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Joby Progresses to Next Phase of Aircraft Flight Test Program
Joby Aviation today announced it has successfully completed its pre-production flight test program and is now focused on the next phase of flight testing.
Santa Cruz County Bank Hires Senior Vice President, Senior Relationship Manager, Natalie E. Taaffe
Santa Cruz County Bank is pleased to announce that Natalie E. Taaffe has joined as Senior Vice President, Senior Relationship Manager to serve clients in the Greater Bay Area.
Enhancing Chatbot Reliability: A Deep Dive into Benchmarking with LLMs and the Deepeval Framework
For anyone involved in developing or refining chatbots, this article offers valuable lessons on leveraging LLMs effectively and enhancing chat reliability through structured testing. Check out the full article for a deeper dive into the methodology, findings, and how these insights can apply to your chatbot development efforts.
Joby Expands California Manufacturing Facility, Rolls Second Aircraft Off Production Line
Joby Aviation today announced it has broken ground on the expansion of its Pilot Production Line in Marina, California. The expansion will more than double Joby’s manufacturing footprint at the Marina Municipal Airport and is expected to begin operations next year.
Catalyzing Coastal Innovation: The Monterey Bay Tech Hub's Vision for Advanced Air Mobility
Today, the Monterey Bay Tech Hub proudly unveils its dynamic website (https://www.mbtechhub.org/), a pivotal step forward in our collective mission to foster Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) growth and catalyze job creation across San Benito, Santa Cruz, and Monterey counties.
Monterey Bay Tech Hub Announces Leadership Council
The recently formed Monterey Bay Tech Hub, a coalition of regional stakeholders who recognize the need for collective action to strengthen the opportunity for Advanced Air Mobility (AAM)-based economic growth and job creation in the Tri-County region, has announced the formation of its Leadership Council.
Joby Partners with Abu Dhabi to Establish Electric Air Taxi Ecosystem
Joby Aviation today announced it has signed a multilateral Memorandum of Understanding with the Department of Municipalities and Transport - Abu Dhabi, the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development and the Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhab.
Paystand Acquires Teampay: Expanding Network to 1M Businesses
Paystand has made another major move by acquiring another software company.
Kresge Renewal Project Honored with Top Bay Area Architecture Award
Studio Gang, an architecture practice, received the Honor Award for the Kresge College renewal project at the San Francisco chapter of the American Institute of Architects's (AIA) 2024
Applications Now Open for Leadership Santa Cruz County 38th Class
Ready to enhance your leadership skills, connect with fellow leaders, and make a difference? Leadership Santa Cruz County offers a transformative experience.
West Coast Community Bancorp, Parent Company of Santa Cruz County Bank, Reports Earnings
West Coast Community Bancorp, the parent company of Santa Cruz County Bank (the "Bank"), announced unaudited earnings for the first quarter ended March 31, 2024.
The Heart of Innovation: Maggie Nixon's Path to Pioneering Medical Robotics
Beyond the finish line, learn how Maggie Nixon is shaping the future of medicine at the Santa Cruz Works Super Tech on May 1, 2024. Tickets going fast!
UC Santa Cruz Graduate Symposium 2024
The Graduate Division invites members of the Santa Cruz community to judge symposium presentations. The judging time commitment is 12:30-3:30 p.m. Judging is fun and easy and supports the UCSC graduate students who participate!.
Rapid Robotics: Revolutionizing Manufacturing through User-Friendly Robotics
The old way of manufacturing is coming to an end. Rapid Robotics aims to replace expensive hardware with standardized solutions and adaptable AI.
Final Call for Santa Cruz Launchpad Pitch Contest Applications
Are you a student with an awesome business idea? Your deadline to apply pitch and earn prizes is approaching fast!
Empty Bowls, Full Hearts: Fundraiser to Support Teen Kitchen Project's Kitchen Renovation
Teen Kitchen Project (TKP) is excited to announce its upcoming fundraising event, Empty Bowls Full Hearts, scheduled for May 3rd and 4th. These events aim to raise vital funds for TKP's new kitchen renovation project.
Unified2 Global Packing Group Partners with Cruz Foam
Unified2 Global Packaging Group, LLC (UGPG2) announced today that it has partnered with Cruz Foam, a circular materials company, to offer more sustainable protective packaging and custom cold chain solutions to its customers.
Santa Cruz County Business Council Annual Meeting
Please join us for business community updates, light bites, camaraderie and hear from Supervisor Koenig. If others from your company will be joining you, please add them to this list for overall headcount.
UC Santa Cruz Researchers Receive Grants for Early-stage Technology Innovations and Climate Action Solutions
Eight UC Santa Cruz research teams focusing on some of the most pressing issues of our time, such as cancer detection, data encryption, and climate change, have received grants.
Skyports Raises $110M in Series C Round
Skyports, the global leader in owning and operating vertiport infrastructure and flying electric drones announced that ACS Group has made a substantial equity investment in Skyports, to become the largest investor in the company.