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GeekWire Gala recap: A sweet night in Seattle as community comes together for annual holiday bash

That was sweet! The Seattle tech community came together in a big way Thursday night at the annual GeekWire Gala, as Showbox SoDo was the setting for a festive, candy-themed,… Read More

GeekWire Gala FAQ: Here’s what to know before attending our big holiday party tonight in Seattle

Tonight’s the night for the GeekWire Gala, our annual holiday extravaganza in Seattle, featuring food, drinks, music, dancing, karaoke, games and the best chance to network with more than 600… Read More

Last chance for GeekWire Gala tickets — join us this week at Seattle’s geekiest holiday party

Like a seasoned holiday shopper, you’ve proven you’re a top-notch procrastinator. But time’s up, and now you need to grab tickets to the GeekWire Gala, our annual holiday extravaganza taking… Read More

Amazon chipping in $10M in tips for customers who thank their delivery drivers during the holidays

The season of giving should also be a season of thanking — especially for the delivery drivers making sure packages get to their destinations on time. Amazon is once again encouraging… Read More

GeekWire Gala early-bird rates end this week — here’s 5 sweet reasons to attend the big bash

No need to wait until Christmas, or your holiday of choice, to discover any sweet treats in your stocking. The GeekWire Gala on Dec. 12 in Seattle is going to… Read More

GeekWire Gala early bird rates end soon — grab your ticket now to Seattle’s hot holiday party

If you’ve got a busy holiday to-do list going, make sure you bump this item to the top: secure early bird tickets to the GeekWire Gala! The cut-off to grab… Read More

Get your GeekWire Gala tickets as festive holiday party returns to Seattle on Dec. 12

The hap-happiest time of the year can also be the geekiest — so make sure your plans include the upcoming GeekWire Gala. Our annual holiday extravaganza — featuring networking, dancing,… Read More

Amazon’s new holiday ad featuring a singing janitor strikes similar tune to ‘America’s Got Talent’ winner

Dreams apparently do come true, for more than one singing janitor. Amazon’s new holiday ad, titled “Midnight Opus,” tells the story of a theater janitor whose vocal talent is discovered… Read More

Startup creates AI Santa, using its tech to facilitate believable voice calls for the naughty and nice

If artificial intelligence is indeed coming for people’s jobs, this week would be a good time to start, to help out the busiest guy on the planet. Fixie, a Seattle-based… Read More

Amazon brings back ability to use Alexa to thank and tip delivery drivers during holiday rush

Next time an Amazon package hits your front step, don’t just shout thanks through the door or at the van driving off down your street — use Alexa. For a limited… Read More

GeekWire Gala recap: Seattle community dances, sings and parties at annual bash

A frosty night inside Seattle’s Showbox Market warmed our geeky hearts on Wednesday as the tech community came together to celebrate the holidays at the annual GeekWire Gala. More than… Read More

5 good reasons to get your holiday geek on at the GeekWire Gala in Seattle

If you’ve been procrastinating and putting off holiday plans, here’s your friendly wakeup nudge: it’s December tomorrow. And the GeekWire Gala is next week! First things first — get your… Read More

Looking for a hot holiday party ticket? GeekWire Gala early-bird rates ending soon

Light up your favorite holiday suit, dress or whatever makes for festive fashion, it’s almost time for the annual GeekWire Gala in Seattle. And right now is the time to… Read More

Holiday ‘Bliss’: Microsoft’s latest ugly sweater features iconic Windows XP desktop image

The hills are alive on this year’s ugly holiday sweater from Microsoft. Throwing things back to the early 2000s, the tech giant’s latest soft-wear features “Bliss,” the default desktop image… Read More

Get your GeekWire Gala tickets today, and help give back to a nonprofit that supports young people

Today is a great time to secure your tickets for the GeekWire Gala. As part of our Giving Tuesday promotion, we’re donating $5 from each ticket sold to Junior Achievement of… Read More

Bill Gates offers his recommendations for what to read, watch and listen to during the holidays

Bill Gates is back with one of his seasonal traditions, offering three of the best books that he read in 2023 as recommendations for holiday gift givers. In a new… Read More

The GeekWire Gala — Seattle’s geekiest holiday party — returns to Showbox Market on Dec. 6

Ready to dress up and geek out? The GeekWire Gala, our annual festive holiday function, returns to downtown Seattle on Dec. 6 with a night of dancing, cocktails, karaoke and… Read More

Amazon reports ‘biggest holiday shopping weekend ever’ despite its own economic concerns

Despite concerns about ongoing inflation and warnings that it would be slowing its growth, Amazon reported its “biggest holiday shopping weekend ever” as customers flocked to the e-commerce giant for… Read More

Let’s party! Here are 5 good reasons to attend the GeekWire Gala in Seattle

We’re a week away from the return of the GeekWire Gala, a holiday tradition for the Seattle tech community. If you haven’t grabbed a ticket yet for the Dec. 7… Read More

Online shoppers spend record $11.3B on Cyber Monday, grabbing toys, electronics and more

Online shoppers broke records with $11.3 billion in spending on Cyber Monday, driving 5.8% year-over-year growth and making the day the biggest online shopping day of all time, according to… Read More

GeekWire Gift Guide: Tech leaders share ideas for gadgets, services, charity and more

If you’re looking for a tech gadget or a particular online service or cause to give as a gift this holiday season, perhaps ideas from some Pacific Northwest tech Santas… Read More

That’s a bomb sweater: Microsoft’s ‘Minesweeper’ soft-wear is a throwback to vintage video game

Just in time for the 2021 holidays, Microsoft is releasing an ugly sweater that throws the style clock back to 1990. Continuing its recent tradition of celebrating its vintage software,… Read More

Bill Gates’ holiday book list includes a brain booster, and giveaways at Seattle indy bookshops

Voracious reader Bill Gates is constantly consuming information and expanding how much knowledge his brain can hold. Fittingly, a book about understanding how the brain works and what gives us… Read More

Holiday parties in a pandemic: Tableau orders 3,500 meals to go; Smartsheet serenaded virtually; more

Looking for a way to celebrate the holiday season with employees while also injecting some much-needed support into the Seattle restaurant scene, Tableau Software placed the to-go order of the year… Read More

New wrinkle in package theft: Police say suspect used Amazon uniform to pass as delivery driver

A surge in online shopping during the pandemic could be an extra gift to so-called “porch pirates” looking to nab packages during the peak holiday season. One report from north… Read More

Uber Connect brings package delivery option to app to help get holiday gifts and more across town

Even if you’re not hopping in an Uber to visit friends or family during the holidays, the ride-hailing company is rolling out a way to at least send a package… Read More

New Amazon ad pays tribute to human spirit as it kicks off holiday season in the midst of pandemic

“The show must go on” for Amazon as the tech giant gears up for a huge holiday shopping season in the midst of the pandemic. That also happens to be… Read More

Bill Gates strikes again as Reddit Secret Santa, gifting books, LEGOs, Oreos and more to lucky user

She wanted something in the mail other than bills. She got the ultimate gifts from a Bill instead. As in Bill Gates. Everyone’s favorite Secret Santa has struck again as… Read More

Seattle-area mall employs parking tech to give last-minute holiday shoppers access to best spaces

Rather than spend time searching or competing against other drivers for the best parking spots at the mall, shoppers pressed for time in the waning days of the holiday shopping… Read More

Windows dressing: Microsoft’s latest holiday ‘ugly sweater’ soft-wear pays tribute to XP

Microsoft seems to have rebooted a holiday idea from last season and is bringing back some “ugly sweater” soft-wear that pays homage to its classic software. In a tweet on… Read More

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