California
Microsoft lays off thousands in latest cuts to state’s tech industry
There was more bad news for the tech sector Wednesday as Microsoft announced reductions to staff, preparing for thousands of layoffs worldwide, including in its gaming division.The cuts add...
Tinder rolls out mandatory face verification for California users
West Hollywood-based Tinder is now requiring facial recognition scans for all users in California as part of its efforts to build trust among users and reduce the prevalence of...
Why California Remains the Epicenter for Gen Z Led Creator Startups
California has always attracted dreamers who are ready to go the extra mile, but Gen Z is reshaping that story. Armed with smartphones, editing software, and a willingness to...
California Senate passes bill that aims to make AI chatbots safer
California lawmakers on Tuesday moved one step closer to placing more guardrails around artificial intelligence-powered chatbots.The Senate passed a bill that aims to make chatbots used for companionship safer...
Hailee Steinfeld Marries Josh Allen in Stunning California Wedding
Hailee Steinfeld and Josh Allen are forever singing in perfect harmony. The Sinners actress and Buffalo Bills quarterback tied the knot in a stunning California ceremony May 31 after two years of...
LinkedIn cuts 281 workers in California as tech layoffs continue
LinkedIn, the professional social network where people search for work, is shedding jobs.The Microsoft-owned tech company has cut 281 workers in California, a notice filed this week to the...
Demi Lovato Marries Jordan “Jutes” Lutes in California Ceremony: All the Details
For Demi Lovato and Jordan “Jutes” Lutes, their two worlds have officially collided. The Camp Rock alum married the “Sleepyhead” singer on May 25 in California, with the bride wearing a Vivienne Westwood...
Newsom proposes slashing funding to California newsrooms by $20 million citing budget issues
Gov. Gavin Newsom proposed slashing funding by 67% for a pioneering deal with Google to support struggling California newsrooms, citing financial pressures that have promoted wider budget cuts.California newsrooms...
Surge AI is latest San Francisco startup accused of misclassifying its workers