venturebeat VentureBeat Transform 2019 Promises Practical Enterprise AI Strategies VentureBeat's Transform 2019 conference in San Francisco brings together 200 speakers to explore practical enterprise AI applications across six critical tracks. The event features a new Conversational AI Summit and highlights key areas like computer vision, IoT, and organizational transformation.
bird Bird Scoops Up Smaller Rival Scoot in Push for Market Consolidation Bird agrees to acquire smaller mobility startup Scoot, marking the electric scooter giant's first full acquisition and signaling potential market consolidation.
facial recognition San Francisco Becomes First US City to Ban Facial Recognition San Francisco officials vote to outlaw facial recognition technology by city departments to protect civil liberties. The groundbreaking ordinance also establishes strict oversight rules for other surveillance tools.
facial recognition San Francisco Becomes First US City to Ban Government Facial Recognition San Francisco outlaws the use of facial recognition technology by city agencies, citing serious privacy and bias concerns. The landmark legislation also mandates strict oversight and public disclosure of any existing surveillance tools.
facial recognition San Francisco Facial Recognition Ban Leaves Private Sector Unregulated San Francisco becomes the first US city to ban government use of facial recognition, but the ordinance does not restrict private companies from deploying the controversial technology.
facial recognition San Francisco Becomes First City to Ban Government Facial Recognition San Francisco officials vote to prohibit city agencies from using facial recognition technology, citing serious privacy and civil liberties concerns. The groundbreaking legislation positions the city as a leader in the fight against invasive surveillance.
facial recognition San Francisco Becomes First US City to Ban Government Facial Recognition San Francisco outlaws facial recognition technology for police and city agencies, becoming the first U.S. city to implement such a ban. The new ordinance also mandates strict disclosure and approval rules for other surveillance tools.
facial recognition San Francisco Becomes First US City to Ban Facial Recognition San Francisco officially outlaws the use of facial recognition technology by police and other city agencies, citing serious privacy and civil liberties concerns. The groundbreaking measure makes the city the first in the United States to implement such a sweeping ban.
facial recognition San Francisco Becomes First Major US City to Ban Government Facial Recognition San Francisco's Board of Supervisors passes the Stop Secret Surveillance Ordinance, prohibiting city agencies from using facial recognition technology. The new law focuses on accountability and requires government departments to seek approval before acquiring new surveillance equipment.
andreessen horowitz Andreessen Horowitz Joins Peers With New San Francisco Office Venture capital giant Andreessen Horowitz opens a San Francisco office later this year, ending its long-standing resistance to leaving Menlo Park.
y combinator Y Combinator President Sam Altman Steps Down Amid Major Accelerator Shake-Up Sam Altman transitions from his role as Y Combinator president to chairman as the accelerator undergoes significant operational changes. The company is relocating its headquarters to San Francisco and expanding the size of its startup batches.
cnbc CNBC Tech Check Delivers Morning Tech Updates From San Francisco CNBC's Tech Check morning briefing provides the latest technology news and market updates straight from the heart of San Francisco's financial district.
venturebeat VentureBeat Seeks Disruptive AI Startups for Transform 2019 Innovation Showcase VentureBeat is currently accepting applications for its Innovation Showcase at the Transform 2019 conference, offering AI companies a chance to present on stage to industry leaders. Up to fifteen finalists will gain valuable exposure to investors and millions of readers.
cruise Cruise and DoorDash to Test Food Delivery Using Self-Driving Cars in San Francisco Cruise and DoorDash partner to test food and grocery delivery using self-driving vehicles in San Francisco.