iOS 16: What you should know ahead of major software update for Apple devices

In a matter of months, many iPhone users will get to download the latest version of iOS, and Apple is introducing some new changes. Here's what you should know about iOS 16, as well as how to download it before its official release date.

Netflix loses a million subscribers but stock rebounds

Netflix, the worldwide film and TV show and informational streaming service, officially announced that it lost just under one million customers in the last three months; less than half the loss it warned investors might be coming.

Honda key fob flaw allows hackers to remotely unlock, start certain vehicles

The key fob hack, dubbed “Rolling Pwn” by a pair of security researchers, involves a potential vulnerability in the keyless entry system of certain 2012-2022 Honda vehicles.

Twitter sues to force Elon Musk to complete his $44B acquisition

Twitter said Tuesday it has sued Elon Musk to force him to complete the $44-billion acquisition of the social media company.

Looming Elon Musk-Twitter legal battle drags on company shares

The sell-off in Twitter shares pushed prices below $35 each after Elon Musk backed out of a deal to buy the social media company for a staggering $44 billion.

Bay Area firefighters develop game-changing wildfire technology

Since the first major firestorms of 2017, high technology has been improving tools for firefighters, who still mainly work on the ground and often with little information about how the overall fight is going.

Silicon Valley remembers Prime Minister Shinzo Abe

Former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe was the first sitting Japanese Prime Minister to venture beyond San Francisco to the tech centers of the South Bay.

Elon Musk calls off $44-billion deal to buy Twitter, says fake users 'wildly higher' than 5%

Elon Musk is calling off the $44-billion Twitter deal, accusing the company of "false and misleading representations" regarding fake accounts on the platform. But Twitter has vowed to fight.

US Congressman meets with Silicon Valley's Black leadership, addresses disparity

About a dozen people gathered at Nirvana Soul in Cupertino to discuss issues and resolutions that are affecting the Black community in Silicon Valley and throughout Santa Clara County.

Sunny Balwani convicted in Theranos fraud trial

Sunny Balwani, a former executive at Theranos, was convicted on federal fraud and conspiracy charges on Thursday stemming from his leadership of the Silicon Valley start-up that crashed spectacularly. 

Electric vehicle battery myths v. facts: The debate over ‘green’

As demand for electric vehicles grows, innovation follows and companies are looking at more environmentally friendly options when it comes to the controversial manufacturing of EV batteries.

High-tech firms are announcing layoffs, hiring freezes

Last week's announcement that Netflix is laying off 300 workers — 3% of its staff — provided yet another worry that inflation in is tearing at the structure of the critical high-tech industry from where so many good jobs flow. 

Jury begins deliberations in case against Theranos executive, ex-boyfriend of Elizabeth Holmes

The federal fraud case against former Theranos executive Sunny Balwani is now in the hands of the jury. The panel began deliberating today following four days of closing arguments in the three-month long trial.

Authorities: Man gets 9 years for stealing nude images

A California man accused of breaking into thousands of Apple iCloud accounts and stealing private photos and videos of nude young women has been sentenced to nine years in federal prison.

Verizon cuts home internet rates to $25 a month

The wireless company is launching this new discount to create more affordable options for consumers.