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What "Oppenheimer" Misses
If you've had the good fortune to watch the film "Oppenheimer", it might intrigue you to learn that a top expert on Oppenheimer, Gregg Herken, resides right in Santa Cruz. Read his commentary.
Capstan Medical Raises $31.4 Million for Minimally Invasive Heart Valve Disease Treatment
Santa Cruz's Capstan Medical has successfully secured an oversubscribed $31.4 million Series B investment. And they are hiring.
Climatize Surpasses Million-Dollar Milestone in Swift Ascent to Renewable Energy Funding
Climatize hits a mega milestone: one million dollars towards renewable energy!
Hydrogen-powered Aircraft Ready for Takeoff
We know that Joby Aviation acquired German hydrogen-electric propulsion pioneer H2Fly back in 2021. But whatever they are working on has been the best kept secret of our hydrogen universe. But not every pioneer is keeping their lips sealed.
UCSC News: From Survivor to Scientist
Surviving pediatric brain cancer, 15-year-old Robert McCabe collaborates with his researcher sister, Molly, on genomic advancements at UC Santa Cruz's Treehouse Initiative, inspired by their family's profound cancer journey.
Santa Cruz County Bank Announces New Chief Credit Officer
Santa Cruz County Bank has a new Executive Vice President and Chief Credit Officer. Keep reading to learn more about him.
Share Your Thoughts on Local Hazard Mitigation + Climate Adaptation
Are you a resident or worker in the city of Santa Cruz concerned about local hazards and how to best prepare for the next natural disaster? The city wants to hear from you!
6 National Marine Sanctuaries to Receive $50m Investment in Community Facilities
Inflation Reduction Act is granting $50m towards infrastructure improvements for facilities at six national marine sanctuaries across the country.
Joby Aviation Reports Second Quarter 2023 Results
We’ve heard lots about Joby Aviation this quarter. Here’s a summary of what happened in Q2.
Santa Cruz County Business and Nonprofit Survey
The County of Santa Cruz broadband team is reaching out to the business community to extend an invitation to actively contribute to the development of a Broadband Master Plan
Can AI Save the World?
In a recent article on a16z.com, Marc Andreessen argues that artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to save the world. He points to the many ways that AI is already being used to improve our lives, from making medical diagnoses to driving cars.
Pyka Leads the Way for Unmanned Aviation with FAA Approval
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has granted approval to Oakland-based Pyka, an electric aircraft producer, for the commercial operation of its unmanned crop sprayer aircraft, the Pelican Spray, in the United States
Climatize Turns Up the Heat on Climate Action
Climatize sees support for it’s solar investments projects, awarded grant money, and featured on several podcasts, including one with Molly Woods.
RoboticsCats Gets Rectilinear
AI-powered wildfire detection system by RoboticsCats has a new rectilinear camera to increase visibility and accuracy.
What Does ChatGPT Mean for Your Business
In a recent Forbes blog post, Bernard Marr explains why ChatGPT is a transformative tool due to its versatility in applications ranging from content creation to customer service, making it a cost-effective solution for many businesses.
Engineering Faculty Take on $4.6m Innovative Climate Resilience Projects
From building more efficient greenhouses to improving wildfire management, Baskin Engineering professors are leading three major projects to address climate crisis issues with funding from UCSC’s newly launched Center for Coastal Climate Resilience.
Onewheel Race For The Rail To Re-Air Nationally On ESPN 2
Future Motion, makers of Onewheel, is thrilled to announce Onewheel's premier racing event, the Race for the Rail, returns to the national spotlight on ESPN 2.
Skyrocketing Careers: Swapping the Big Dipper for Andromeda at Netflix
Compensation for AI jobs at Netflix next level Big Dipper. Hold on to your teeth. The comp for this ride ranges from a whopping $390,000 to a jaw-dropping $900,000.
NextTalks Are Back! GenAI Impact
NextTalks is making a grand re-entry! The launch event is nothing short of spectacular, featuring the monumental technological leap that's currently knocking on humanity's door: Generative Artificial Intelligence aka GenAI, or as yester-week tech enthusiasts call it: ChatGPT.
The Future of Santa Cruz: Skilled Workforce
Exploring various population projections and economic trends, a combination of reports highlights California's potential future challenges in population stagnation and aging, with a particular focus on Santa Cruz County's workforce development and its reliance on improvements in job quality, housing, and infrastructure.

