23 h. ago “Watched by AI Guards” Yard Sign Appears in LA Neighborhoods, Signaling the Rise of AI Employees — Replacing Human Guards

Homeowners Are Now Hiring Ranger AI Guard for Their Safety SAN FRANCISCO — A bold new security yard sign from ArcadianAI, an AI security company, is drawing attention across California neighborhoods: “Watched by AI Guards.” Unlike traditional alarm decals or video surveillance warnings, this sign signals a new era. Homes are now protected by autonomous […]

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26 h. ago Taskrabbit Reimagines the Retail Customer Experience, Launching New Integrated Solutions for Partners

New fixed-rate Partner Pages offer seamless service integration at checkout — enhancing the customer experience, reducing support costs, and driving revenue for retail partners SAN FRANCISCO — Taskrabbit, the platform connecting people to skilled, reliable Taskers from their local communities, today announced the launch of Taskrabbit Partner Pages: custom landing pages that enable retailers to […]

Economics

36 h. ago Devers ready to put Boston situation behind, start fresh in San Francisco

SAN FRANCISCO — Rafael Devers strolled into the clubhouse side-by-side with home run king Barry Bonds, a fellow left-handed slugger who San Francisco’s new big hitter has long admired from afar. “I think just looking at him, my game has already improved a lot,” Devers joked as he was formally introduced by the Giants on […]

Culture

42 h. ago University of Toronto once again ranked among best in the world

The University of Toronto has retained its crown as the top-ranked university in Canada, and one of the top 20 worldwide.U.S. News & World Report has released its annual ranking highlighting the best universities in countries around the world, and the University of Toronto was once again sitting atop the rankings for best global universities in Canada.The report — which evaluates institutions based on research performance and ratings by members of the academic community — has U of T at 16th overall among universities worldwide (tied with Princeton, Cornell and UC San Francisco) as well as the best overall in Canada.Ontario universities accounted for five of the top ten schools in Canada, with McMaster, Waterloo, the University of Ottawa, and Western also cracking the top ten.Here are the top ten universities in Canada according to U.S. News & World Report's 2025 Best Global Universities ranking:University of TorontoUniversity of British ColumbiaMcGill Univers...

Society

43 h. ago Toronto is faking it as at least 4 different cities this week for major film productions

If you're not paying attention while cruising around downtown Toronto this week, you may just look up to find yourself in Boston, Washington, San Francisco or New York City, as various film projects set in these American locales are currently underway in the downtown core.Toronto is well-known for its ability to seamlessly pass as other major metropolises, which, along with often being cheaper to film in than its U.S. counterparts, has helped shape the city's reputation as Hollywood North.Given that we were also recently crowned the best place in the world for those looking to make a career in the biz due to our gigantic and ever-growing film sector, it's no wonder that so many productions choose to shoot here, with countless movies and TV series on the go at any given time.Over the last few days, residents have spotted pockets of the city completely transformed to masquerade as various locations for big-name titles.Automobile...

Politics

48 h. ago Andersen Consulting Continues Global Expansion with Addition of Azurian Consulting

SAN FRANCISCO — Andersen Consulting bolsters its capabilities in business transformation, technology, and artificial intelligence through a Collaboration Agreement with Azurian Consulting. Founded in 2012, Azurian Consulting provides a comprehensive suite of services including digital strategy transformation, data-driven strategy, business process optimization, and change management. Based in Latin America, Azurian Consulting serves clients in a […]

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6 d. ago Trump illegally deployed National Guard, must return control to California: Judge

SAN FRANCISCO — A federal judge issued a temporary restraining order Thursday directing President Donald Trump to return control of the National Guard to California. The order, which takes effect at noon Friday, said the deployment of the Guard was illegal and both violated the Tenth Amendment and exceeded Trump’s statutory authority. The White House […]

Society

7 d. ago Andersen Consulting Adds Sidat Hyder Morshed to Platform Through Collaboration Agreement

SAN FRANCISCO — Andersen Consulting enters into a Collaboration Agreement with Sidat Hyder Morshed Associates (Sidat Hyder), a management consulting and technology services firm, strengthening its global capabilities and deepening its presence in an emerging market. Founded in 1986, Sidat Hyder provides an extensive range of services, including strategy and management consulting, HR consulting, recruitment […]

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9 d. ago Andersen Consulting Enters into Collaboration Agreement with DEX Ventures

SAN FRANCISCO — Andersen Consulting enhances its digital transformation capabilities with the addition of collaborating firm DEX Ventures, a digital marketing agency specializing in growth strategy and digital innovation. DEX Ventures offers a comprehensive suite of services that blend strategy, performance marketing, design, and digital solutions. Its offerings include growth consulting to support brand strategy, […]

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9 d. ago Horizon3.ai Raises $100M to Cement Leadership in Autonomous Security

The Future of Cybersecurity is AI Fighting AI, and Horizon3.ai is Leading the Way SAN FRANCISCO — Horizon3.ai, the company behind the NodeZero® Autonomous Security Platform, today announced a $100 million Series D funding round led by NEA, with participation from SignalFire, Craft Ventures and 9Yards Capital. As part of the investment, Lila Tretikov, Partner […]

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9 d. ago Scammers are using AI to enroll fake students in online classes, then steal college financial aid

It was an unusual question coming from a police officer. Heather Brady was napping at home in San Francisco on a Sunday afternoon when the officer knocked on her door to ask: Had she applied to Arizona Western College? She had not, and as the officer suspected, somebody else had applied to Arizona community colleges […]

Events

1 week ago Apple loses bid to halt court ruling that blocks some fees from its iPhone app store

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — A three-judge appeals panel rejected Apple’s request to pause an April 30 order banning the company from charging a fee on in-app iPhone transactions processed outside its once-exclusive payment system in a two-page decision issued late Thursday. The setback threatens to divert billions of dollars in revenue away from Apple while […]

Technology

1 week ago Apple’s loses bid to halt court ruling that blocks some fees from its iPhone app store

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — A three-judge appeals panel rejected Apple’s request to pause an April 30 order banning the company from charging a fee on in-app iPhone transactions processed outside its once-exclusive payment system in a two-page decision issued late Thursday. The setback threatens to divert billions of dollars in revenue away from Apple while […]

Technology

2 w. ago AppDirect Expands Innovative Technology Marketplace to Own Energy Procurement With Acquisition of Broker Online Exchange

As AI-driven energy demands surge, AppDirect’s forward-thinking acquisition reinforces its role as the everything store for businesses to buy, sell, and manage all critical services with the support of an experienced advisor SAN FRANCISCO — AppDirect, the world’s leading B2B commerce platform, today announced a first-of-its-kind move to power the next era of AI-driven business […]

Technology

2 w. ago Andersen Consulting Announces Collaboration with Bretteville Consulting

SAN FRANCISCO — Andersen Consulting enters into a Collaboration Agreement with Bretteville Consulting, a management consultancy known for its deep expertise in strategic transformation and operational excellence, strengthening its global platform with complementary solutions for clients around the world. Founded in France, with a presence in China, Singapore, Luxembourg, and the United States, Bretteville Consulting […]

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2 w. ago Deel Surpasses $1 Billion Run Rate, Signaling a New Era in Global HR

Deel is one of the fastest growing SaaS companies in the world SAN FRANCISCO — Leading payroll and HR company Deel announced today that it surpassed a $1 billion run rate in Q1 2025 — a significant milestone achieved in just six years since its founding. This accomplishment underscores Deel’s rapid growth, global scale, and […]

Economics

2 w. ago Missing flight attendant found naked and dancing in plane bathroom

A British Airways flight attendant was caught with his pants down — literally — after he was reported missing mid-flight, then discovered naked and dancing in a business class bathroom. The frolicking flight attendant appeared to have vanished by the time meals were served on a flight from San Francisco to London, the U.K. Sun […]

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2 w. ago Canva Accelerates Global Growth and Product Velocity With Snowflake AI Data Cloud

AI-powered insights in Snowflake are fueling personalized design experiences, accelerating B2B growth, and driving data-led innovation for the world’s leading visual communication platform SAN FRANCISCO — Snowflake (NYSE: SNOW), the AI Data Cloud company, today announced at its annual user conference, Snowflake Summit 2025, that Canva, the world’s leading visual communication platform, is leveraging Snowflake […]

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2 w. ago Yuki Releases First Industry Guide to Snowflake Optimization, Helping Data Teams Save 30

SAN FRANCISCO, May 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Yuki, the leader in automated cost optimization for Snowflake, has released its first flagship gated asset: The Ultimate Guide to Snowflake Optimization (2025 Edition), a hands-on playbook for data teams, FinOps leaders, and platform owners navigating the growing complexity (and cost) of large-scale Snowflake environments. The guide […]

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2 w. ago 6 grey whales found dead in San Francisco Bay area in less than a week

'Our team has documented more whales in the bay this year than any year in at least two decades,' the Marine Mammal Centre said in a statement.

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