Software allows dispatchers to pinpoint location of Uber riders who call 911
First responders in San Francisco will now be able to track down passengers of ride-hailing service Uber faster during emergency situations thanks to new technology that allows information sharing between Uber and the city's Department of Emergency Management.
Ordinance requiring property owners to register, pay for vacant storefronts takes effect
An ordinance that requires commercial property owners in San Francisco to register and pay annual fees for having vacant storefronts took effect Monday, according to the office of city Supervisor Sandra Lee Fewer.
Connected car platform Smartcar accuses rival Otonomo of API theft
The founder of a Mountain View-based startup Smartcar, which offers a standard API (application programming interface) for cars, has accused rival Otonomo of ripping off its product in a blog posted on Monday.
Tesla gears up for full self-driving cars amid skepticism
Tesla expects to have full self-driving cars in which humans won’t have to touch the steering wheel around the second quarter of next year.
Tesla gears up for fully self-driving cars amid skepticism
Tesla CEO Elon Musk appears poised to transform the company's electric cars into driverless vehicles in a risky bid to realize a bold vision that he has been floating for years. The technology required to make that quantum leap is scheduled to be shown off to Tesla investors Monday at the company's Palo Alto, California, headquarters.
Samsung postpones Galaxy Fold launch
Samsung is reported delaying the launch of its $1,980 foldable phone, the Galaxy Fold, after multiple accounts from journalists highlighted reliability issues with its display last week. On Monday, the Wall Street Journal reported that the launch won’t happen until “at least next month”.
Assassin's Creed Unity video game may help with the recreation of Notre-Dame
A popular video game that hit the market five years ago may be a vital tool to helping rebuild Paris’ Notre-Dame, the 850-year-old medieval Catholic cathedral that was devastated by a catastrophic fire Monday night.
Food trucks in Contra Costa County to display signs following inspection
Food trucks in Contra Costa County will soon be issued color-coded placards from the health department to notify the public of any health code violations.
Sony's next PlayStation will be powered by AMD and support 8k graphics: Report
Interesting tidbits on Sony’s next-generation console, the PlayStation 5 have been revealed by its lead architect Mark Cerny in an exclusive feature published in Wired Magazine Tuesday.
Apple reportedly planning desktop extension feature
The next major update to Apple’s desktop OS will let users pair an iPad as a secondary display, 9to5Mac reported on Monday.
Apple, Qualcomm settle bitter dispute over iPhone technology
Apple and mobile chip maker Qualcomm have settled a bitter financial dispute centered on some of the technology that enables iPhones to connect to the internet. The surprise truce announced Tuesday came just as the former allies turned antagonists were facing off in a federal court trial that was supposed to unfold over the next month in San Diego. The resolution abruptly ended that trial.
First genderless voice, "Q", created for personal tech assistants
VIRTUE Nordics is the team behind "Q", the first genderless voice assistant. With the launch of "Q", VIRTUE and Copenhagen Pride hope that consumers and major tech companies will recognize gender issues and acknowledge "Q" as a potential solution.
Microsoft overhauls how it investigates office misbehavior
Microsoft is revamping its practices for investigating workplace allegations after a group of women shared stories of discrimination and sexual harassment. CEO Satya Nadella sent a letter to employees about the changes Monday. Nadella says the company is increasing support services for workers who say they've experienced misbehavior, including a new "Employee Advocacy Team" to...
Facebook Messenger rolls out dark mode
Facebook announced the global rollout of dark mode on its Messenger chat app Monday, after the feature was tested out on users through a month-long Easter egg campaign.
Lyft pulls electric bikes off the road after brake problems
Lyft has pulled 3,000 electric bikes from the streets of New York, San Francisco and Washington, D.C., after customers complained the bikes were braking too hard. A spokeswoman with the ride-hailing company said Monday they are aware of reports of injuries, but wouldn't specify the number of complaints it received. On Twitter, riders complained of being thrown over the handlebars.
Uber says it may not achieve profitability in IPO filing
Uber is providing a look under the hood of its business in the lead-up to its hotly anticipated debut on the stock market, revealing strong growth but an ongoing struggle to overcome huge losses and repair its reputation. Documents released Thursday offered the most detailed view of the world's largest ride-hailing service since its inception a decade ago.
Sutter Health to settle Medicare allegations for $30 million
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- A Northern California health care provider has agreed to pay $30 million to settle allegations that it overcharged the federal government for Medicare patient reimbursements.
Chevron buying Anadarko for $33B as crude prices rise
Chevron will buy Anadarko Petroleum for $33 billion in a cash-and-stock deal as the company seeks to grow stronger in deep water exploration in the gulf and the energy-rich southwest region of Texas called the Permian Basin.
Uber navigating criminal probes on road to IPO
The Latest on Uber revealing its finances ahead of its initial public offering (all times local). Uber is forging ahead with its initial public offering of stock while the government authorities and regulators...
Thousands of Amazon workers listen to recordings from Alexa: reports
Alexa is like having your own personal assistant that never asks for a raise. The problem is she’s always listening — and so are thousands of Amazon workers, according to a report.