James Cutchin
Staff Reporter
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Recent Stories
City National Names New President
Richard Raffetto will replace Christopher Warmuth as City National Bank's president.
Elementary Robotics Raises $13 Million
Startup also rolls out device for inspection, traceability
Elementary Robotics Inc., a downtown-based robotics startup, has raised $12.7 million in Series A funding.
LA Hits Reset on Cannabis Licensing Program
City Council prioritizes social equity, launches lottery
The city of Los Angeles has passed sweeping changes to its cannabis regulatory regime, with big implications for the industry in the one of the world’s largest legal markets.
Platinum Equity Buys Deluxe’s Distribution Business
Platinum Equity has purchased Deluxe Entertainment Services' distribution business.
J2 Denounces Short-Seller Report
Internet services firm J2 Global Inc. has hit back at a short seller report that drove its stock down 9%.
Ares Raises $3.5 Billion for Distressed Investing
Private equity fund will pursue opportunities during Covid-19 downturn
Century City-based asset manager Ares Management Corp. has closed a $3.5 billion private equity fund.
Pipe Technologies Raises $60 Million
Company will use funds for SaaS platform
Hollywood-based Pipe Technologies Inc. has raised $60 million in an extension of its February seed round.
Clearlake Capital Acquires $6 Billion Asset Manager
Clearlake Capital Group has acquired a majority stake in WhiteStar Asset Management.
Furniture Startup Raises $4 Million
Outer attracts investment from Mucker, Wavemaker
Santa Monica-based outdoor furniture startup Outer Inc. has raised $4.3 million in seed funding. The investment round was led by Santa Monica-headquartered Mucker Capital, with participation from a range of other venture investors including Santa Monica-based Wavemaker Partners.
Open Raven Raises $15 Million Series A
Kleiner Perkins, Upfront back data security startup
Data security startup Open Raven Inc. has raised $15 million in Series A funding. The round was led by storied Menlo Park venture firm Kleiner Perkins with participation from existing backer Santa Monica-based Upfront Ventures.
