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DART DroneCamp2024 Scholarship Opportunity
DroneCamp is a collaborative five-day training program that covers everything you need to know to use drones for mapping and field data collection.
Joby Acquires Xwing Autonomy Division, Looks Ahead to Autonomous Flight
Joby Aviation, Inc. today announced the acquisition of the autonomy division of Xwing Inc., an industry leader in the development of autonomous technology for aviation.
Joby to Present “Pre-Flight Checklist: An Introduction to Joby Air Taxi Operations”
Joby to Present “Pre-Flight Checklist: An Introduction to Joby Air Taxi Operations”. Learn when it’s happening and what it’s about!
Most Distant Galaxy Discovered With James Webb Space Telescope
An international team of astronomers today announced the discovery using NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) of the two earliest and most distant galaxies yet confirmed, dating back to only 300 million years after the Big Bang.
Ohalo™ Announces the Discovery of Boosted Breeding™
Ohalo's CEO, Dave Friedberg, reveals the company's groundbreaking discovery: Boosted Breeding. This revolutionary technology delivers unprecedented improvements in crop yields that would take millennia to achieve through traditional breeding methods.
Virtual Planet Technologies Makes Finalist List for 2024 Auggie Awards
Virtual Planet Technologies LLC (VPT), a company focused on leveraging immersive technologies and storytelling to raise awareness about climate change and promote actionable solutions has made it to the Auggie Awards 2024 finale!
Santa Cruz Works Accelerates Seeking Sponsors for 6th Cohort
Join us in empowering the next wave of innovators! Sponsor Santa Cruz Works Accelerates' 6th cohort—boost your brand, impact the community, and access groundbreaking entrepreneurial talent.
Santa Cruz Launchpad 2024 Photos
Thanks to everyone who attended Santa Cruz Launchpad 2024! Check out photos from the event.
Paystand Adds Top Billing Software Exec as Chief Sales Officer
Paystand, the global leader in blockchain-enabled B2B payments, today announces the appointment of Allison Grieb as chief sales officer.
Create The Future Summit 2024
Explore emerging tech trends at the Create the Future Summit, featuring expert panels, global insights, live robotics demos, and a job fair in partnership with Albert's List.
Fullpower®-AI Launches Sleeptracker-AI®, Empowering Healthcare with the World’s Largest Sleep Dataset
Fullpower®-AI, a leader in sleep technology and wellness solutions, is proud to announce the launch of the Sleeptracker.ai platform with the World’s Largest Sleep Dataset.
Launching Your Startup's First Product on a Budget: A Basic 5-Step Blueprint
Ready to launch your startup’s first product on a budget? We’ve got a few tips for you.
Championing Santa Cruz’s Young Engineers: Join Us on the Road to the World Championships!
"Support Santa Cruz robotics team's journey to the ROV World Championship! Help propel young engineers to international success in underwater exploration. Donate today and make waves!"
Navigating the Journey of Ethical Leadership and Brand Success
In this insightful recording, Maisie Ganzler, author, speaker, corporate adviser, and former Chief Strategy & Brand Officer at Bon Appétit Management Company, delves into the intricate balance between business acumen and social responsibility.
Building Bridges: How Good Talk Enhances Empathy and Connection
The story behind the app Good Talk which helps to create and prepare for more empathy and connection during difficult conversations.
Why Do Startups Fail in 2024?
Dive into the tumultuous world of startups where 90% fail. Uncover why and learn how to sail through the startup storm with our expert insights and strategies!
Abe's Z-Force Mini: A Zero Motorcycles Story
Encouraged by Micah Bayless, I decided to convert a 1966 Mini Cooper into an electric vehicle using Zero's SR/F and SR/S powertrain, aiming for minimal modifications to immerse myself in the detailed implementation of our production technology.
Joby Partners with Mukamalah Aviation
Joby Aviation today announced it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Mukamalah, a wholly owned subsidiary of Saudi Aramco, the operator of the world’s largest fleet of corporate aircraft, to introduce Joby’s aircraft to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
West Coast Community Bancorp and 1st Capital Bancorp Announce Agreement to Merge
West Coast Community Bancorp, the holding company for Santa Cruz County Bank, and 1st Capital Bancorp, the holding company for 1st Capital Bank, headquartered in Salinas, jointly announced today that they have entered into an agreement and plan of reorganization and merger.
Packaging Revolution: It’s Now or Never
We’re on the verge of a packaging revolution that will reduce landfill waste and pollution.