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Zero Motorcycles ‘Supercharges’ Go Electric Incentive Program
To offset the lack of federal tax incentives for two-wheeled EVs, Zero is broadening the incentives to Go Electric by introducing new savings and a 0% financing offer.
AI News: ChatGPT just broke the speed record
The next great tech story is currently being written. ChatGPT broke the record for fastest-growing platform. Think orders of magnitude.
Why Accelerator Programs Can Be the Difference Between Success and Failure
Learn about some of the reasons why startups fail or succeed and how accelerator programs can help.
Joby Aviation Adds $55M to Department of Defense Contract
Joby’s Contract with U.S. Air Force Now Valued at up to $131 Million, Following $55 Million Extension that Includes Provision of up to Nine Joby Aircraft
How to Pick a Career
In "How to Pick a Career (That Actually Fits You)," Tim Urban explores the process of choosing a career that aligns with your values, interests, and skills.
Ambient Opens Factory in Scotts Valley, CA
April 21, 2023, marked an exciting day for Ambient Photonics as they opened their brand new factory Fab 1, located in Scotts Valley, California.
AI News: The Future of Work
In an opinion piece in The New York Times, the author discusses the potential for AI to create new jobs and transform the nature of work. The article argues that while it is true that AI will automate many jobs, it will also create new ones
AI News: ChatGPT Gets Superpowers
ChatGPT can generate human-like text while Wolfram Alpha can use its knowledge to provide precise, symbolic computational language. This allows the user to ask questions in natural language and get accurate answers based on real data.
Cruz Foam Achieves Major Milestone
Santa Cruz-based Cruz Foam proudly announced today a peer-reviewed cradle-to-grave life cycle assessment was conducted to evaluate their product’s environmental impact.
Joby Aviation to Report First Quarter 2023 Financial Results
Joby Aviation today announced that it expects to release its first quarter 2023 financial results after market close on Wednesday, May 3, 2023, and to host a webcast at 5:00 pm ET the same day.
Santa Cruz County Bank Reports Earnings For Q1
Santa Cruz County Bank, with assets of $1.73 billion, is a top-rated community bank headquartered in Santa Cruz County. Today, the Bank announced unaudited earnings for the first quarter ended March 31, 2023.
Climatize Founders Selected As Forbes 30 Under 30 Honorees
Founders of Climatize, Alba Forns and Will Wiseman were selected as Forbes 30 Under 30 Honorees.
AI News: What is ChatGPT’s future in higher education?
CITRIS experts weigh in on the ways the spring’s hottest machine-learning interface has the potential to transform education.
Let's Green CA with EV Charging SB 823
Lets Green CA informed Californians that SB 832 will come before Senate Energy, Utilities, and Communications Committee on April 24. Add your company to endorsements.
Storm-Impacted Property Owners Could Use Your Help
With the winter storms, many homeowners are still struggling to recover from the damage. Enter Liz Kroft and her team at Sol Property Advisors
Cloud Brigade Presents: Generative AI MeetUp
Join Cloud Brigade for an evening of discussion around Generative AI on Tuesday April 24th. Art Chan will present on the topic of Generative AI technology, including industry trends, new tools, and best practices for implementation.
Netflix Launched 25 Years Ago Today
Exactly 25 years ago today - on April 14th, 1998, at 8 am in the morning, Eric Meyer leaned forward, tapped a few keys on his laptop, and launched Netflix to the world.
2022 Chamber Business of the Year: Joby Aviation
JoeBen Bevrit, the founder and Chief Executive Officer of Joby Aviation, has led the team since its inception, more than a decade ago.
UCSC Tech4Good Luncheon
The Tech4Good Lab at UC Santa Cruz is organizing its first annual Tech4Good community luncheon on April 29th from 11:30-1pm.
Santa Cruz Launchpad Is Back!
The largest job fair in Santa Cruz County is back! Plus, $50,000 in cash prizes for the student business plan pitch competition.