Google launches no-password log in feature

The passkey feature gives users a new option over a password or two-step verification.

Council votes to end city-mandated parking minimums for new developments

If approved, Austin would join a growing list of U.S. cities that have eliminated or reduced municipal parking mandates, says Austin City Council member Zo Qadri.

Austin police, Texas DPS give update on partnership to Austin City Council

Austin City Council was briefed on the Austin Police Department and Texas DPS partnership. It's a partnership that was put in place a month ago to help with the police staffing shortage.

Apple, Google team up to stop creepy tracking tactics

The two companies submitted a proposal to set standards for combatting secret surveillance on Apple’s AirTag trackers and similar devices.

Central Florida Tourism Oversight District files lawsuit against Disney in ongoing feud

Days after Disney sued Florida’s governor in federal court for what it described as retaliation for opposing the state’s Parents Rights in Education law, members of Disney World’s governing board — made up of Gov. Ron DeSantis appointees — authorized a lawsuit Monday against the entertainment giant.

Former Apple employee ordered to serve jail time, pay restitution for fleecing the company

Dhirendra Prasad’s sentencing for two charges — conspiracy to commit mail fraud and wire fraud and conspiracy to defraud the U.S. — stemmed from an alleged plot that lost Apple over $17 million.

Disney files lawsuit against Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis over 'retaliatory' actions against Walt Disney World

Disney filed a lawsuit Wednesday against Florida Governor Ron DeSantis following months of legislative actions by the state that Disney has described as retaliatory and anti-business.

Lost iPhone survives 33 days under water off Hawaiian coast

A Minnesota man gave up on retrieving his iPhone after dropping it while on vacation, but the phone had a lot more endurance than he thought.

Residents express continued concerns over Rainey Street

While not on the Public Safety Committee meeting agenda, residents voiced concerns for safety in the Rainey Street District during public comment, including loved ones and friends of Jason John.

ESPN hit with layoffs as parent company Disney cuts costs

Disney CEO Bob Iger announced in February that the company would reduce 7,000 jobs either through not filling positions or layoffs.

Disney suspends fire effects worldwide after fire during Disneyland Fantasmic show

Disneyland officials said all cast members were evacuated from Tom Sawyer Island and no injuries were reported. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.

Activists call on City Council to denounce alleged racial profiling by DPS troopers

Activists from the organization PODER called for the mayor and Austin City Council to denounce alleged racial profiling by DPS troopers. DPS has jointly operated with APD since March.