Josh Metz will be honored as a Santa Cruz Titan for his impactful work with Joby Aviation and sustainable development at Fort Ord.

High-quality data is key to reliable AI, addressed through strategies like the ProductOps Approach and OODA Loop.

Curious about our impact this year and our focus for 2025? Check out what we've got in the works.

Our board members looked into the crystal ball and share their predictions for the upcoming year. 

AI predicts transformative advancements in technology, sustainability, and equitable access for 2025—no time machine required.

What companies should you keep an eye on in this region for the upcoming year? We've got you covered.

What were Santa Cruz Works’ most popular events of the year?

To see what is to come in 2025, we reflect back on our past and look at what trends surfaced.

Each year we curate a fresh list of startups based along the Central California Coast who we think you’ll want to keep an eye on in 2025.

Joby targets 2025 to start TIA flight testing with first FAA-conforming aircraft, currently being built

What were our most popular articles of 2024?

This article showcases 2024's top trends in AI, sustainability, and transformative digital apps shaping the future.

A look at the standout achievements of five innovative Santa Cruz companies that set the bar for excellence in 2024.

Showcase your holiday decorations in the City of Santa Cruz's 2024 Holiday Glow Guide and Contest for a chance to win prizes!

The AI landscape in 2025 has expanded rapidly with new models and capabilities, enhancing everyday technology, supporting research, and integrating more deeply into personal and professional environments through advanced interactions.

The FAA released a Special Federal Aviation Regulation (SFAR) that creates the first civil aircraft category since the helicopter. DART reviewed the 880-page final rule, summarizing the critical takeaways in a 3-page overview for the DART community.

Bluesky, a decentralized social media app, offers a safer, user-focused alternative to X, but faces tough competition.

Thinking about retirement? You might want to learn about RMDs.

Willow solves computations so complex they'd stump today's most powerful supercomputers for billions of years—all before you can finish your coffee break.

The Neighbor’s Pub is a new LGBTQ+ space in Santa Cruz, offering inclusivity, community events, and support for local causes.