Mountain View’s Tech Fair Unleashes Chess Bots, Laser Cutters And Space Builders
Mountain View’s 11th technology showcase brought chess robots, space-building machines and autonomous vehicles downtown. A packed AI panel focused on keeping small businesses in control.
San Mateo Roblox Shares Tumble As Safety Push Spooks Investors
Roblox shares plunged as safety changes weighed on engagement and the company offered a sharply weaker bookings forecast. The San Mateo gaming giant is betting investors will wait for the long-term payoff.
Newsom Announces California Minimum Wage Hike To Nation-Leading $17.40
California’s minimum wage will climb to $17.40 an hour in 2027, becoming the nation’s highest statewide rate. Bay Area workers may still face higher local wage floors.
San Francisco DoorDash Hit With House Probe Over Chinese AI Models
San Francisco-based DoorDash is facing a House inquiry over its use of Chinese AI models for some workloads. The probe adds national-security pressure to a cost-saving strategy spreading through Silicon Valley.












