Patents by Inventor Sheldon H. Foss, Jr.

Sheldon H. Foss, Jr. has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Patent number: 9553888
    Abstract: Systems and methods for gathering, classifying, and evaluating real time security intelligence data concerning security threats presented by an IP address, and reporting in real time the degree and character of such security threats.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 1, 2015
    Date of Patent: January 24, 2017
    Assignee: NORSE NETWORKS, INC.
    Inventors: Tommy Stiansen, Samuel M. Glines, Sheldon H. Foss, Jr.
  • Publication number: 20150373044
    Abstract: Systems and methods for gathering, classifying, and evaluating real time security intelligence data concerning security threats presented by an IP address, and reporting in real time the degree and character of such security threats.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 1, 2015
    Publication date: December 24, 2015
    Inventors: Tommy Stiansen, Samuel M. Glines, Sheldon H. Foss, JR.
  • Patent number: 9160764
    Abstract: Systems and methods for gathering, classifying, and evaluating real time security intelligence data concerning security threats presented by an IP address, and reporting in real time the degree and character of such security threats.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 25, 2014
    Date of Patent: October 13, 2015
    Assignee: NORSE CORPORATION
    Inventors: Tommy Stiansen, Samuel M. Glines, Sheldon H. Foss, Jr.
  • Publication number: 20140366132
    Abstract: Systems and methods for gathering, classifying, and evaluating real time security intelligence data concerning security threats presented by an IP address, and reporting in real time the degree and character of such security threats.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 25, 2014
    Publication date: December 11, 2014
    Applicant: Norse Corporation
    Inventors: Tommy Stiansen, Samuel M. Glines, Sheldon H. Foss, JR.
  • Patent number: 8726379
    Abstract: Systems and methods for gathering, classifying, and evaluating real time security intelligence data concerning security threats presented by an IP address, and reporting in real time the degree and character of such security threats.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 16, 2012
    Date of Patent: May 13, 2014
    Assignee: Norse Corporation
    Inventors: Tommy Stiansen, Samuel M. Glines, Sheldon H. Foss, Jr.
  • Publication number: 20140122264
    Abstract: Systems and methods for automating the real-time recording of accounting transactions in accounting software using remote computing devices implementing support for payment card readers and processing vendors not supported by the accounting software.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 14, 2013
    Publication date: May 1, 2014
    Inventors: Brent Gebhart, Samuel M. Glines, Sheldon H. Foss, JR.
  • Patent number: 8626642
    Abstract: The invention is directed towards dynamically managing a financial account based on risk modules, aggregated data, and individual behavior, wherein the risk modules are calculated using current and real-time data used in conjunction with prospective as well as current customer data. The risk of loss associated with operating financial accounts is reduced because the parameters under which the financial accounts operate is adjusted based on the aggregated data and the analysis provided from the risk models. This allows additional customers to be obtained but optimizes the risk of loss for the financial institution.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 22, 2003
    Date of Patent: January 7, 2014
    Assignee: Compucredit Intellectual Property Holdings Corp. III
    Inventors: Sheldon H. Foss, Jr., Dennis H. James, Jr.
  • Patent number: 8074876
    Abstract: Customer enrollment in a stored value card program is provided. One embodiment is a method for enrolling a customer in a stored value card program. One such method comprises: generating a list of unaffiliated stored value card programs; and when enrolling a new customer in a new stored value card program at a device, determining whether the new customer has a stored value account with one of the unaffiliated stored value card programs.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 22, 2008
    Date of Patent: December 13, 2011
    Inventors: Sheldon H. Foss, Jr., Dwight Harris, Krishnamoorthy Srinvasan
  • Patent number: 7676415
    Abstract: Various embodiments of systems, methods, computer programs, merchant terminals, etc. for providing an on-us cash withdrawal service at a point-of-sale are provided. One embodiment comprises a method for providing a cash withdrawal service at a point-of-sale.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 6, 2007
    Date of Patent: March 9, 2010
    Assignee: Compucredit Intellectual Property Holdings Corp. II
    Inventors: Sheldon H. Foss, Jr., Dwight Harris, Krishnamoorthy Srinvasan
  • Patent number: 7676395
    Abstract: Various embodiments of systems, methods, computer programs, merchant terminals, etc. for providing an on-us cash withdrawal service at a point-of-sale are provided. One embodiment comprises a method for providing a cash withdrawal service at a point-of-sale.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 27, 2005
    Date of Patent: March 9, 2010
    Assignee: Compucredit Intellectual Property Holdings Corp. II
    Inventors: Sheldon H. Foss, Jr., Dwight Harris, Krishnamoorthy Srinvasan
  • Publication number: 20090094124
    Abstract: The present invention provides the ability to solicit and obtain updated information about a customer or person. The present invention can be incorporated into a service provision system and thus, request updated information from a customer attempting to access the service. In operation, when the customer requests a service, the customer either provides or is requested to provide sufficient information to identify the customer. The system then extracts a customer profile based on the identity of the customer. Portions or all of the customer profile is then presented to the customer to verify for correctness. If the information is incorrect, the customer can provide updated information immediately to the system. The system can force the customer to either update the information or affirmatively indicate the information is correct before providing the service.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 18, 2008
    Publication date: April 9, 2009
    Inventor: SHELDON H. FOSS, JR.
  • Patent number: 7469224
    Abstract: The present invention provides the ability to solicit and obtain updated information about a customer or person. The present invention can be incorporated into a service provision system and thus, request updated information from a customer attempting to access the service. In operation, when the customer requests a service, the customer either provides or is requested to provide sufficient information to identify the customer. The system then extracts a customer profile based on the identity of the customer. Portions or all of the customer profile is then presented to the customer to verify for correctness. If the information is incorrect, the customer can provide updated information immediately to the system. The system can force the customer to either update the information or affirmatively indicate the information is correct before providing the service.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 30, 2004
    Date of Patent: December 23, 2008
    Assignee: Compucredit Intellectual Property Holdings Corp. III
    Inventor: Sheldon H. Foss, Jr.
  • Patent number: 7387238
    Abstract: Customer enrollment in a stored value card program is provided. One embodiment is a method for enrolling a customer in a stored value card program. One such method comprises: generating a list of unaffiliated stored value card programs; and when enrolling a new customer in a new stored value card program at a device, determining whether the new customer has a stored value account with one of the unaffiliated stored value card programs.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 27, 2005
    Date of Patent: June 17, 2008
    Inventors: Sheldon H. Foss, Jr., Dwight Harris, Krishnamoorthy Srinvasan
  • Patent number: 7325725
    Abstract: Systems, methods, computer programs, merchant terminals, etc. for transferring finds between stored value card accounts are provided. One embodiment comprises a method for loading a stored value card. One such method comprises: identifying a first stored value card account associated with a first customer; receiving a selection from the first customer of a second stored value card account associated with a second customer and a load amount for transferring to the second stored value card account; and initiating a funds transfer of the load amount from the first stored value card account to the second stored value card account.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 3, 2005
    Date of Patent: February 5, 2008
    Assignee: Purpose Intellectual Property Management II, Inc.
    Inventor: Sheldon H. Foss, Jr.
  • Patent number: 7204412
    Abstract: A family stored value card program is provided. One embodiment is a method for implementing a stored value card program. One such method comprises: identifying an existing stored value card account; and enabling a first customer associated with the existing stored value card account to establish a new stored value card account associated with a second customer, the new stored value card account linked to the first stored value card account.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 27, 2004
    Date of Patent: April 17, 2007
    Assignee: CompuCredit Intellectual Property Holdings Corp. III
    Inventor: Sheldon H. Foss, Jr.