Get caught up on the latest technology and startup news from the past week. Here are the most popular stories on GeekWire for the week of Sept. 25, 2022.
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Bill Gates sees Gates Foundation winding down in 25 years — with Melinda French Gates and himself still at the helm
In a recent interview at the 2022 Forbes 400 Philanthropy Summit, Bill Gates shared that the plan is to wind down the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation in 25 years. … Read More
MacKenzie Scott files for divorce from teacher Dan Jewett after less than 2 years
Billionaire Seattle philanthropist MacKenzie Scott has filed for divorce from Dan Jewett, the science teacher she married in March 2021, according to a court filing this week. … Read More
‘It was wonderful’: Eviation’s Alice electric airplane wins praise after its first flight test
MOSES LAKE, Wash. — After years of on-the-ground development, Eviation’s all-electric Alice airplane quietly took to the air here this morning for its first test flight. … Read More
Financial fallout from billionaire MacKenzie Scott’s divorce will likely remain hidden
The immediate impact of MacKenzie Scott’s divorce on her massive fortune will likely remain a secret. … Read More
Drone over stadium disrupts Seahawks game in Seattle, a day after same problem at UW game
The football game between the Seattle Seahawks and Atlanta Falcons was stopped and delayed on Sunday when a drone was reportedly spotted near or over Lumen Field. … Read More
Alaska Airlines shaves flight minutes and fuel, thanks to software from Google-backed AI startup
Alaska Airlines has reduced flight time and carbon emissions after using dispatch software from a small Silicon Valley startup. … Read More
Expedia provides online help to those seeking shelter as they flee Hurricane Ian in Florida
As Hurricane Ian bears down on Florida this week, numerous state agencies are mobilizing to respond. … Read More
In the hybrid work era, tech companies experiment with new office layouts
Many tech companies are reducing their real estate footprints as they adopt permanent hybrid work policies spurred by the pandemic. … Read More
Real estate property management software giant RealPage to acquire Seattle startup Knock
Knock, a Seattle software startup that helps apartment property managers, will be acquired by RealPage, a real estate giant backed by Thoma Bravo that also provides technology services. … Read More
Robotic coffee barista maker led by ex-AWS engineer raises $8.3M to open more retail locations
A Seattle coffee company is aiming to change the way lattes and espressos are made. … Read More