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Data Matters Privacy Blog
1 week ago
EU data protection

EU Formally Adopts World's First AI Law - Data Matters Privacy Blog

EU adopts groundbreaking AI Act as the world's first comprehensive legislation on AI
EU aims for AI Act to have significant global impact as GDPR
49ers Webzone
3 days ago
San Francisco 49ers

Andy Reid praises 49ers' Brock Purdy, has advice for Kyle Shanahan

Brock Purdy impresses Andy Reid with his performance as 49ers quarterback
Andy Reid praises Brock Purdy's skills and leadership qualities
www.theguardian.com
2 days ago
Left-wing politics

Biden bump is real': president gains on Trump in six battleground states

Biden gaining in battleground states
Trump ahead in some key states
Washington Post
2 days ago
OMG science

Birds, bees and even plants might act weird during the solar eclipse

Eclipses impact nature
Scientists study plant and animal behavior during eclipses
Kqed
2 days ago
San Francisco

San Francisco Will Continue Enforcing Gas Ban in New Buildings Despite Berkeley's Repeal of Similar Rules | KQED

Berkeley repealed a law banning gas lines in new construction after a legal challenge. Other cities in California have similar bans. Legal disputes are causing some jurisdictions to reconsider their plans.
Mail Online
6 days ago
OMG science

New GHOST SHARK with feathery fins discovered 2,500 feet under the sea

Scientists discovered new ghost shark species near Phuket, Thailand after genetic testing.
The new species has distinct features like black, feathery fins and gigantic green eyes.
NBC Sports Bay Area & California
1 week ago
San Francisco Giants

Snell addition gives Giants much-needed arm, caps huge offseason

The addition of Blake Snell strengthens the Giants' rotation.
Farhan Zaidi's strategic moves have significantly upgraded the Giants' roster.
Therecord
1 week ago
Privacy professionals

FTC investigating Reddit plan to sell user content for AI model training

FTC probing Reddit's user-generated content licensing to AI companies
Reddit's plans face criticism for selling user content for AI training
The San Francisco Chronicle
5 days ago
San Francisco

The San Francisco Car Break-In Tracker

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Using this map, you can track, in close to real time, the car break-ins and break-in attempts in San Francisco.
Ars Technica
1 week ago
OMG science

This stretchy electronic material hardens upon impact just like "oobleck"

Conductive polymer films toughen up in response to impact, similar to oobleck's behavior.
Polymer-based electronics aim to be lighter, cheaper, smarter, and responsive to body movement.
SFGATE
1 week ago
San Francisco Giants

How could the SF Giants let the voice of the ballpark go over money?

Renel Brooks-Moon not able to reach a new deal with the Giants, named Public Address Announcer Emeritus.
Swift fan backlash against Giants for letting go of the voice of the ballpark over money.
Washington Post
1 week ago
US politics

Trump dominated Florida's GOP primary. But he didn't beat his own 2020 numbers.

Trump won 81% of GOP vote in 2024 primary, less than 93% in 2020.
Analysts note potential enthusiasm gap among Republicans in 2024.
Marketing Dive
1 week ago
Marketing

Retail media's rise increasingly reliant on offsite programmatic media, report finds

Retail media spending in the U.S. to grow 30% this year, driven by offsite programmatic media.
By 2025, retail media is projected to reach $81.6 billion, nearly a quarter of total U.S. digital ad spending.
AdExchanger
1 week ago
Marketing tech

How A Regional Grocer Is Taking Advantage Of The Retail Media Revolution | AdExchanger

Dierbergs Markets adapted to modern changes like online sales and home deliveries.
Dierbergs prioritizes staying a grocer over becoming a technology company.
www.mediaite.com
1 week ago
Women

Stormy Daniels Feels Guilty For Other Trump Sex Accusers

Stormy Daniels reflects on her encounter with Trump and feels partially responsible for not stopping his alleged sexual misconduct.
Daniels emphasizes the impact of Trump's behavior on his brazenness and aggressiveness, expressing self-blame for not intervening sooner.
49ers Webzone
1 week ago
San Francisco 49ers

Steelers reportedly interested in trading for 49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk

The Jacksonville Jaguars were interested in trading for Brandon Aiyuk but found the asking price high.
The Pittsburgh Steelers are now reportedly looking to work out a deal with the 49ers for Brandon Aiyuk.
Streetsblog
1 week ago
San Francisco

Commentary: The West Portal Tragedy and the Unfathomable Cost of Motordom - Streetsblog San Francisco

Cities should prioritize safety over parking and free movement of automobiles
San Francisco faces challenges in implementing Vision Zero initiatives
Medium
1 week ago
San Francisco

How to spend St. Patrick's Day in San Francisco

San Francisco offers various ways to celebrate St. Patrick's Day.
Events include Irish singalongs, parades, and authentic Irish pubs.
AdExchanger
1 week ago
Marketing tech

Razorfish's Chief Data Officer On How Agencies Can Cope With Signal Loss | AdExchanger

Agencies should prepare for cookie loss even if Google's deadline is missed
Brands are shifting towards building first-party data sets and alternative identifiers.
Mission Local
1 week ago
San Francisco

'Is San Francisco still liberal?' is a silly question

Election coverage can lead to premature conclusions
Defining progressivism in local contexts can be complex
SFGATE
2 weeks ago
San Francisco Giants

The SF Giants had a great offseason. They also had a terrible offseason.

There's an old adage that goes: "You can't please everyone all the time."But whoever coined that phrase clearly didn't consider the San Francisco Giants ' offseason.
TechRepublic
2 weeks ago
Information security

5 Benefits of Passwordless Authentication

Passwordless technology is on the rise to combat password overload and security risks.
Benefits of going passwordless include cost savings, improved productivity, and enhanced security.
San Francisco Chronicle
1 week ago
California

California's high-speed rail needs $100 billion to finish - scrapping the project is a possibility

California's high-speed rail project has teased residents with recent renderings of how its futuristic trains and massive stations would look.
Iapp
2 weeks ago
EU data protection

EDPS finds European Commission's use of Microsoft 365 violates GDPR

The European Data Protection Supervisor found the European Commission's use of Microsoft 365 violated GDPR provisions.
The Commission allegedly did not ensure proper protection of personal data transferred outside the EEA with Microsoft 365.
McCovey Chronicles
2 weeks ago
San Francisco Giants

Monday BP: Did the Giants do J.D. Davis dirty?

The San Francisco Giants waived J.D. Davis despite his contributions and professionalism on the team.
The Giants' treatment of Davis during the offseason raised questions about their communication and handling of players.
www.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago
Left-wing politics

Biden Pushes Lower Health Care Costs and Takes a Dig at Trump

President Biden is promoting proposals to reduce health care costs in his budget, including capping insulin prices and limiting out-of-pocket drug costs.
Despite Biden's efforts to lower health care costs, many Americans are unaware of his accomplishments, potentially impacting his re-election campaign.
ESPN.com
2 weeks ago
San Francisco 49ers

Pass-rusher Floyd agrees to contract with 49ers

Leonard Floyd agrees to a two-year, $20 million contract with the San Francisco 49ers.
Floyd, a former Bears player, achieved significant success with the Buffalo Bills before joining the 49ers.
NBC Sports Bay Area & California
3 weeks ago
San Francisco 49ers

What Sorensen, Staley bring to 49ers after reported hires

Nick Sorensen and Brandon Staley interviewed for 49ers' defensive coordinator job with both expected to be hired. Sorensen will be promoted to defensive coordinator, and Staley will join as assistant head coach.
Sorensen emphasized generating turnovers, leading the 49ers to excel in this area with impressive interception numbers during his time with the team.
Medium
3 weeks ago
San Francisco

Scented SF Symphony performance smells like success to me

A futuristic combination of light, sound, and scent mesmerized attendees at a San Francisco Symphony performance.
The performance of Alexander Scriabin's Prometheus aimed to immerse the audience in synesthetic experiences through fragrance and lighting effects.
www.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago
US politics

A Big Night but Will It Matter?

Biden's State of the Union speech boosted fundraising
Traditional campaign moments may not sway undecided voters
49ers Webzone
3 weeks ago
San Francisco 49ers

Chargers insider links Joey Bosa to 49ers

After trading for Chase Young last season, the San Francisco 49ers continue their search to stabilize the edge opposite Nick Bosa along the defensive line.Young is slated to become a free agent.
www.fastcompany.com
2 weeks ago
Privacy professionals

Microsoft says Russian hackers continue to attackand stole some of its source code

State-sponsored hackers, backed by Russia, continue to target Microsoft's systems and have successfully stolen source code repositories.
Obtaining source code allows hackers to understand software programs, potentially leading to follow-up attacks.
www.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago
San Francisco

Has San Francisco Lost Its Liberal Soul?

San Francisco voters passed two surprising ballot measures: empowering police and requiring drug treatment for welfare recipients.
Mayor Breed defended the progressive values behind the measures, emphasizing public safety and drug treatment.
NBC Sports Bay Area & California
3 weeks ago
San Francisco 49ers

Report: Ulbrich, 49ers had mutual interest before Sorensen hire

The 49ers promoted Nick Sorensen to the defensive coordinator position after considering Jeff Ulbrich from the New York Jets.
Despite Ulbrich's success with the Jets, the 49ers opted for an internal hire with Sorensen.
www.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago
San Francisco

San Francisco Chronicle Declares Its City Can No Longer' Be Called Progressive' After Voters Reject Agenda

The San Francisco Chronicle declared the city no longer progressive after passing ballot measures loosening restrictions on police and welfare screening.
Voters backed moderates shifting the local Democratic leadership away from progressives.
www.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
San Francisco

A local's travel guide to the San Francisco Bay Area: what to eat, see and do in three days

San Francisco is more than its famous landmarks, offering a diverse and vibrant lifestyle.
Renting a car in the Bay Area provides easy access to beautiful destinations beyond San Francisco.
Funcheap
3 weeks ago
San Francisco

SF Waterfront Flood Study: South Beach / Mission Bay Walking Tour

The Port of San Francisco invites visitors to a Walking Tour in Mission Creek/Mission Bay to explore the Southern Waterfront and learn about its history, importance, and ecology.
Online registration is recommended for the event as walk-ups may not be admitted due to capacity constraints.
Therecord
4 weeks ago
Privacy professionals

FTC's Khan warns tech industry that agency will strictly enforce AI data privacy

FTC will regulate AI tools for consumer privacy protection
Clear rules being set for data use in AI model training
www.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago
San Francisco

Almost 70% of California homeless people live on the street. A new bill aims to change that by building shelters

California lawmakers propose bill to fast-track building tiny homes and temporary shelters statewide.
Shift towards scaling up shelter options as a quicker and cost-effective way to address homelessness.
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