SANTA CLARA

Santa Clara Business News

For readers in Santa Clara, this page covers business developments, corporate market shifts, company expansions and commercial operations. Reporting focuses on the organizations that define the city's economic landscape.

Stevens Gift Funds New Santa Clara Medical School

Stevens Gift Funds New Santa Clara Medical School

A $175 million pledge from Mark and Mary Stevens will establish a medical school developed by Sutter Health and Santa Clara University.

Live Poll

Do you trust wealthy donors funding medical schools to improve healthcare in your community?


Philanthropy

Live Poll

Should nonprofits strictly prohibit political activity by their board members while representing the organization?

Philanthropy

Candidate Used Charity Branding in Campaign Posts

The Santa Clara Schools Foundation implemented new guidelines after a board member used its branding for a political campaign.

Candidate Used Charity Branding in Campaign Posts

Industry

Utilities

Santa Clara Utility Adopts Satellite Leak Detection

The water utility identifies dozens of leaks using new satellite-based inspection technology.


Openings & Closings

Live Poll

Do you feel long-standing businesses add significant value to your local community?

Openings & Closings

See's Candies Celebrates 40 Years at Westfield Valley Fair

The confectionery shop marks four decades of operation at the Santa Clara mall with commemorative giveaways.

See's Candies Celebrates 40 Years at Westfield Valley Fair

Startups

Live Poll

Do you trust that you can effectively manage how AI platforms represent your personal digital identity?

Startups

Ace Reputations Secured Financing in September

The Santa Clara startup reached a $30 million valuation during an extended seed round that concluded on September 21, 2026.

Ace Reputations Secured Financing in September

Jobs

Live Poll

Do you believe it is better for local community hubs to prioritize expanding space over affordability?

Remote Work

Hacker Dojo Moved Operations to Santa Clara

The nonprofit relocated to a larger facility at 3200 Patrick Henry Drive to accommodate growing program needs.

Hacker Dojo Moved Operations to Santa Clara

Santa Clara reporting spans organizational mergers, leadership transitions, market growth and industrial trends. Coverage reaches across the city and the communities around it. Tech industry cycles and real estate development patterns dictate the rhythm of commerce here. Access to talent and housing availability for the workforce remain the most consistent constraints on regional business growth.