Technology
On AI, Newsom gives labor most of what it demanded
The governor signed legislation to limit how workers can be terminated, overridden, or surveilled by artificial intelligence.
Technology
Technology
Newsom clamps down on California data centers as voters turn against the industry
Gov. Gavin Newsom signed seven data center bills into law on Monday, signaling a tide change toward regulation of the industry.
Technology
California is poised to get $1.4 billion for broadband. But there’s a huge catch
California’s bid for $1.4 billion in broadband funding has been five years in the making. Now the Trump administration says it must give up net neutrality and other state internet rules.
Economy
Uber ordered to pay $40 million after stranded passenger killed on highway
Arbitrator finds company liable for driver’s negligence, rejecting Uber’s arguments that it’s not responsible for a contractor’s actions.
Politics
Newsom orders California agencies to develop new AI safety plans after rejecting tougher law
Gov. Gavin Newsom on Friday ordered state agencies to develop safety regulations for artificial intelligence after vetoing tougher rules two years ago.
Technology
Data brokers have detailed files on you. Here’s what’s in them — and how it impacts you
Data brokers collect thousands of details about your finances, health and habits. See what’s in your profile, who buys it and how companies use it.
Technology
Who’s buying your personal data: Disney, GM, your insurer and bank. Here’s what they get
Consumers asked a major data broker for their files. What they got back shows interest in how fat they are, how much they drink, and how likely they are to get a mammogram, among many other characteristics.
Economy
CalPERS leaders air AI fears after Anthropic researcher’s resignation: ‘This is humanity’
The resignation of Anthropic researcher over his concerns about artificial intelligence companies "gambling with our lives" led to a discussion about the technology's risk at California's largest pension fund.
Technology
Tech companies are selling kids’ data. A new California law aims to protect their privacy
California prohibits tech companies from selling student data, but loopholes exist. A new law creates stricter rules for how companies gather and sell student data.
Mental Health
Newsom signed 13 new laws to protect kids from technology. Will they work?
Even a decade ago, the horror stories behind some of the 13 bills Gov. Gavin Newsom signed into law Thursday seemed the stuff of fiction. No more.