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Seattle’s economic strength sends it soaring to No. 6 in new global city rankings
Seattle achieves a high rank among the world’s largest cities, largely due to its robust economy, powered by the tech industry. Read More
FTC complaint filed by Seattleite claims Uber, DoorDash deceive with ‘junk fees’
A Seattle resident’s FTC complaint investigates the addition of fees by Uber and DoorDash to orders following new minimum wage laws. Read More
Wave Motion secures $1.6M from U.S. Army for Jet Gun technology development
The Everett, Wash.-based Wave Motion Launch Corp wins military funding for its pioneering technology. Read More
Microsoft introduces ‘Team Copilot’ AI to organize meetings, projects, and tasks
Microsoft explores AI’s potential in teamwork with an assistant designed to streamline meetings, note-taking, project management, and task allocation. Read More
Ex-Salesforce, Microsoft execs raise $8M for AI cybersecurity firm
An emerging Seattle startup employs AI to bolster overwhelmed security teams by pinpointing critical vulnerabilities and countering threats. Read More
Amazon’s cloud division strategies under new leadership of Matt Garman
Amazon Web Services brainstorm solutions to major challenges with CIA tech leadership under new executive Matt Garman’s direction. Read More
Pioneer Square Labs unveils open-source JACoB AI, redefining coding assistance
Is it feasible to create an AI summer intern? Pioneer Square Labs seems to think so with their release of JACoB AI agent. Read More
Vonda N. McIntyre: A Seattle sci-fi icon’s legacy of fostering diversity
Exploring how Vonda N. McIntyre, a seminal figure in Seattle’s science fiction scene, championed diversity and representation long before today’s discussions. Read More
Univ. of Washington’s new AI chatbot offers a helping hand to overburdened teachers
With teachers dedicating significant time to plan lessons, the University of Washington steps in with an AI tool aimed at streamlining the process. Read More
Microsoft’s ‘Copilot + PC’ aims to rejuvenate Windows through AI innovation
At its Redmond headquarters, Microsoft previews exciting AI enhancements for Windows PCs and hints at future AI-integrated personal computer designs. Read More
