Abstract: A system for recording and constructing a semiotic wagering/agreement is provided. The system comprises a communication interface (106) including: (i) a chat module (114) enabling chat messaging between at least a first and second user; (ii) a drafting module (107) monitoring chat messages, detecting keywords for agreement terms, and drafting terms based on these keywords; (iii) a referee designation module (108) suggesting draft terms for agreement if parties disagree; (iv) a transaction processing module (109) facilitating transactions based on agreement terms; (v) an escrow account module (110) holding funds until the wager's outcome is determined; and (vi) a payment gateway module (111) processing transactions and transferring funds. The system allows users to wager on various subjects by incorporating odds into contracts. Users communicate via devices connected to a server (101) with a processor (102), memory (103), and data storage (104), optionally including a business logic system.

Abstract: Devices and methods for audio signal transmission from HDMI to USB-C in accordance with embodiments of the invention are illustrated. One embodiment includes a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) to Universal Serial Bus Type C (USB-C) audio transmission cable, including, an HDMI connector, a USB-C connector, and a processing component, where the processing component is communicatively coupled to the HDMI connector and the USB-C connector, the processing component including a pattern generator, and an HDMI to USB-C signal converter, where the processing component is configured to: transmit a video pattern generated by the pattern generator via the HDMI connector, receive an HDMI audio signal via the HDMI connector over an Audio Return Channel (ARC) in response to the transmission of the video pattern, convert the HDMI audio signal into a USB-C audio signal using the HDMI to USB-C signal converter, and transmit the USB-C audio signal using the USB-C connector.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to compositions and methods for inhibiting the growth of, decreasing the amount of, and abolishing the growth of mutans streptococci.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to compositions and methods for inhibiting the growth of, decreasing the amount of, and abolishing the growth of mutans streptococci.