News Highlights
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The Secret History of the First Smartphone
Local Santa Cruzian Ed Colligan was instrumental in the evolution of smartphones. What is his vision for the future of smartphones?
Paystand Adds Bitcoin and Ether on its Balance Sheet
As a company that has been based on a blockchain infrastructure since its founding in 2013, Paystand has a unique lens into what’s going on in blockchain and crypto.
Santa Cruz Works launches Online Accelerator platform powered by OneValley Passport
Santa Cruz Works has relaunched its successful accelerator Santa Cruz Accelerates as a virtual program in partnership with OneValley, a global entrepreneurship platform headquartered in Silicon Valley that supports entrepreneurs, accelerates startups, and empowers organizations across the world that foster innovation communities.
Techstars Startup Weekend Coming to Monterey Bay from January 28-30, 2022
Do you have an idea for a new business? Come to #StartupWeekend and get hands-on experience with the steps to starting a business, learn how to refine your idea, and watch your dream come true, and meet coaches who will help you move your business idea forward.
TIBCO IoT and Sustainability Hackathon Aims to Tackle Environmental Challenges
TIBCO, computer software company with roots in Palo Alto and across the globe launch IoT and sustainability hackathon.
Climatize co-founder wins 1st place at McKinsey & Company Energy Insights Contest
Climatize co-founder wins 1st place at the Energy Insights by McKinsey Challenge!
HubSpot Invests $7.5 Million in Support of Minority Depository Institutions
HubSpot Invests $7.5 Million in Support of Minority Depository Institutions to Foster Economic Opportunities for Black Businesses, Families, and Communities
NEST Flight Conference 2022
NEST Flight is a youth career development conference crafted to help students and young professionals like you propel their careers, no matter where you are in your job exploration!
New Santa Cruz Accelerator: Click2Bricks
11-week course offers a comprehensive approach to digital commerce.
SCA #31: The Apptopus
The Apptopus solves many of the struggles that small and medium sized restaurant owners face with the rise of online ordering and delivery.
The Next Media Mogul is Santa Cruzian Michael Sikand
Santa Cruzian Michael Sikand saw viewership grow from several thousand to more than 200M in just a few months. His secret? Knowing his audience, and how they consume news and education.
Cabrillo College IT Institute Looking for employers to offer internships
The Cabrillo College IT Institute begins January 24, 2021 and is looking for employers who can offer internships.
Joby Aviation Announces Paul Rinaldi as Latest Member of Advisory Board
Joby Aviation announced the appointment of Paul Rinaldi, former President of the National Air Traffic Controllers’ Association (NATCA), to its Advisory Board.
Hands On: Flying the Joby Simulator
AIN editor-in-chief Matt Thurber tries out the fly-by-wire flight controls in Joby's eVTOL simulator.
Portrait of a Titan: Philippe Kahn
Philippe Kahn is the first to selected as a Titan of Tech 2021. His engineering and job contributions to the world and to Santa Cruz has earned him the title of Titan of Tech.
This Tool Is a Wildfire's Worst Enemy
Wildfires are unfortunately here to stay, but this tool is blazing the trail to stop wildfires in their tracks.
Act Fast: CruzHacks 2022 Applications Now Open
Open for applications; $1,000 cash prize for Top High School Team. Deadline to apply is December 15th at 11:59 PM PST. This event is entirely virtual.
Recap of Startup Rumble New Tech
Did you miss the Startup Rumble? No worries, we’ve got a recap and recording for you!
Why Joby Aviation Joined the Urban Computing Foundation
Joby - We want to save a billion people an hour a day by making travel faster and easier while reducing the impact of human mobility on the environment.
Good News for Hubspot Subscribers New and Renewing
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