Stephen Council

Stephen Council is a technology reporter at the San Francisco Chronicle, covering big tech companies and their impact on society. He has been reporting on issues related to technology and business for over a decade, with a focus on Silicon Valley and its influence in the world of tech. His articles often explore the ways in which major tech companies operate, their interactions with regulators and governments, and the effects of their actions on consumers and society as a whole. Council has written extensively about SpaceX, Apple, Hims & Hers, and other prominent technology firms.

Biography:  https://www.sfgate.com/author/stephen-council/

47%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermines the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
Analysis.OverallConflictOfInterestScore * 0.3F + Analysis.OverallBiasScore * 0.3F + Analysis.DeceptivenessScore * 0.3F + Analysis.ReadabilityScore * 0.1F

A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

The Daily's Verdict

This author has a poor reputation for journalistic standards and is not considered a reliable news source.

Bias

85%

Examples:

  • The author seems to have a slight bias towards reporting the negative aspects of companies and their actions.
  • The author uses strong language to describe the situation, such as

Conflicts of Interest

0%

Examples:

  • No conflicts of interest were identified in the articles provided.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • In one article, the author contradicts themselves by stating that Apple employees outnumbered customers at the Vision Pro launch, but also mentioning that there were more than a dozen people lined up for the launch.
  • The author contradicts themselves in another article by stating that SpaceX is moving its headquarters due to laws attacking families and companies, while also mentioning that California has taken away kids from families.

Deceptions

45%

Examples:

  • In another article, the author claims that Apple employees outnumbered customers at the Vision Pro launch, but also mentions that there were more than a dozen people lined up for the launch.
  • The author uses misleading information to describe the situation in one article by stating that SpaceX will move its headquarters due to laws attacking families and companies, without providing evidence for this claim.

Recent Articles

Elon Musk Moves SpaceX and X Headquarters from California to Texas Over Controversial Gender Identity Law

Elon Musk Moves SpaceX and X Headquarters from California to Texas Over Controversial Gender Identity Law

Broke On: Wednesday, 17 July 2024 Elon Musk, CEO of SpaceX and Tesla, announced on July 16, 2024, the relocation of both companies' headquarters from California to Texas due to a new law limiting parents' rights to know about their child's gender identity and safety concerns. The moves follow Tesla's shift in 2021 and could signal an industry trend amid high living costs and regulations.
Hims & Hers Health Offers Compounded GLP-1 Weight Loss Drugs at Fraction of Brand-Name Costs: What You Need to Know

Hims & Hers Health Offers Compounded GLP-1 Weight Loss Drugs at Fraction of Brand-Name Costs: What You Need to Know

Broke On: Monday, 20 May 2024 Hims & Hers Health offers GLP-1 weight loss drugs at a fraction of the cost through partnerships with compounded injectable medication manufacturers, despite FDA concerns and potential adverse events. The move comes as demand for these drugs soars due to their effectiveness in aiding weight loss efforts. Prices start at $199 a month, significantly lower than brand-name versions like Wegovy and Ozempic.
Apple's Vision Pro: A VR and AR Headset with Unique EyeSight Feature

Apple's Vision Pro: A VR and AR Headset with Unique EyeSight Feature

Broke On: Saturday, 03 February 2024 Apple's Vision Pro headset combines VR and AR technology, offering a high-resolution VR headset with AR functionality that allows users to interact via hand gestures. The EyeSight feature uses lenticular lenses and film to create a 3D effect for viewers on the outside.