Articles about Software

A digital lighthouse shines a beacon of light across a sea of binary code.

Press Release 4 Min Read

Introducing Light House: Quandary Peak’s AI Assessment Tool

May 28, 2025 Written by Mahdi Eslamimehr

Discover Light House, Quandary Peak’s AI tool for faster, deeper technical due diligence in M&A—benchmark code, teams, and risk in hours, not weeks.

Computer scientists reviewing a technical report and analysis and noticing major open source software licensing issues.

Analysis 6 Min Read

Uncovering Risks of Open Source Software: A Technical Approach to M&A Due Diligence

September 8, 2023 Written by Tuyana Molokhoeva, William Luk

Technical due diligence plays a critical role in assessing and mitigating OSS related risks in M&A transactions, providing companies with a comprehensive understanding to make informed decisions and to manage those risks.

Quandary Peak announces partnership with CAST

Press Release 2 Min Read

Quandary Peak Research Partners with CAST

February 24, 2023 Written by Quandary Peak Research

We’re excited to announce a new partnership with CAST, combining deep software analysis and technical evaluation expertise to offer comprehensive software solutions and services.

Woman Using Lipstick Color Makeup Simulation App On Digital Tablet, Browsing Beauty Application With Augmented Reality Option Online, Creative Collage

Biometric Data 4 Min Read

Are Photos Like Fingerprints? BIPA and Biometric Privacy Laws

February 22, 2023 Written by Kim Wallace, Jason Frankovitz, Isaac Pflaum

Illinois’ BIPA is a model for upcoming biometric legislation; we expect 20% of states will have biometric privacy laws by 2024.

Software experts meeting in research laboratory: woman leads presentation using digital whiteboard while colleagues listening

Technical Due Diligence 9 Min Read

Identifying CyberSecurity Risk as Part of Technical Due Diligence

December 12, 2022 Written by Gordon MacKay, Anna Mathias, Mahdi Eslamimehr

We use SAST tools during our tech due diligence engagements to provide independent analysis of security risk and to help provide recommendations.

Technical Due Diligence 3 Min Read

Technical Due Diligence Checklist for Software Transactions

September 12, 2022 Written by Mahdi Eslamimehr

A comprehensive technical due diligence checklist for software transactions, covering code quality, scalability, IP, and security evaluations.

Artificial Intelligence 21 Min Read

Causes and Effects of Bias in Computer-Aided Decision Making

January 7, 2022 Written by Quandary Peak Research

Recent advances and increased application of computer-aided decision making, including artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML), have caught the attention of consumer protection organizations and regulatory agencies.

Technical Due Diligence 3 Min Read

Remember Those Old Linksys Routers? They’re a Case Study for the Importance of Technical Due Diligence

April 27, 2021 Written by Quandary Peak Research

The Linksys WRT54G “incident” offers a prime example of why technical due diligence matters in M&A transactions and startup investments.

Meet Some of Our Experts

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Devan Holley

Software Consultant Austin

Devan Holley specializes in expert analysis for patent infringement and trade secret cases. She has a CS degree and expertise in programming, cybersecurity, digital forensics, and more. She has contributed to high-profile litigation involving complex technical issues in electronics and digital technologies, including cases before the USITC and various U.S. District Courts.

LitigationLitigationSource Code Analyst

Patent ServicesPatent SpecialtiesIP Consultant

Gordon MacKay

Principal Software Consultant Austin

Gordon MacKay is a software and systems expert and technical executive with experience in telecom, network security, and SaaS/Cloud platforms. Gordon has led teams in architecting, developing, and deploying a multi‑tenant SaaS-based vulnerability management platform and scanning solution which is being used worldwide by fortune 500 organizations as part of their ongoing cyber defense programs.

LitigationLitigationConsulting Expert

Health ITFocus AreaCloud & App Security

Due DiligenceArea of ExpertiseCybersecurity Analysis

Anna Mathias | Project Manager, Health IT and Litigation

Anna Mathias PMP

Director of Project Management Nashville

Anna Mathias is a certified Project Manager with a focus in organizing, supporting, and contributing to work products related to Electronic Health Record (EHR) software quality, regulatory, and patient safety assessments. She is a strong leader and team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

LitigationLitigationExpert Witness Support

Health ITFocus AreaSafety & Quality Assessments

Patrick Dalisay

Senior Consultant Austin

Patrick Dalisay specializes in litigation consulting, leveraging expertise in source code analysis, software architecture, and technical due diligence. He has played a key role in complex IP disputes across diverse technologies, including virtual machines, networking, and encryption. His precision and technical depth make him a trusted expert in high-stakes legal matters.

LitigationLitigationSource Code Analyst

Due DiligenceArea of ExpertiseDigital Media & Code Review

Isaac Pflaum

Senior Director of Software Litigation Chicago

Isaac Pflaum is an IT litigation consultant and expert witness specializing in software source code review, patent, and copyright issues. Experienced in a wide range of technologies, he is also an attorney and registered patent agent with a background in financial services and software development.

LitigationLitigationSenior Testifying Expert

Health ITFocus AreaGovernment Contracts & Health Exchanges

Sigurd Meldal | Senior Computer Scientist

Sigurd Meldal Dr.Sc.

Professor Emeritus, San Jose State Bay Area

Dr. Meldal has testified in federal court and been deposed multiple times as an expert in computer science and software engineering. He has provided technical opinions regarding mobile devices, networks, wireless telephony, databases, service-oriented architectures, web systems, and geospatial positioning.

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