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Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (Parenthetical) $ in Thousands | Jun. 20, 2017 USD ($)
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Convertible Preferred Stock [Member] | Thesys Group, Inc [Member] | Series Y Preferred Stock [Member] |
Fair value of preferred stock | $ 6,909

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