Users will be able to more easily request the removal of results that include private information or non-consensual explicit imagery. Read more: Read More
Tech Crunch – Trump EPA reportedly seeks to revoke landmark air pollution rule
EPA administrator Lee Zeldin is reportedly expected to repeal the 2009 “endangerment finding” that underpins U.S. climate regulatory efforts. Read more: Read More
KTSM News – CBP set for record flower inspections before Valentine’s Day
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agriculture specialists are on track for another record-setting year as they work to keep the U.S. safe by importing cut flower…
Tech Crunch – Hauler Hero collects $16M for its AI waste management software
Hauler Hero has seen its customer base, revenue, and head count double since the company raised its seed round in 2024. Read more: Read More
Tech Crunch – India orders social media platforms to take down deepfakes faster
India’s new rules take effect February 20, tightening deepfake oversight and shrinking takedown windows to as little as two hours. Read more: Read More
Tech Crunch – Former GitHub CEO raises record $60M dev tool seed round at $300M valuation
Thomas Dohmke’s new startup offers an AI system to allow developers to better manage all the code AI agents produce. Read more: Read More
El Paso Matters – Construction project manager challenges David Stout for county commissioner seat in Democratic primary
Three-time elected El Paso County Commissioner David Stout faces Miguel Antonio Teran in the Democratic primary for Precinct 2, which covers Central El Paso and the Lower Valley. Stout, 45, a former…
Tech Crunch – Spotify hits a record 751M monthly users thanks to Wrapped, new free features
Spotify credited a successful Wrapped campaign and new features in its free tier for its rapid user growth Read more: Read More
Tech Crunch – AI video startup Runway raises $315M at $5.3B valuation, eyes more capable world models
Startup Runway has raised a $315 million round at a $5.3 billion valuation, funds it will use to expand beyond AI video generation and into world models. Read more: Read More
Tech Crunch – Proptech startup Smart Bricks raises $5 million pre-seed led by a16z
Smart Bricks is an AI-powered proptech that helps investors find high-quality real estate investments Read more: Read More