Australia was the first country to issue a ban in late 2025, aiming to reduce the pressures and risks that young users may face on social media, including cyberbullying, social media addiction,…
Tech Crunch – Amazon Fire TV’s new interface is now rolling out in the U.S.
Fire TV’s new interface simplifies its layout and navigation and adds Alexa+. Read more: Read More
Border Report – DHS shutdown has no clear off-ramp: 5 takeaways
There’s no end in sight for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) shutdown as both sides point fingers while seemingly moving no closer to a resolution. The Senate left town on Thursday…
Tech Crunch – Apple Podcasts is getting an enhanced video experience this spring
By bringing an enhanced video podcasts viewing experience to its app, Apple is aiming to keep users from turning to rival platforms to watch their favorite shows. Read more: Read More
Texas Monthly – Stephen Colbert blasts CBS for nixing James Talarico interview
The late-night host said the network feared running afoul of new FCC guidance directing shows to give equal airtime to political candidates. Read: Read More
Tech Crunch – Here are the 17 US-based AI companies that have raised $100m or more in 2026
Three U.S.-based AI companies raised rounds larger than $1 billion so far in 2026 with 14 others raising rounds of $100 million or more. Read more: Read More
Tech Crunch – India bids to attract over $200B in AI infrastructure investment by 2028
India is ramping up shared AI compute, adding 20,000 GPUs as part of a broader push to attract global AI investment. Read more: Read More
Tech Crunch – Snapchat launches creator subscription in the U.S.
Snapchat will let creators set their monthly subscription price. Read more: Read More
KTSM News – 2 people seriously hurt after Border Highway crash
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — Two people were seriously injured after a crash on Tuesday morning, Feb. 17, on the Border Highway near Spur 1966, according to the El Paso Police Department….
El Paso Matters – Public safety spending pressures city’s long-term financial outlook
The city of El Paso is facing a financial crossroads as leaders look to generate more revenue, including possibly increasing existing fees and implementing new ones, to help offset ballooning expenses driven…