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Doug Erickson Doug Erickson

AI Detection Tools for Academia

Artificial intelligence (AI) has revolutionized many industries, and education is no exception. AI-powered tools can help students learn more effectively and efficiently. And soon, educators will be able to detect if AI has been used.

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Matthew Swinnerton Matthew Swinnerton

An Update on Equal Access Santa Cruz

EASC allows local community members to support less fortunate neighbors with fast, reliable internet — a service that’s become vital for so many reasons

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Doug Erickson Doug Erickson

Verdagy Expands Production to Newark

Moss Landing-based Verdagy, a pioneer in advanced water electrolysis electrolyzer technologies for large-scale industrial applications, today announced its new facility opening in Newark, California, with more than 100,000 sq. ft. of advanced manufacturing space.

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Doug Erickson Doug Erickson

2023 Santa Cruz County Business Survey Results

Every 2-3 years, Santa Cruz Works (SCW) conducts a survey of local businesses to understand their challenges. How many are forecasting revenue growth? What % are still driving The Hill? Are there AI companies?

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Malina Long Malina Long

Joby Selects Ohio for Expansion

Joby Aviation is expanding. A full-scale production facility is planned for Dayton Ohio will be capable of delivering up to 500 aircraft per year at the birthplace of aviation.

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Doug Erickson Doug Erickson

Santa Cruz County Board to Discuss AI

The Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors is set to hold an important meeting on September 19th to discuss artificial intelligence and its impacts on the local community. This conversation is welcomed as AI technology continues to rapidly advance and affect more aspects of our lives.

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Doug Erickson Doug Erickson

GOODLESĀ® Raises $13M in Series A Funding Round

GOODLESĀ®, the fun-to-say, stylish, better-for-you noodle brand celebrated for its modern line of delicious and nutrient-packed boxed mac and cheese and pasta, today announced a $13 million Series A funding.

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Matthew Swinnerton Matthew Swinnerton

Amazon's Generative AI Advancements

Amazon unveiled game-changing generative AI advancements at the AWS Summit, improving healthcare documentation, offering free AI courses, expanding model choices, and enhancing conversational capabilities.

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