Silicon Valley

Silicon Valley

Top tech CEOs continue to earn exorbitant salaries despite company-wide budget cuts and staff reductions.

Google's mid-level employee salary increased to $331,894 in 2024, significantly less than CEO Sundar Pichai's compensation of $10.7 million.

AI-generated voices of Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg were used in California crosswalks, mocking the CEOs and disrupting a feature for visually impaired pedestrians.

Hackers have subverted crosswalk systems in Silicon Valley to broadcast prank messages impersonating Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg.

Pedestrian signals in the South Bay were hacked to play satirical messages impersonating Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg.

Silicon Valley crosswalk speakers played deepfake-style recordings of Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg, mocking them and entertaining pedestrians.

Humorous impersonations of Zuckerberg and Musk played in crosswalks in Palo Alto area, delighting pedestrians before being disabled.

Zuckerberg humorously acknowledges his social awkwardness, responding to years of being labeled a 'robot'.

Elon Musk has relocated all major companies to Texas, indicating his pivot towards a more favorable business environment.

Tesla has reached a settlement in a racial discrimination lawsuit but faces ongoing legal troubles regarding workplace racism.

A Tesla Cybertruck was vandalized in Novato, with the owner offering a $25,000 reward for information.

A Tesla Cybertruck was vandalized in Novato, sparking police investigations and community alerts for suspicious activity.

Tesla vehicles are being targeted for vandalism amid rising political tensions.

The Novato incidents are part of a broader trend of violence against Tesla cars.

Tesla is rapidly scaling up Semi truck production by hiring over 1,000 workers in Nevada to meet production goals.

Bay Area tech companies donated over $30 million to Donald Trump's inauguration, raising concerns about their political affiliations.

San Francisco's tech market is struggling, prompting Mayor Daniel Lurie to implement new strategies for retaining and attracting businesses.

The political divide in Silicon Valley is deepening, with leadership leaning conservative while workers remain predominantly liberal and disillusioned.

Nvidia's stock drop cost CEO Jensen Huang $25 billion in 2025, despite retaining significant wealth.

Nvidia dominates the AI chip market with a vital role in the tech industry.

Qualcomm's acquisition of VinAI's generative AI division emphasizes its commitment to advancing AI technology.

Punit Soni's return to India highlighted the complexities of readjusting to a culture he once knew, yet felt distant from after years in Silicon Valley.

Silicon Valley's tech elite are reshaping the dialogue about society, governance, and war with audacious, sometimes troubling ideas.

The new archetype of influence in tech commonly overlaps with defense and foreign policy discussions.

Consider alternative transportation options to alleviate transit issues in San Jose.

Boring Company Loop could be a viable solution for quick transport and cost savings.

Innovative transport systems align with San Jose's identity as a tech hub.

Crypto is disrupting Silicon Valley's traditional funding model, empowering a global community over venture capitalists.

Nvidia faces scrutiny over sales to China amid changing U.S. regulations and ongoing commitments to the Chinese market.

Nvidia's GTC significantly boosted Downtown San Jose's economy in 2025, showcasing the power of technology events to drive growth.

Chris Malachowsky's transition from pre-med to engineering was crucial to founding Nvidia, a leader in graphics computing.

Neuralink plans to raise $500 million at an $8.5 billion valuation to support its brain implant developments.

Caelux's technology enhances traditional solar panels, significantly boosting efficiency and reducing costs.

NVIDIA and Alphabet invest $150M in SandboxAQ, boosting its valuation to $5.75B and focusing on quantum computing with AI advancements.

Jesse Armstrong's 'Mountainhead' critiques the tech elite through a story of four moguls during a civil unrest-triggered getaway.

"Mountainhead" explores the tensions among tech billionaires amid global unrest, showcasing the consequences of wealth and influence.

Tech billionaires reflect on economic instability in Jesse Armstrong's new film, Mountainhead, exploring privilege amidst a financial crisis.

Waymo is progressing towards approval to operate self-driving taxis in San Jose and Santa Clara County.

Waymo's expansion signifies a major advancement in San Jose's transportation options, enhancing safety and accessibility.

The autonomous ride-hailing service aims to revitalize San Jose's downtown and improve connectivity.

Waymo seeks to expand its robotaxi services in San Jose, with support from local officials for improved transportation options.

Peter Thiel misinterprets the motifs of 'Star Wars' and 'Star Trek', linking them inaccurately to capitalist and communist ideologies.

China Miéville emphasizes that science fiction is a reflection of current societal issues, not a prediction of the future.

The launch of an Artificial Intelligence Center of Excellence in San Jose aims to foster new startups and promote local entrepreneurship.

EnActe seeks crew managers for 'A Muslim in the Midst' production.

SVCTE hosts the 19th annual Bob McTaggart Custom and Classic Car Show.

A new wave of antiheroes, exemplified by tech magnates like Elon Musk, is disrupting societal norms as they embrace their villainous potential.

xAI has acquired X for $45 billion, aiming to integrate AI with social media.

Vivian Jenna Wilson publicly critiques her father Elon Musk's views while advocating for the trans community, aiming to make her own identity known.

Vivian Jenna Wilson claims Elon Musk's liberal persona was a marketing ploy, asserting he has been right-wing since at least 2016.

Val Kilmer's portrayal of Doc Holliday in 'Tombstone' is celebrated as a perfect movie character.

AI-cloned voices of Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg were used to spoof crosswalk signals in California.

Audio-enabled crosswalk buttons in Silicon Valley were hacked to play AI-generated voices of Mark Zuckerberg and Elon Musk, raising concerns about public safety and AI intrusion.

Individuals are responding to AI saturation with satirical expression, as seen in hacked crosswalk messages from tech icons.

Hackers inserted voices mimicking tech CEOs into crosswalk buttons in California to comment on their influence.

Mass layoffs hit Bay Area in March, affecting over 600 jobs across various industries, particularly technology and life sciences.

Chevron is laying off 600 workers from its former headquarters, anticipating more layoffs to enhance organizational effectiveness and competitiveness.