
Aster Data Systems
Founded Year
2005Stage
Acquired | AcquiredTotal Raised
$52MValuation
$0000About Aster Data Systems
Aster Data Systems aims to provide a data analytics and management platform for Big Data' applications and per the company was the first DBMS to tightly integrate SQL with MapReduce - providing rich insights on data managed on clusters of inexpensive commodity hardware. The Aster nCluster database cost-effectively powers rich analytic applications for companies such as Coremetrics, MySpace, aCerno (an Akamai company), and ShareThis. Running on low-cost off-the-shelf hardware, and providing 'hands-free' administration, Aster enables enterprises to meet their data warehousing and analytics needs within their budget. Aster is headquartered in San Carlos, California.
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Aster Data Systems Patents
Aster Data Systems has filed 1 patent.

Application Date | Grant Date | Title | Related Topics | Status |
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9/8/2010 | 6/21/2011 | Parallel computing, Concurrency control, Distributed computing architecture, Transaction processing, Data management | Grant |
Application Date | 9/8/2010 |
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Grant Date | 6/21/2011 |
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Related Topics | Parallel computing, Concurrency control, Distributed computing architecture, Transaction processing, Data management |
Status | Grant |
Latest Aster Data Systems News
Mar 7, 2011
—San Diego’s Bump.com is headed to Austin, TX, at the end of the week for the SXSW (South by Southwest) Interactive Festival, where the startup plans to officially launch the Bump social network. Founding CEO Mitch Thrower told me he started Bump.com with a vision of creating a communications platform that can send voice, text, and e-mail messages to motorists in the Bump network —by simply scanning an image of their license plates. —EcoATM, the San Diego startup developing an automated kiosk for recycling electronic device, was one of six startups that received “Demo-god” awards at last week’s Demo Spring 2011 conference in Palm Desert. EcoATM is ready to launch production of its “eCycling Station,” which uses advanced machine vision technology to identify and value devices and includes an ATM-like cash dispenser for immediate payment of recycled devices. —San Diego’s EDSA, which specializes in software analytics for complex electrical power systems, changed its name to Power Analytics Corp. —Mad Catz Interactive (AMEX: MCZ ), a San Diego maker of video game accessories and related equipment, acquired flight simulation software and related assets from privately owned V Max Simulation . The deal was valued at a total of $638,000 in cash and shares of Mad Catz stock, not including incentive payments to V Max president David Kinney. —Rockstar San Diego, the Carlsbad, CA-based subsidiary of Rockstar Games, won the Game of the Year award at the Game Developer’s Choice Awards for “Red Dead Redemption,” about a one-time Wild West outlaw who is forced to return to his outlaw life. Nearly 300 games released in 2010 were nominated for the award. Bruce V. Bigelow is the editor of Xconomy San Diego. You can e-mail him at bbigelow@xconomy.com or call (619) 669-8788 Follow @bvbigelow
Aster Data Systems Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When was Aster Data Systems founded?
Aster Data Systems was founded in 2005.
Where is Aster Data Systems's headquarters?
Aster Data Systems's headquarters is located at 3000 Bridge Parkway, Redwood City.
What is Aster Data Systems's latest funding round?
Aster Data Systems's latest funding round is Acquired.
How much did Aster Data Systems raise?
Aster Data Systems raised a total of $52M.
Who are the investors of Aster Data Systems?
Investors of Aster Data Systems include Teradata, Sequoia Capital, Cambrian Ventures, Institutional Venture Partners, Icon Ventures and 4 more.
Who are Aster Data Systems's competitors?
Competitors of Aster Data Systems include Cloudera and 1 more.
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