How Disney's partnership with the makers of 'Fortnite' is transforming the Magic Kingdom
As Disney looks to keep fans engaged, the company increasingly is turning to a video game technology across its theme parks and film and TV production.
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'The young ones are the best ones': Meta on trial for alleged effort to hook kids
A trial got underway Tuesday in California's multibillion-dollar lawsuit against Meta, a case that experts say could have major implications for how social media companies operate and target young users.
OpenAI introduces 'ChatGPT for Teens' as AI safety concerns mount
The San Francisco tech company has faced lawsuits that allege ChatGPT is harming young people. OpenAI said its product for teens will have more safety protections.
Serve Robotics partners with Grubhub after Uber exit
Consumers from the Los Angeles region who order through Grubhub will soon have some of their orders delivered by four-wheeled robots.
Hollywood strikes first AI copyright truce with ByteDance
The Motion Picture Assn. said it reached an agreement with ByteDance over its AI tools.
Meta, fighting accusations of hurting kids, is dealt major blow over key witness
A federal judge dealt a blow to Meta just days before a blockbuster trial where the company is accused of developing products that are addictive to children.
A venture capital-backed coffee chain debuts in L.A. Are locals buying it?
New York-founded coffee shop Blank Street has opened its first L.A. location in Studio City with automatic machines that can produce eight simultaneous espresso shots, up to 700 per hour. But residents are split on whether the chain benefits the neighborhood.
Stone Brewing lays off employees as it moves production away from Southern California
Stone Brewing and Bumble Bee Foods announce layoffs.
Why have private equity firms taken an interest in buying professional sports teams?
The booming business of sports has attracted a flood of private equity investment and even the most notable franchises require the influx of cash to keep up in the arms race.
Shaky future of Spectrum's Lakers channel adds more drama to the team's sale
Spectrum, which closed its deal to buy Cox this week, would like to exit the regional sports channel business.
Charter finalizes $34.5-billion Cox takeover, bringing Spectrum to millions more customers
With the $34.5-billion purchase, Cox customers in San Diego, Las Vegas and Phoenix will soon get Spectrum service — and the Dodgers channel, ending a long TV drought.
Insured with State Farm? It may have a $100 check for you
State Farm is paying roughly $100 to millions of auto insurance holders as part of a $5-billion cash-back dividend.
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