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fromsfist.com
1 day ago
NYC startup

New Boutique in SF's Cow Hollow Is Completely Run by AI, Which Manages Human Staff

fromFortune
2 days ago
Information security

Anthropic caused panic that Mythos will expose cybersecurity weak spots, but one industry veteran says real problem is fixing, not finding, them | Fortune

NYC startup
fromsfist.com
1 day ago

New Boutique in SF's Cow Hollow Is Completely Run by AI, Which Manages Human Staff

An AI agent successfully launched a retail store but failed to schedule staff for opening day.
Information security
fromFortune
2 days ago

Anthropic caused panic that Mythos will expose cybersecurity weak spots, but one industry veteran says real problem is fixing, not finding, them | Fortune

Anthropic's Claude Mythos Preview AI model identifies cybersecurity vulnerabilities, but experts question its impact on fixing existing issues.
Careers
fromFast Company
3 days ago

LinkedIn's Chief Economic Opportunity Officer on how to get ahead in the age of AI

Human ingenuity allows software engineers to focus on unique human skills rather than competing with AI.
Science
fromKqed
1 day ago

Pleasanton Innovation Fair Brings Robots, Drones, Electric Buses and More This Weekend | KQED

The Tri-Valley Innovation Fair showcases science and technology through interactive exhibits and hands-on experiments for families and young people.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
1 day ago

Silicon Valley has no monopoly on AI brain power. That's why Demis Hassabis is very happy to stay in London | Fortune

Demis Hassabis emphasizes extreme dedication and planning in achieving goals, advocating for diverse AI innovation centers beyond Silicon Valley.
San Francisco
fromMission Local
13 hours ago

Don't you dare cut our city internships, say S.F. teens

Proposed budget cuts threaten the YouthWorks internship program, reducing opportunities for high school students from 400 to 80 internships annually.
#philz-coffee
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 day ago

California cafe chain Philz Coffee orders Pride flags removed from stores. It's not going well

Philz Coffee has ordered the removal of Pride flags from its stores, leading to significant backlash from customers and employees.
SF LGBT
fromQueerty
6 days ago

San Francisco coffee chain to remove Pride flags from stores to be "more inclusive" - Queerty

Philz Coffee will remove Pride flags from stores, causing discontent among staff and customers who view them as symbols of safety and inclusivity.
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 day ago

California cafe chain Philz Coffee orders Pride flags removed from stores. It's not going well

Philz Coffee has ordered the removal of Pride flags from its stores, leading to significant backlash from customers and employees.
SF LGBT
fromQueerty
6 days ago

San Francisco coffee chain to remove Pride flags from stores to be "more inclusive" - Queerty

Philz Coffee will remove Pride flags from stores, causing discontent among staff and customers who view them as symbols of safety and inclusivity.
fromThe Oaklandside
23 hours ago

Skyline High School excels at sending students to U.C. colleges

"Judging schools by raw admission rates alone can be misleading. Schools that enroll larger shares of students from high-income families and fewer students with disabilities, for example, tend to send more students to UC campuses regardless of school quality."
East Bay (California)
California
fromStreetsblog California
1 day ago

Legislation Moving to Make It Easier to Build High-Rises Near Transit in CA's Seven Largest Cities - Streetsblog California

Assembly Bill 2074 aims to facilitate high-rise housing near transit hubs in California's largest cities by streamlining approval processes.
#ibm
Social justice
fromComputerworld
1 day ago

IBM's government DEI settlement could increase pressure to avoid tech hiring diversity

IBM's settlement with the DOJ dismantles its DEI programs and halts workforce diversification efforts.
Social justice
fromTheregister
2 days ago

IBM pays up under Trump administration's diversity blitz

IBM settled with the US government for $17 million over allegations of violating anti-discrimination requirements in its diversity programs.
Social justice
fromComputerworld
1 day ago

IBM's government DEI settlement could increase pressure to avoid tech hiring diversity

IBM's settlement with the DOJ dismantles its DEI programs and halts workforce diversification efforts.
Social justice
fromTheregister
2 days ago

IBM pays up under Trump administration's diversity blitz

IBM settled with the US government for $17 million over allegations of violating anti-discrimination requirements in its diversity programs.
East Bay food
fromThe Mercury News
2 days ago

Japanese market to open in downtown San Jose

Sakura Market, a new Japanese grocery store, is set to open in downtown San Jose, offering unique features and job opportunities.
#entrepreneurship
Startup companies
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

This startup raised $27 million to help 'solopreneurs' run their businesses with AI. Read the pitch deck.

Nuseir Yassin raised $27 million for Nas.com, an AI platform aiding solo entrepreneurs in launching online businesses without technical skills.
Higher education
fromFortune
1 day ago

The billionaire Anthropic cofounder who majored in literature and says knowing how to ask the right question beats knowing how to code | Fortune

AI is highlighting the value of liberal arts degrees, emphasizing the importance of storytelling and interdisciplinary thinking for future careers.
Social media marketing
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

The Dark Side Of LinkedIn Networking: How To Recognize Harvesting And Protect Your Professional Network - Above the Law

Predatory networking practices on LinkedIn exploit engagement for personal gain rather than fostering genuine connections.
#mountain-view
LA real estate
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 day ago

Mountain View to replace downtown parking lot with hotel - San Jose Spotlight

A developer is set to transform two downtown parking lots into a hotel and office development, potentially generating significant revenue for the city.
California
fromSan Jose Spotlight
5 days ago

Mountain View could allow public drinking in downtown - San Jose Spotlight

Mountain View plans to create an entertainment zone for open alcohol consumption during city events, starting with the World Cup this summer.
LA real estate
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 day ago

Mountain View to replace downtown parking lot with hotel - San Jose Spotlight

A developer is set to transform two downtown parking lots into a hotel and office development, potentially generating significant revenue for the city.
California
fromSan Jose Spotlight
5 days ago

Mountain View could allow public drinking in downtown - San Jose Spotlight

Mountain View plans to create an entertainment zone for open alcohol consumption during city events, starting with the World Cup this summer.
Marketing tech
fromDigiday
2 days ago

Ad Tech Briefing: The Trade Desk's 'changing of the guard' and a 'sign of the times'

Independent ad tech companies face challenges as MiQ expands through acquisitions while The Trade Desk experiences significant executive departures.
fromThe Mercury News
2 days ago

Sunnyvale: Owners of Dish Dash mark 25th anniversary with plans for a 7th restaurant

Ibrahim reflected on their journey, stating, 'We took a leap of faith. We didn't know if this place was going to make it.' Their decision was influenced by friends who wanted a Middle Eastern restaurant in Silicon Valley.
Food & drink
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

How vibe coding app Anything is rebuilding after getting booted from the App Store twice | TechCrunch

Dhruv Amin stated, 'We built a mobile app primarily to let our users who are building iOS apps preview their own app on their own device while developing it. [We] had no problems through December. Post December, we and everyone else in the category started getting our updates blocked.'
Apple
US politics
fromWIRED
2 days ago

Silicon Valley Is Spending Millions to Stop One of Its Own

Alex Bores, a former Palantir employee, advocates for strict AI regulations, facing opposition from Silicon Valley's elite as he runs for Congress.
Brooklyn
fromsfist.com
2 days ago

Day Around the Bay: Billionaire Michael Moritz Eyes Union Square Building

Michael Moritz plans to lease the former Barney's building for his Crankstart Foundation headquarters.
Growth hacking
fromEntrepreneur
3 days ago

Innovation Looks Like Hype Before It Really Works - Here's Why

Innovation progresses slower than public perception, leading to overhyped technology trends and narratives that can be difficult to change.
fromFast Company
3 days ago

The cofounder of this $2.9 billion company takes a 4 p.m. nap every day

"When I'm irritated, tired, stressed, or anxious, a nap literally cures everything. It really changed my life."
Mindfulness
DevOps
fromApp Developer Magazine
3 days ago

Tech hiring slumps as Software Developer job postings fall

The technology labor market is cooling, with employers focusing on critical roles and being more selective in hiring.
SOMA, SF
fromsfist.com
3 days ago

Two Arrested In Shooting Near Sam Altman's Home Following Separate Firebomb Attack

Two suspects were arrested for gunfire near OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's home, following a Molotov Cocktail attack days earlier.
Upper West Side
fromwww.businessinsider.com
4 days ago

Inside Tinder HQ, from Celsius drinks and a 'de-stress with Legos' station to espresso on the roof deck

Tinder's West Hollywood headquarters features a playful office environment with themed rooms, snacks, and a focus on employee well-being.
#venture-capital
Venture
fromFast Company
4 days ago

The 3 reasons why VCs invest: Faith, opportunity, or evidence

Venture capital rounds are driven by three core reasons: faith, opportunity, and evidence.
Privacy professionals
fromWIRED
2 weeks ago

California Suspends Enforcement of Law Requiring VCs to Report Diversity Data

California suspended a new regulation requiring venture capital firms to report demographic data about startup founders amid public criticism.
Venture
fromFast Company
4 days ago

The 3 reasons why VCs invest: Faith, opportunity, or evidence

Venture capital rounds are driven by three core reasons: faith, opportunity, and evidence.
Privacy professionals
fromWIRED
2 weeks ago

California Suspends Enforcement of Law Requiring VCs to Report Diversity Data

California suspended a new regulation requiring venture capital firms to report demographic data about startup founders amid public criticism.
#lgbtq
LGBT
fromQueerty
5 days ago

PHOTOS: These cute gay engineers make us wish we studied science more - Queerty

Being openly gay in engineering fosters acceptance and community among LGBTQ+ professionals.
SF LGBT
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
5 days ago

The SF LGBT Center's New Executive Director Invites You to Celebrate Queer Excellence! - San Francisco Bay Times

Joy is a radical force needed in times of grief and resistance, exemplified by the upcoming Soirée fundraising event.
LGBT
fromQueerty
5 days ago

PHOTOS: These cute gay engineers make us wish we studied science more - Queerty

Being openly gay in engineering fosters acceptance and community among LGBTQ+ professionals.
SF LGBT
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
5 days ago

The SF LGBT Center's New Executive Director Invites You to Celebrate Queer Excellence! - San Francisco Bay Times

Joy is a radical force needed in times of grief and resistance, exemplified by the upcoming Soirée fundraising event.
Bootstrapping
fromEntrepreneur
5 days ago

An Entrepreneur's Guide to Succession Planning

Succession planning is essential for protecting business value, ensuring continuity, and securing the owner's financial future.
SF politics
fromSan Jose Spotlight
6 days ago

Sunnyvale joins other cities in approving ICE-free zones - San Jose Spotlight

Sunnyvale City Council prohibits ICE from using city property for civil enforcement, aiming to protect immigrant communities.
#silicon-valley
Silicon Valley
fromFortune
1 week ago

I helped build Uber and Discord and now my tools help fuel billion-dollar unicorns. But Silicon Valley is losing the AI race to itself | Fortune

Silicon Valley is falling behind in innovation due to slow adaptation to social demands and a focus on preserving existing business models.
Silicon Valley
fromThe Nation
2 days ago

How Silicon Valley Is Turning Scientists Into Exploited Gig Workers

Silicon Valley's success is deeply rooted in government-funded research, which has been crucial for foundational technologies.
Silicon Valley
fromFortune
1 week ago

I helped build Uber and Discord and now my tools help fuel billion-dollar unicorns. But Silicon Valley is losing the AI race to itself | Fortune

Silicon Valley is falling behind in innovation due to slow adaptation to social demands and a focus on preserving existing business models.
Artificial intelligence
fromWIRED
23 hours ago

AI Could Democratize One of Tech's Most Valuable Resources

Nvidia faces potential competition as startups like Wafer optimize AI code for various chips, challenging its dominance in AI hardware.
#salesforce
Software development
fromTheregister
1 day ago

Salesforce debuts Headless 360 agentic platform

Salesforce's Headless 360 expands app-building tools beyond traditional developers, enabling API-driven interactions across various platforms.
Artificial intelligence
fromMarTech
1 day ago

Salesforce redesigns platform for agent-driven automation | MarTech

Salesforce launched Headless 360, an API-first system enabling AI agents to access data and workflows without a traditional user interface.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 weeks ago

Marc Benioff unveils new version of Slackbot with AI capabilities, talks San Francisco's progress

Salesforce showcases AI-enhanced Slackbot, emphasizing productivity and the continued need for human interaction in sales.
Software development
fromTheregister
1 day ago

Salesforce debuts Headless 360 agentic platform

Salesforce's Headless 360 expands app-building tools beyond traditional developers, enabling API-driven interactions across various platforms.
Artificial intelligence
fromMarTech
1 day ago

Salesforce redesigns platform for agent-driven automation | MarTech

Salesforce launched Headless 360, an API-first system enabling AI agents to access data and workflows without a traditional user interface.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 weeks ago

Marc Benioff unveils new version of Slackbot with AI capabilities, talks San Francisco's progress

Salesforce showcases AI-enhanced Slackbot, emphasizing productivity and the continued need for human interaction in sales.
fromMission Local
2 days ago

Mission Local names Joe Rivano Barros as executive editor

"Joe is so goddamn competent he has almost made me rethink my position on Stanford University. Almost. In Joe, you've got a man with the talent of three men able to do the work of six men. I'm thrilled to see him succeed, and we're all succeeding because of him."
Mission District
Media industry
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

The fall of OneTaste: Ellen Huet on Nicole Daedone's sentencing and Silicon Valley's culture of belief

Nicole Daedone was sentenced to nine years in prison for forced labor conspiracy related to her startup OneTaste.
Silicon Valley real estate
fromCalifornia Post
1 week ago

Exclusive | Inside San Francisco's 'co-founder rooms': the no-frills crash pads powering the AI gold rush

Co-founder rooms in San Francisco offer shared living for tech hopefuls prioritizing proximity over privacy and comfort.
fromSFGATE
2 days ago

KB Home is the latest billion-dollar company leaving California

KB Home's forthcoming move will mark its return to the Phoenix area, where the company was headquartered for a few years in the 1960s before shifting its operations to Los Angeles.
LA real estate
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
2 days ago

Former Saks Store on Union Square Might Become a Nordstrom

Union Square in San Francisco may see a retail revival with interest from major brands like Nordstrom and Bloomingdale's for new locations.
NYC startup
fromAlleywatch
3 days ago

#NYCtech Week in Review: 4/5/26 - 4/11/26

NYC Tech News highlights recent startup funding, exits, and events, featuring companies like Patlytics and Yuzu Health.
US politics
fromKqed
1 week ago

Grass Is Really Greener for Many Californians Leaving the State | KQED

Trump endorsed Steve Hilton for California governor, claiming he can improve the state plagued by high taxes.
SF LGBT
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
5 days ago

District 8 Supervisor Race Calls for Leadership Grounded in Public Service - San Francisco Bay Times

Leadership in District 8 focuses on community connection, housing stability, and public safety to improve lives and honor the legacy of queer life.
Careers
fromEntrepreneur
6 days ago

How to Find a Tech Company That Matches Your Values

Identify non-negotiables and evaluate tech companies based on values and ethical practices.
Marketing tech
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

Canva doubles down on AI and marketing automation with Simtheory, Ortto acquisitions | TechCrunch

Canva acquired Simtheory and Ortto to enhance its AI and marketing capabilities, evolving from a design tool to a comprehensive workflow system.
Silicon Valley
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

StrictlyVC San Francisco is in less than a month | TechCrunch

StrictlyVC event in San Francisco on April 30 focuses on AI funding insights with notable speakers.
East Bay food
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
6 days ago

Spring restaurant superbloom brings new Filipino, burger, Mexican, coffee, and Nicaraguan spots

New restaurants and cafes are opening in the East Bay, including Lena, Cafe Bolita, and Cinnaholic, each offering unique culinary experiences.
#ai-strategy
fromAol
2 days ago
Startup companies

Reid Hoffman says leaders need to update their AI strategy. His advice: weekly check-ins.

Startup companies
fromAol
2 days ago

Reid Hoffman says leaders need to update their AI strategy. His advice: weekly check-ins.

Managers should experiment with AI tools across all business areas rather than treating it like a software update.
Startup companies
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

Reid Hoffman says leaders need to update their AI strategy. His advice: weekly check-ins.

Executives must adapt their AI strategies to prioritize rapid experimentation across all business areas rather than traditional software rollout methods.
Software development
fromTheregister
3 days ago

Anthropic: Claude quota drain not caused by cache tweaks

Anthropic reduced the Claude Code prompt cache TTL from one hour to five minutes, impacting user experience and costs despite claims of no increased expenses.
fromEngadget
3 days ago

Two suspects have been arrested for allegedly shooting at Sam Altman's house

The SFPD's Special Investigation Division took over the case and have since detained both 25-year-old Amanda Tom and 23-year-old Muhamad Tarik Hussein, seizing three firearms in the process with the help of a warrant.
San Francisco
fromThe Oaklandside
6 days ago

Fire at Camron-Stanford, charter reform guide, renaming Cesar E. Chavez library...on the podcast

A fire damaged one of Oakland's most beloved historic landmarks, raising concerns about the preservation of the city's cultural heritage and the impact on the community.
East Bay (California)
fromMetro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly
1 day ago

Miguel Novelo: Inframundo in San Jose | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

Inframundo invites visitors to look inward and become a rock, drawing on the landscape shaped by cenotes, which are thought to be portals to the Maya underworld.
Silicon Valley
San Francisco
fromArchDaily
6 days ago

The Embarcadero Freeway: Elevated Infrastructure and Urban Regeneration in San Francisco

Cities are demolishing elevated concrete freeways to create parks and enhance urban regeneration.
Mission District
fromMission Local
6 days ago

Excelsior Buzz: a new cannabis dispensary coming to Persia Triangle

A new cannabis dispensary, Green Field, is set to open in the Persia Triangle after seven years of planning and setbacks.
SOMA, SF
fromThesanjoseblog
2 weeks ago

San Jose Welcomes Rowan's First California Studio to Santana Row

Rowan at Santana Row offers a safe, stylish ear piercing experience performed by licensed nurses, redefining the process for all ages.
Startup companies
fromFortune
3 days ago

Intuit was an AI pioneer. Why its stock became a SaaSpocalypse casualty | Fortune

Being an early adopter of AI does not guarantee protection against market panic, as shown by Intuit's stock performance during the SaaSpocalypse.
Austin
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I've lived in San Francisco and Austin, and I want to move back to California. Here's what Texas is missing.

A career coach reflects on moving between San Francisco, Seattle, and Austin, finding San Francisco offered the best combination of career growth, diversity, and entrepreneurial culture despite high costs.
Artificial intelligence
fromForbes
3 days ago

The Hottest Debate In Tech: Ads In AI

The debate in AI centers on the introduction of advertising in chatbot interactions and the financial implications of running AI systems.
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
6 days ago

How to make the Startup Battlefield Top 20 - and what every company gets regardless | TechCrunch

The Startup Battlefield Top 20 showcases the most compelling startups ready for the Disrupt Stage, with a chance to win $100,000 and the Disrupt Cup.
Philosophy
fromTNW | Opinion
1 month ago

Opinion: The Sacred and the Silicon Valley

Pope Leo XIV instructed priests against using artificial intelligence to write homilies, asserting that AI cannot share faith and that human spiritual presence is irreplaceable in pastoral communication.
Arts
fromArtforum
2 months ago

Boom or Bust in the Bay

AI-driven tech growth benefits the Bay Area while the local contemporary art ecosystem faces multiple gallery closures, institutional sales, and limited financial spillover.
Business
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

How this Bay Area CEO is living up to his company's name and motto

Credit union consolidation accelerates due to rising IT and compliance costs, prompting mergers that provide expanded services, longer hours, better technology, and retained branch access.
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

Why Silicon Valley is really talking about fleeing California (it's not the 5%) | TechCrunch

I don't understand why the billionaires just aren't calling good tax lawyers," he told The San Francisco Standard this week. Gamage insists founders wouldn't be forced to sell. Those with most of their wealth in private stock could open a deferral account for assets they don't want taxed immediately - California would instead take 5% whenever those shares are eventually sold.
US politics
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