AI self-replication: Machine intelligence can now replicate independently
Artificial intelligence models can now create smaller AI systems without the help of a human, according to research published.
Cruise suffers downfall, sees layoffs amid mounting safety issues
More than 900 workers at Cruise were notified by email Thursday that they had been let go. The layoffs come after months of safety issues plaguing the autonomous vehicle company owned by General Motors.
New movie has social media scratching heads over 'Texas and California' alliance
"Civil War," being produced by A24, is about a dystopian future of the U.S. with at least 19 states, including Texas and California, seceding from the country and rallying against the federal government. However, it isn't the premise of the film that has people scratching their heads.
Artificial Intelligence pairs caregiver students with elderly patients
Anyone who has sought out caregiving help for an older adult knows it can be expensive, time-consuming and difficult to find the right fit.
Apple makes security changes to protect users from iPhone thefts
Stolen Device Protection can prevent criminals from using your passcode to change your Apple account.
Pro-Palestinian protests to be held outside Meta Menlo Park headquarters
A group of people plan to gather for a protest outside of the Meta headquarters in Menlo Park on Tuesday afternoon.
Boyfriend charged with murder in stabbing of tech worker at Presidio Heights home
A San Francisco man has been charged in the death of his girlfriend, who was found dead inside the couple's Presidio Heights condo, according to prosecutors.
Candidates for Silicon Valley congressional race collectively raise over $1M
With primary elections quickly approaching in March, campaign dollars are rolling in for candidates hoping to be the next Congress member representing Silicon Valley.
Doctors say AI is a 'game-changer' for number 1 killer of Americans
Heart disease is responsible for one in five American deaths.
Two Russian nationals indicted for cyber hacking on behalf of Russian government
A federal grand jury filed an indictment Thursday against two Russian nationalists in an ongoing investigation regarding sophisticated hacking incidents here in the U.S., as well as abroad.
PG&E fleet of drones inspect and help replace power lines
PG&E is touting the advanced capabilities of its drone system
23andMe data breach: Hackers accessed data of 6.9 million users
Hackers were able to access profiles using usernames and passwords from other online platforms where customers reused their same passwords.
UK boy wants Apple to redesign its 'offensive' nerd emoji
A U.K. boy says Apple's nerd emoji is offensive.
Canceled -- literally: Bay Area comedian's shows nixed after pro-Palestinian jokes
A comedian was no longer welcome at a comedy club due to some of his posts about the Israel and Hamas War.
Apple releases urgent software update for all iPhone users: What you need to know
Apple discovered security gaps in WebKit, the company's web browser engine.
TikTok, Meta, X CEOs to testify before US Senate on child safety in January
The Senate Judiciary Committee is holding a hearing scheduled for Jan. 31 where five major social media platform CEOs will testify on online child exploitation.
Environmental group blasts billionaire-backed plan for new city in Solano County
The "California Forever" project ignores voter-approved plans for orderly growth in Solano County, according to the Sierra Club.
Sports Illustrated parent company denies publishing AI-generated articles, blames third party
The parent company of Sports Illustrated is denying accusations that the popular magazine had published articles attributed to fake author profiles using fabricated bios and AI-generated photos.
Apple NameDrop: Why police agencies are issuing warnings after iOS17 update
What is Apple's NameDrop feature in iOS17 update, and why are police agencies issuing warnings about it? How do you turn NameDrop on or off?
New iPhone update with 'Name Drop' sparks privacy warning: 'Help keep your kids safe'
The new "NameDrop" feature allows your contact information to be shared with anyone who places their iPhone next to yours.