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Matthew Swinnerton Matthew Swinnerton

Joby Completes Third Stage of FAA Certification Process

Joby Aviation today announced it has become the first developer of electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft to complete the third of five stages of the Federal Aviation Administration type certification process.

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Doug Erickson Doug Erickson

From Track Fields to Robotics: The Inspiring Journey of Maggie Nixon

In a recent interview, Capstan Medical CEO Maggie Nixon shared her fascinating journey from a student athlete with a passion for medicine to a leading innovator in medical devices and robotics. Growing up near Chicago, her interest in science and math, coupled with a natural inclination towards medicine, set the stage for her future career.

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Doug Erickson Doug Erickson

CruzHacks 2024 Winners

Celebrating its 10th anniversary, CruzHacks 2024 emphasized innovation for social good across themes like social justice, sustainability, education, and healthcare. Secondary prizes encouraged boundary-pushing in AI use, exceptional UI/UX, support for first-time hackers, and contributions to the UCSC community, marking a decade of fostering technological creativity and societal impact.

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Doug Erickson Doug Erickson

UCSC Scientist Andy Yeh Awarded $2.5M

At the University of California, Santa Cruz, a significant advancement in biomedical research is underway, led by scientist Andy Yeh. The Chan Zuckerberg Initiative has recognized Yeh's innovative work with a four-year grant approaching $2.5 million. This funding is earmarked for the development of artificial enzymes capable of producing bioluminescence within the body.

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Matthew Swinnerton Matthew Swinnerton

PP&Co Partners with Private Equity Backed Ascend

PP&Co, a leading accounting and consulting firm, is excited to announce its partnership with Ascend, a strategic partner for regional accounting firms backed by private equity firm Alpine Investors.

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Matthew Swinnerton Matthew Swinnerton

Onewheel on the Big and Small Screen

Onewheel's have made their way into popular culture. They have been represented in movies, shows, and commercials. Join pro Onewheeler Bodhi as he watches and reacts to some of Onewheels favorite clips.

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Malina Long Malina Long

Startup Challenge Returns!

Do you have a business idea and want to take it to the next level? Sign up for the startup challenge workshops to get access to free workshops to help you to apply, prepare to pitch, and develop key aspects of your business.

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Matthew Swinnerton Matthew Swinnerton

Joby to Launch Air Taxi Service in UAE

Joby Aviation today announced it has signed a definitive agreement with Dubai’s Road and Transport Authority to launch air taxi services in the Emirate by early 2026, with Joby targeting initial operations as early as 2025.

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Doug Erickson Doug Erickson

Tim Urban Reviews Apple Vision Pro

Tim Urban reviews the Apple Vision Pro VR headset. He found the interface to be magical and the screens to be giant and immersive. He believes that the Vision Pro is a glimpse into the future, but that it is not a world-changing device yet.

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Malina Long Malina Long

Webinar: Achieving ADA Website Compliance

In today’s digital age, having an online presence is crucial for businesses of all sizes. However, it's not just about being online; it's about ensuring your website is accessible to everyone, including people with disabilities.

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Doug Erickson Doug Erickson

Cassie the AI-Powered Health Clinic Assistant

SapientX, a leading supplier of AI-powered, talking characters for healthcare, today announced the first digital  characters, using Symbolic Reasoning and GPT-4, for use in a variety of healthcare settings. Cassie is planned to go into public use this spring at HealthPoint clinics in Texas and she speaks both English and Spanish.

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