Abstract: A game apparatus including a plurality of first and second player game pieces, each having a first portion that is a chess piece, such that the plurality of first and second player game pieces include all the pieces for a first and second player, respectively for a game of chess. Each of the plurality of first and second player game pieces has a second portion fixed to a corresponding first portion. Each second portion has a recess so that a cube can be inserted into the recess so the cube cannot be seen from a front of the second portion. The game apparatus may further include a base; a grid; and a first and/or second plurality of insert pieces. The grid and the base form a chessboard pattern of a plurality of grid spaces. Each of the insert pieces fits within a space of the plurality of grid spaces.

Abstract: A game apparatus including a plurality of first and second player game pieces, each having a first portion that is a chess piece, such that the plurality of first and second player game pieces include all the pieces for a first and second player, respectively for a game of chess. Each of the plurality of first and second player game pieces has a second portion fixed to a corresponding first portion. Each second portion has a recess so that a cube can be inserted into the recess so the cube cannot be seen from a front of the second portion. The game apparatus may further include a base; a grid; and a first and/or second plurality of insert pieces. The grid and the base form a chessboard pattern of a plurality of grid spaces. Each of the insert pieces fits within a space of the plurality of grid spaces.

Abstract: A game apparatus including a plurality of first and second player game pieces, each having a first portion that is a chess piece, such that the plurality of first and second player game pieces include all the pieces for a first and second player, respectively for a game of chess. Each of the plurality of first and second player game pieces has a second portion fixed to a corresponding first portion. Each second portion has a recess so that a cube can be inserted into the recess so the cube cannot be seen from a front of the second portion. The game apparatus may further include a base; a grid; and a first and/or second plurality of insert pieces. The grid and the base form a chessboard pattern of a plurality of grid spaces. Each of the insert pieces fits within a space of the plurality of grid spaces.

Abstract: A game apparatus including a plurality of first and second player game pieces, each having a first portion that is a chess piece, such that the plurality of first and second player game pieces include all the pieces for a first and second player, respectively for a game of chess. Each of the plurality of first and second player game pieces has a second portion fixed to a corresponding first portion. Each second portion has a recess so that a cube can be inserted into the recess so the cube cannot be seen from a front of the second portion. The game apparatus may further include a base; a grid; and a first and/or second plurality of insert pieces. The grid and the base form a chessboard pattern of a plurality of grid spaces. Each of the insert pieces fits within a space of the plurality of grid spaces.

Abstract: A system and method for implementing an online service for accelerating an online transaction includes implementing an intelligent subscriber interface; automatically creating API calls based on the plurality of distinct portions of data inputs; composing corpora of subscriber data based on a return of subscriber data by each respective API; implementing a machine learning-based classifier that: infers a first classification label for a first subset of data; and infers a second classification label for a second subset of data; computing a transaction success score that indicates a likelihood of successfully completing a prospective transaction between the subscriber and prospective transacting parties; and presenting one or more distinct product routes based on the transaction success score; creating, via a distributed ledger system, a distributed ledger record of details of the prospective transaction and cryptographic token based on a mutual engagement of the subscriber and a prospective transacting party.

Abstract: Methods, systems, and storage media are provided for accessibility services to assist users with disabilities in using touch-based interfaces and graphical user interfaces (GUIs). A client system generates and renders a GUI of a client application that comprises one or more graphical objects. The client system operates a service to identify graphical objects that refer or link to advertisements or other third party resources. The service applies a protective measure to the identified graphical objects, which prevent user inputs (e.g., “taps”) from being accepted by the client system. The protective measure may include a distinguishing effect to visually distinguish the protective measure from other graphical objects in the GUI. The user may remove the protective measure by performing a predefined gesture. Other embodiments may be described and/or claimed.

Abstract: A system and method for implementing an online service for accelerating an online transaction includes implementing an intelligent subscriber interface; automatically creating API calls based on the plurality of distinct portions of data inputs; composing corpora of subscriber data based on a return of subscriber data by each respective API; implementing a machine learning-based classifier that: infers a first classification label for a first subset of data; and infers a second classification label for a second subset of data; computing a transaction success score that indicates a likelihood of successfully completing a prospective transaction between the subscriber and prospective transacting parties; and presenting one or more distinct product routes based on the transaction success score; creating, via a distributed ledger system, a distributed ledger record of details of the prospective transaction and cryptographic token based on a mutual engagement of the subscriber and a prospective transacting party.

Abstract: A system for playing a picture messaging game includes a game sewer, one or more computing devices, a storage medium, and at least one processor for executing instructions to create and run the picture messaging game. The game includes capturing, modifying, and labelling a captured image via user input, and transmitting a game request or picture puzzle with the modified image to a participating user who attempts to solve the game or picture puzzle under timed conditions or other constraints. The system also allows a user to create a picture puzzle for security purposes, and to use the picture puzzle as a key for entry into one or more of the user's devices, accounts, or websites, or as a form of Captcha for differentiating computers from human users attempting to access a website or website content.

Abstract: Methods, systems, and storage media are provided for accessibility services to assist users with disabilities in using touch-based interfaces and graphical user interfaces (GUIs). A client system generates and renders a GUI of a client application that comprises one or more graphical objects. The client system operates a service to identify graphical objects that refer or link to advertisements or other third party resources. The service applies a protective measure to the identified graphical objects, which prevent user inputs (e.g., “taps”) from being accepted by the client system. The protective measure may include a distinguishing effect to visually distinguish the protective measure from other graphical objects in the GUI. The user may remove the protective measure by performing a predefined gesture. Other embodiments may be described and/or claimed.

Abstract: A highly-sulfated modified fucan comprising a therapeutically effective, medically acceptable fucan in a composition comprising a sulfate to fucose molar ratio of greater than or equal to about 1.2, 1.81 or 1.9 and/or a sulfate to fucose plus galactose molar ratio of greater than or equal to about 1.1, 1.2 or 1.3.

Abstract: The present invention generally provides a portable beverage container holder device for allowing users to easily transport and use beverage containers of varying sizes and shapes, such as cans, bottles, or cups. In most embodiments, these could allow the user to carry multiple beverages at one time easily. It is ideal for servers at restaurants and bars and for home parties. It may also aid in the elderly or handicapped in being more able to carry beverages, food cans, bottles, and jars.

Abstract: A universal conduit assembly for a welding torch is provided that includes a conduit liner defining a proximal end portion and a distal end portion, a conduit tip secured to the proximal end portion of the conduit liner, and an interchangeable conduit stop removably secured to the conduit tip. The interchangeable conduit stop is adapted for connection to a specific OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) power connector.

Abstract: The present application relates to an insulation pack in a wearable article, such as a footwear article. In one example embodiment, the insulation pack includes a perforated air retention and communication layer, an insulating compressible layer, and a reflective layer. In a compressed state, when the wearable article is worn by a wearer, the perforated air retention and communication layer and the insulating compressible layer maintain a lofted air space which is in air communication with an inner body space of the wearable article and acts as an insulating layer. Further, the reflective layer reflects radiated body heat. Thus, the insulation pack may provide a heat retention and insulation system for the wearable article by reducing body heat lost via radiation and conduction.

Abstract: A boot for sealing out environmental elements is disclosed. In one example, the boot includes a drawstring seal between the boot and a leg of wearer. The boot can limit the intrusion of environmental elements to the interior of the boot at least during some conditions.

Abstract: A universal conduit assembly for a welding torch is provided that includes a conduit liner defining a proximal end portion and a distal end portion, a conduit tip secured to the proximal end portion of the conduit liner, and an interchangeable conduit stop removably secured to the conduit tip. The interchangeable conduit stop is adapted for connection to a specific OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) power connector.

Abstract: The present application relates to an insulation pack in a wearable article, such as a footwear article. In one example embodiment, the insulation pack includes a perforated air retention and communication layer, an insulating compressible layer, and a reflective layer. In a compressed state, when the wearable article is worn by a wearer, the perforated air retention and communication layer and the insulating compressible layer maintain a lofted air space which is in air communication with an inner body space of the wearable article and acts as an insulating layer. Further, the reflective layer reflects radiated body heat. Thus, the insulation pack may provide a heat retention and insulation system for the wearable article by reducing body heat lost via radiation and conduction.

Abstract: A boot for sealing out environmental elements is disclosed. In one example, the boot includes a drawstring seal between the boot and a leg of wearer. The boot can limit the intrusion of environmental elements to the interior of the boot at least during some conditions.

Abstract: A camera includes a satellite positioning system. The camera comprises a camera lens (32) having a focal axis (36), a satellite receiver for receiving data samples of satellite broadcast and a satellite system antenna (38). The satellite system antenna (38) has a gain in the direction of the lens axis which is greater than the gain in all directions perpendicular to the lens axis.