Local Business and Tech Momentum
Key Questions
What recent funding and developments are boosting local business and tech?
Unnatural Products secured $45M in biotech funding, Paystand pivoted to Bitcoin, and Joby eVTOL faces a trade probe. Launchpad 2026 is seeking volunteers for its May 13 event, projecting 300 jobs.
How is UCSC contributing to the local tech talent pipeline?
UCSC's high coding rank is enhancing the talent pipeline amid resilient growth in the tech sector. This supports local business momentum through skilled graduates.
What community events highlight local business achievements?
The Pajaro Valley Chamber of Commerce announced its annual awards, recognizing people, organizations, and events. UCSC's Landesman Lecture features astrophysicist Enrico Ramirez-Ruiz blending science and storytelling.
Unnatural Products secures $45M biotech funding; Paystand Bitcoin pivot; Joby eVTOL faces trade probe; Launchpad 2026 seeks volunteers for May 13 event (300 jobs). UCSC coding rank boosts talent pipeline amid resilient growth.