News Highlights
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CMTC Awards Santa Cruz Works
SCW has been awarded funding from the California Manufacturing Technology Consulting (CMTC) for the fourth consecutive year. This ongoing collaboration between SCW and CMTC reflects a steady commitment to supporting and developing the manufacturing sector in the central coast region.
Paystand Named Best B2B Payment Platform by Juniper Research
Paystand announces Juniper Research has named the company the Platinum winner in the category “Best B2B Payment Platform” in the 2023 Future Digital Awards competition.
OneWheel: The "Unwheeledly" Recall
Future Motion has announced an official recall of its Onewheel electric skateboards following the unfortunate deaths of four individuals using the single-wheel technological wonder.
Joby Begins Flight Testing with Pilot On Board
Joby Aviation has taken its biggest step yet. The company has begun conducting test flights with a pilot on board its aircraft.
Discover the Tesla of Blending with Cruz
Cruz, renowned for their durable and innovative consumer technology, has just received a significant boost! Former Apple executive, Jony Ive, has seen the potential and invested in our vision.
Scaling Up Green Hydrogen Production: Behind Electric Hydrogen Co.'s Mega Funding
A Bay Area-based green hydrogen startup has secured one of the region's most significant funding deals this year. Mass production of green hydrogen is on the rise.
SapientX Announces GPT-4 Powered Talking Characters For Casino Gaming
SapientX announced the first digital characters, using GPT-4, for use in casino gaming, wayfinding and drink ordering.
UCSC Alumna Kathryn Sullivan Enshrined in the National Aviation Hall of Fame
UCSC graduate Kathryn Sullivan was enshrined in the National Aviation Hall of Fame.
Why Santa Cruz County Is So Bullish on Hydrogen Buses
The decision process for why Santa Cruz Metropolitan Transit District (METRO) by approving the nearly $90M purchase of 57 hydrogen-powered, fuel cell electric buses (FCEBs), marking the largest acquisition of FCEBs in United States.
The Hidden Costs and Perils of eBikes
Hold onto your hats: Electric bikes, once the pride of Asia and Europe, have hit American streets! But before diving in, consider the surprising "consequences" of owning these electrified two-wheelers.
Purcell Introduces M1 Dispenser
Update from Santa Cruz Accelerates startup company, Purcell. They’ve got a new dispenser!
Shifting Gears: The Podcast for Manufacturers and Makers
Are you a manufacturer interested in expanding your knowledge of the industry and staying up to date with the latest news? Check out CMTC’s podcast Shifting Gears.
Parallel Flight Technologies Awarded $1M Contract
In an exciting announcement, Parallel Flight Technologies (PFT), the Californian heavy-lift drone and hybrid propulsion tech maestro, has received a $1M contract from the National Security Innovation Capital.
Cabrillo College Receives Grants for Innovative Apprenticeship Programs
The California Community College’s Chancellor’s Office has awarded Cabrillo College two planning grants of $120,000 each for the development of new and innovative apprenticeship programs.
SC Works New Tech: H2 Tech
On Wednesday October 4, prepare for a revolutionary journey into the hydrogen future! Experience firsthand how industry leaders are shaping a cleaner tomorrow at the Santa Cruz Works H2 Tech event.
Peregrine Hydrogen Announces Successful $7.8 Million Financing Round
Santa Cruz, California-based climate technology company, Peregrine Hydrogen recently announced it raised an oversubscribed $7.8 million seed financing round.
AI for Cats
Because cats are the Real Boss! And because we humans are too busy to read everything. This is our weekly digest about AI developments.
High School Students, Come Learn About The X Academy Robotics Club
Whether you're a seasoned roboticist or completely new to the world of circuits and code, our club is the perfect place for you to explore, learn, and unleash your imagination.
AI Is Not a Magic Wand For Your Business
AI is all but touted as a magic wand, but it’s not that simple. One of the most frustrating things for me is trying to find the use cases that add tangible and measurable value to a business. Gee-whiz novel solutions aren’t going to move the needle.
Voices of the Century: David Deamer, Enabling Genomics For Everyone
David Deamer, professor emeritus of biomolecular engineering, reflects on the impact of Nanopore sequencing.