AI models have progressed to the point where their capabilities have real political consequences. Dealing with those consequences will require collective action. Read more: Read More
Tech Crunch – Xprize founder says ‘humans behave better when they’re being watched’
Peter Diamandis is the latest tech executive to argue that global surveillance will make the world a better place, following Larry Ellison’s comments in 2024. Read more: Read More
KTSM News – Crash closes Gateway East and Lomaland, no backup reported
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — The turnaround at Gateway East and Lomaland, and the right lane of Lomaland South at Gateway West, are closed after a crash. A notification from the Texas…
Tech Crunch – Early Bird pricing ends tonight for TechCrunch Founder Summit
Save up to $190 on your pass to TechCrunch Founder Summit 2026. Early Bird pricing ends today, at 11:59 p.m. PT, after which rates increase. Register now. Read more: Read More
Tech Crunch – Robotaxis drive miles just to get cleaned and charged; this new startup wants to fix that
Aseon Labs, which came out of Y Combinator’s 2026 spring cohort, has raised $10 million from Crane Venture Partners and others. Read more: Read More
El Paso Matters – Pet fosters sought ahead of July 4; city ends armored car contract
This is your weekly news roundup, which takes a quick look at some developments in government, politics, education, environment and other topics across El Paso. Animal Services Calls for Fosters, Offers Free…
Texas Monthly – Hundreds of data centers are coming to Texas. Here’s what you need to know.
Texas is experiencing an AI-driven data center boom with at least 248 projects planned statewide. Here’s what to know about the industry’s rapid growth and the debate over its impact. Read: Read…
Texas Monthly – What Texas can learn from Japanese cities that give technology to its senior citizens
As Texas focuses on digital literacy for its elder residents, some Japanese cities are gifting low-cost devices to its older population so family can better monitor them. Read: Read More
KTSM News – Supreme Court sides with Trump administration on asylum policy at U.S.-Mexico border
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — Immigration advocates in El Paso are raising concerns after the U.S. Supreme Court ruled Thursday that migrants waiting in Mexico who have not entered the United States…
KTSM News – TEA Conservator gives perspective on school districts’ financial challenges
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — Many Texas school districts, including El Paso, are facing multi-million dollar budget deficits, after the state pulled back on some funding. Texas Education Agency Conservator Michael Hinojosa…