enabling our successes in bringing the very best InstallAware has to offer to Linux and macOS today, and an ever-growing number of native platforms tomorrow.”

InstallAware is the objectively proven technology leader in the software installation space (claims are evaluated on the basis of speed, size, stability, and scalability using the native Windows edition of InstallAware), where the valuation of a former pioneer of the industry recently reached as much as US$3 billion, according to https://www.pehub.com/ta-to-make-3x-its-money-on-sale-of-flexera-to-thoma-bravo/.

About InstallAware Software

InstallAware Software, founded in 2003, is the leading Cloud Infrastructure Company with its laser sharp focus on bullet-proof enterprise software deployment. InstallAware has been recognized by multiple awards coming from Microsoft, SDTimes “Leader of the Software Development Industry”, Visual Studio Magazine Reader’s Choice, ComponentSource, WindowsITPro, among other recognition. InstallAware X13 is available in a free edition for all Visual Studio users and paid editions with prices starting at $329. For a fully functional 14-day trial and more information, visit http://www.installaware.com.

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NEW YORK (PRWEB)
May 13, 2021

Artist, Technologist and Digital Innovator Steven Sebring released his first NFT featuring legendary Artist and “Punk Poet Laureate” Patti Smith on SuperRare today, entitled patti punk. Culminating in a Sundance Award for Excellence in Cinematography in 2008 for Patti Smith: Dream of Life, Steven and Patti spent over eleven years together documenting her journey back to the stage from a sixteen-year hiatus.

Over the past 25 years, they have collaborated on a wide variety of artistic projects from books and films, to live performances and art installations – establishing a palpable sense of trust and mutual respect for artistry and harmony between them. With genuine appreciation, Smith notes that Sebring always captures her as herself and does not influence any version of herself, past or present.

The patti punk NFT is a result of their journey together and the evolution of Sebring’s technological approach to image capture with his proprietary technology.

SMITH ON “PUNK”

According to Smith, “the essence of punk in 1974/’75 was freedom. Freedom in the way we expressed ourselves, dressed, and performed. It let the artist feel freedom and they were just themselves.” This is Punk. “The work that one does and the work of one’s energy.” Also noted by Smith, “I can still put my foot through an amp and at the same time scrub my floors and take care of my children.”

While happy to be the “Godmother of Punk”, Smith acknowledges that “each generation translates what punk [rock] means to them” and believes that new generations should define themselves by their own experience rather than by those who came before them. To Smith, the essence of Punk is Freedom. She acknowledges the originating artistic process, but once it is given to the people, it is theirs and it may transform. Without any territorial feelings, she notes, “We kick the door open and let the new people take it. Break on through to the other side.”

SEBRING ON TECHNOLOGY

Sebring is a purist when it comes to the capture process. “I hope people see the connection I have with the subjects I photograph,” says Sebring noting that photography is the only way to capture moments. However, Sebring embraces technology, even developing his own, as a tool for the continuous exploration and evolution of his art.

Sebring photographed Smith in 1999 for her album “Gung Ho” using Polaroids. The single capture of the moment and seeing it physically was a distinctive experience for him. In 2005, Sebring embraced digital technologies to be able to create multiples of his work. He used a scanner to digitize the images and software to pixelate them, combining pure capture with technology to explore new ways of seeing these moments. These steps were only the initial explorations of his artistic innovation.

The resulting images were shown in Illuminations: Who Are Poets, an exhibition of photography and installation works by Sebring at the Milk Gallery in April of 2011. The exhibition featured Patti Smith, Michael Stipe, Jim Carroll, Joey Ramone, Neil Young and Philip Glass. Based on the concept of looking at a piece of stained glass up close and not being able to discern the overall image, the pieces in Illumination give the viewer a sense of this discovery. When moving back and scanning images with a phone, the photographs would emerge clearly to the viewer.

With NFTs, Sebring is embracing the new world, reimagining the process of capturing, creating, and displaying art that evolves over time.

ABOUT STEVEN SEBRING

An Artist, Emmy-nominated Director, Photographer and self-proclaimed “Photo-Scientist,” Steven Sebring is the creator of SEBRING REVOLUTION, a media company using proprietary camera systems designed by Sebring to create immersive and interactive storytelling experiences. For more than 25 years, Sebring has collaborated with innovators in the realms of fashion, music, art, sports and film. He is the recipient of the Sundance Excellence in Cinematography Award, multiple Clio Awards, and received an Emmy nomination for his full-length feature film, Patti Smith: Dream of Life.

ABOUT PATTI SMITH

An Artist, Poet, Activist, Singer-Songwriter, Traveler and known “Punk Poet Laureate,” Patti Smith is an icon and inspiration to the world. She was an integral part of the downtown NYC arts scene in the late 1960’s. Her debut album Horses was a significant influence on the Punk music scene in the 1970’s. In 2007 Patti was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and she has won numerous awards including the National Book Award in 2010 for her memoir, Just Kids.

For more information, please visit http://www.stevensebring.com or https://superrare.co/. Contact: Doug Scott at douggaryscott@gmail.com

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KP Performance Antennas Releases New Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 6e Omni and Flat Panel Antennas

“These omni and flat panel antennas are one of the world’s first Wi-Fi 6e antennas available for the mass market, unlocking a multitude of untapped features and providing blazing fast communication speeds,” said Kevin Hietpas, Product Line Manager.

IRVINE, Calif. (PRWEB)
May 13, 2021

KP Performance Antennas, an Infinite Electronics brand and a manufacturer of wireless network antennas, just launched a new line of omnidirectional and flat panel Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 6e antennas that are ideal for commercial and enterprise users in industrial, utilities, mil/aero and small office home office (SOHO) applications.

KP’s newest omni and flat panel antennas cover the 2.4, 4.9, 5 and 6 GHz bandwidths and are Wi-Fi 6e ready. They deliver more spectrum by 1.2 GHz than previous Wi-Fi antennas. This quadrupling of the Wi-Fi available network allows speeds to reach up to 1 to 2 Gbps, which is comparable to mmWave 5G signals. These antennas also provide low latency and work with the latest devices released in 2021 and beyond.

The multi-port omnis and flat panel antennas in this line are designed for indoor, outdoor or large venue deployments up to 6×6 MIMO capability. They are offered with RP-SMA, RP-TNC, N-Type male and N-Type female connectors.

“These omni and flat panel antennas are one of the world’s first Wi-Fi 6e antennas available for the mass market, unlocking a multitude of untapped features and providing blazing fast communication speeds,” said Kevin Hietpas, Product Line Manager.

KP’s new omni and flat panel Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 6e antennas are in-stock and can be ordered directly from the KP Performance Antennas website or any of KP’s authorized distributors.

For inquiries, please call 1-855-276-5772.

About KP Performance Antennas:

With decades of in-the-field expertise as former WISP operators and Ph.D. antenna engineers, KP Performance Antennas helps wireless internet service providers maximize ROI with products engineered to exceed industry expectations by delivering superior throughput, greater service coverage, dependable performance and reduced maintenance costs, while also providing responsive service, expert technical support and same-day shipping. KP Performance Antennas is an Infinite Electronics brand.

About Infinite Electronics:

Based in Irvine, Calif., Infinite Electronics offers a broad range of components, assemblies and wired/wireless connectivity solutions, serving the aerospace/defense, industrial, government, consumer electronics, instrumentation, medical and telecommunications markets. Infinite’s brands include Pasternack, Fairview Microwave, L-com, MilesTek, ShowMeCables, NavePoint, INC Installs, Integra Optics, PolyPhaser, Transtector, KP Performance Antennas, RadioWaves & Aiconics. Infinite Electronics serves a global engineering customer base with deep technical expertise and support, with one of the broadest inventories of products available for immediate shipment.

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TORONTO, ON (PRWEB)
May 13, 2021

Enghouse Vidyo, a division of Enghouse Systems Limited (TSX: ENGH) and a leader in embedded real-time video solutions, today announced it has earned ISO 27001 Certification, the world’s premier standard in information security.

Vidyo now meets the strictest security requirements in the industry for its Information Security Management System (ISMS). With certification, Vidyo can assure the use of robust data security controls conforming to this internationally recognized standard.

“Security has played an integral role in Vidyo since inception,” said Aaron Soroka, Vice President Operations, Enghouse Vidyo. “At Vidyo, we enable the world’s most critical real-time communication, and protecting our customers’ data has always been a top priority. Our ISO 27001 Certification is confirmation of our ongoing commitment to the highest security standards, providing additional peace of mind to our partners and customers.”

Published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), ISO/IEC 27001:2013 is the global standard for information security. The certification establishes more than 100 requirements for a comprehensive ISMS, including: the physical security of facilities, software product security (from development to delivery environments and processes), financial information, HR processes and personnel, and management’s commitment to security work.

Certification of the Vidyo ISMS means its customers can expect systematic and ongoing management of information security risks that can otherwise affect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of corporate and personal information. Implemented controls include security-by-design product development, data encryption, vulnerability management, business continuity and disaster recovery plans, and much more.

The certification of Vidyo was granted after the completion of a formal audit performed by SGS SA, the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company.

Enghouse Interactive, Americas (EIA), an adjacent division of Enghouse, received the same ISO certification in October 2020.

The official certificate can be found at https://www.sgs.com/en/certified-clients-and-products/certified-client-directory, certificate ID CA21/819944189.

Members of the media can direct questions about the Enghouse Vidyo ISO 27001 certification to legal.operations@enghouse.com.

About Enghouse Vidyo

Enghouse Vidyo is a subsidiary of Enghouse Systems Limited, a software and services company traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX:ENGH). Vidyo enriches people’s lives by embedding real-time video into digital communications in the moments that matter most. Millions of people around the world connect visually every day through Vidyo’s secure, scalable technology and cloud-based services. Its patented platform integrates with virtually any application environment, network, and device to deliver the highest quality experiences that strengthen teams, build trust, solidify relationships, and improve quality of life. Learn more at http://www.vidyo.com, read our blog, or follow us on Twitter at @vidyo, on LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

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It’s no secret that the Social Security system is facing challenges and people are nervous, but claiming Social Security early could significantly impact their ability to meet retirement goals. Don’t make decisions based on fear alone.

OMAHA, Neb. (PRWEB)
May 12, 2021

Social Security is a significant source of income for many retired Americans, but the solvency of the system is currently in question. Many experts suggest that high unemployment combined with an influx of new claimants will cause the Social Security system to run out of funds even faster than initially projected.

“It’s no secret that the Social Security system is facing challenges and people are nervous, but claiming Social Security early could significantly impact their ability to meet retirement goals. Don’t make decisions based on fear alone,” said Joe Elsasser, CFP®, Founder and President of Covisum, the financial tech company that created Social Security Timing®, Tax Clarity®, SmartRisk™, and Income InSight®.

In a new Covisum white paper, “Is Time Running Out on Social Security,” Elsasser explains how Social Security will continue to be an essential retirement income stream. The white paper outlines why claiming early in response to potential cuts to Social Security benefits is not advantageous for most people.

“There seems to be some confusion among consumers surrounding the solvency of Social Security,” said Elsasser. “Even if there is no reform and the Social Security trust fund is depleted, which is unlikely, benefits won’t just disappear altogether.”

In addition to potential benefit cuts, several other factors can complicate the claiming process. Multiple income streams, a spousal or widow(er) benefit, age, and longevity can all impact the optimal time to claim Social Security benefits.

“It’s important to look at the full picture before claiming Social Security benefits,” Elsasser said. “Evaluating the impact of different factors, including potential cuts to benefits, can help you access the full amount you’re entitled to.”

Retirees can often access thousands of dollars of additional lifetime value by working with a financial advisor who can help them navigate the complexities of the Social Security system, including potential benefit cuts.

About Covisum

Covisum creates software solutions, practice management, and marketing resources to help advisors and financial institutions grow and improve lives through better retirement decisions. Covisum powers some of the nation’s largest financial planning institutions and serves more than 20,000 financial advisors. For more information, visit http://www.covisum.com.

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Mashgin: Checkout So Fast, It Feels Like Magic

PALO ALTO, Calif. (PRWEB)
May 12, 2021

Mashgin, the world’s fastest touchless self-checkout system powered by AI and computer vision, today announced Delek US Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: DK) (“Delek US”), a diversified downstream energy company with assets in petroleum refining, logistics, asphalt, renewable fuels and convenience store retailing, has selected Mashgin to provide frictionless, AI-powered self-checkout technology to 70+ Delek convenience stores across Texas in by late summer 2021. Delek customers will be able to simply walk in, select the items they want, place them on the Mashgin kiosk tray and have all items instantly recognized and simultaneously totaled in less than half a second – without the need to look for and scan barcodes. Customers use mobile pay, credit or debit card to complete their transaction with Mashgin (without touching anything but their purchase and form of payment), and can be on their way in as little as 10 seconds. View a short video of Mashgin in action here.

“The Mashgin touchless experience in Delek’s DK stores truly supports our mantra of ‘Making Your Day A Little Easier.’ This mantra is prominent on the front signage of all of our new and reimagined stores as a commitment to our brand promise,” said Tony Miller, Executive Vice President, Delek US. “Mashgin’s autonomous self-checkout is 300% faster, frictionless, and social distance-friendly. Mashgin is the first initiative of a comprehensive innovation strategy Delek is employing to create a unique shopping experience for its customers.”

Amid the ongoing pandemic crisis, speed and safety remains a priority. Convenience store shoppers demand a faster and more efficient experience at the gas pump and when making purchases in-store. Mashgin’s Touchless Checkout System leverages proprietary computer vision technology to decrease queue wait times, increase total transactions and enhance customer experience. Additionally, Mashgin easily integrates with current store layouts and helps to balance operational efficiency and financial optimization.

“We are extremely excited to help Delek innovate the convenience store experience for their customers,” said Mashgin VP of Strategic Partnerships, Jack Hogan. “Mashgin helps to ease consumer stress and the anxiety by making self-checkout contactless and extremely fast. By applying computer vision to checkout, Mashgin doesn’t just make convenience stores safer and faster; it makes them more convenient than ever as customers can get in and out of a store in under a minute.”

About Delek US Holdings, Inc.

Delek US Holdings, Inc. is a diversified downstream energy company with assets in petroleum refining, logistics, asphalt, renewable fuels and convenience store retailing. The refining assets consist of refineries operated in Tyler and Big Spring, Texas, El Dorado, Arkansas and Krotz Springs, Louisiana with a combined nameplate crude throughput capacity of 302,000 barrels per day.

The logistics operations consist of Delek Logistics Partners, LP (NYSE: DKL) (“Delek Logistics”). Delek US and its affiliates also own the general partner and an approximate 80 percent limited partner interest in Delek Logistics. Delek Logistics is a growth-oriented master limited partnership focused on owning and operating midstream energy infrastructure assets.

The convenience store retail business operates approximately 253 convenience stores in central and west Texas and New Mexico.

Information about Delek US Holdings, Inc. can be found on its website (http://www.delekus.com), investor relations webpage (ir.delekus.com), news webpage (http://www.delekus.com/news) and its Twitter account (@DelekUSHoldings).

About Mashgin

Mashgin is the world’s fastest self-checkout system powered by AI and computer vision. Consumers demand instant gratification. Mashgin’s Touchless Checkout System eliminates consumer frustration while increasing revenue for retailers with checkout that is 4X faster than cashiers and traditional points-of-sale. There’s no need to look for and scan bar codes: customers simply place their items on Mashgin’s tray, pay electronically and can be on their way in as little 10 seconds.

Mashgin is the most vetted fully frictionless solution with deployments spanning convenience stores, corporate cafeterias, stadiums, hospitals, and airports. Mashgin has processed over 12M transactions and has deployments in nearly 200 locations that span major convenience store chains, Fortune 500 companies and 20+ iconic sports stadiums including the Denver Broncos, Kansas City Chiefs and Madison Square Garden.

Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, Mashgin is a privately held company backed by Matrix Partners, Susa Ventures and Y Combinator. Follow Mashgin on Twitter and LinkedIn or learn more about Mashgin at http://www.mashgin.com.

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Heilind partners with TEWA Temperature Sensors, expanding its presence in the sensor market.

WILMINGTON, Mass. (PRWEB)
May 10, 2021

Heilind Electronics, a leading distributor of electronic components worldwide, has partnered with TEWA, a leading NTC thermistor and temperature probe manufacturer.

The TEWA temperature sensors line will complement Heilind’s existing sensor portfolio by adding a wide range of standard and custom temperature sensors based on NTC, PTC, RTD, TC and other sensing elements. These devices can be used for temperature measurement in consumer and industrial applications – specifically those requiring stable working temperatures between minus 80 degrees Celsius and 1000 degrees Celsius.

NTC thermistors have many advantageous features compared to other temperature sensors, including excellent thermal sensitivity, numerous physical and electrical configurations and mechanical and electrical robustness. Therefore, they remain the most versatile sensors for critical temperature sensing and control applications.

The many applications for TEWA’s sensors include HVAC products, boilers, refrigeration, automotive, instrumentation, communication and biomedical.

Heilind Electronics will be offering TEWA’s complete product portfolio of temperature sensors and thermistors. Visit Heilind’s website for more information about TEWA temperature sensor solutions.

About Heilind Electronics

Heilind Electronics, Inc. (http://www.heilind.com) is one of the world’s leading distributors of connectors, relays, sensors, switches, thermal management and circuit protection products, terminal blocks, wire and cable, wiring accessories and insulation and identification products. Founded in 1974, Heilind has locations throughout the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Germany, Singapore, Hong Kong and China. Follow Heilind on Facebook at facebook.com/Heilind and on Twitter at twitter.com/Heilind.

About TEWA Sensors

TEWA Sensors LLC is a leading NTC thermistor and temperature probe manufacturer located in Lublin, Poland and serving the worldwide market. For more than 40 years, TEWA Sensors LLC has been serving customer needs and supplying temperature sensing solutions to a broad spectrum of user markets.

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