The Bodyguard: Paying for internet execs’ security
It’s a scary world out there — and increasingly so for Internet execs.
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Companies showcase hot items at Stanford’s Cool Product Expo
What are the toys, gadgets and snacks of the future? Visitors to Stanford University’s Cool Product Expo made their guesses Wednesday as they sampled products from 35 startups.
Off-market transactions frequent in competitive Silicon Valley real estate frenzy
In the midst of America’s technology hub, Silicon Valley’s real estate market is experiencing competitive activity. With low inventory and high demand, some homebuyers and sellers are opting for off-market sales.
Female programmers in demand as EA releases more games for girls
EA is releasing more games that appeal to female gamers, which comprise 42 percent of the overall video game market.
Filoli mansion is a window into 20th century California [VIDEO]
Woodside California’s Filoli mansion draws crowds looking to go back in time. The estate was built in the early 20th century and has found new popularity, as period dramas like PBS’s “Downton Abbey” attract audiences.
SunPower’s solar ranch kicks off a wave of larger solar projects [VIDEO]
California Valley Solar Ranch, now under construction in San Luis Obispo, is one of more than 15 large-scale solar projects scheduled for construction in in the state.
CEO’s dedication is behind Genomic Health’s cancer tests
From personally raising funds for new cancer tests, to knowing almost all her employees names and buying neon bikes for them to ride around campus, Kim Popovits leads Genomic Health.
Labor rights, controversial Yelp reviews and school funding highlight the Peninsula Report (PODCAST)
Is Yelp hiding small businesses’ good reviews? Will schools ever see promised funds from redevelopment agencies? What are the lives of “the help” — domestic workers in the Bay Area — like today? Find out on the Peninsula Report podcast.
Palo Alto’s Varian Medical grows, provides cancer treatment globally
Palo Alto-based Varian Medical Systems, a medical device and software manufacturer specializing in cancer treatment and X-ray imaging, has acquired two other medical companies in six months.