‘Vibe coding’ and the future of startups
“Vibe coding” is the new trendy term in startup circles that is sparking questions about how AI coding tools could change the way early stage tech companies are built. We spoke with software engineers in the Seattle region about what it might mean for the future of startups. Read more.
Vote for Sustainable Innovation of the Year: The finalists for this 2025 GeekWire Award create, transform, destroy and remove — all in the name of saving the planet. Learn more about Carbon Robotics , CarbonQuest , Helion , Modern Hydrogen and Tidal Vision , and get tickets for the April 30 event in Seattle.
The Seattle Mariners are adding a Nintendo patch to their jersey sleeves in a new sponsorship deal with the video game company. More than 20 MLB teams wear such patches, which can fetch millions annually. Read more.
Seattle startup Workflow Labs raised $1 million to grow its platform that uses automation to help Amazon sellers reach customers and manage operations. Read more.
A law targeting Uber and Lyft surge pricing during large public events failed to advance in the Washington state legislature. Read more.
Wizards of the Coast laid off employees working on a virtual tabletop project, according to posts on LinkedIn. Read more.
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