Brazil’s competition watchdog has ordered WhatsApp to put on hold its policy that bars third-party AI companies from using its business API to offer chatbots on the app. The agency has also…
Tech Crunch – Converge Bio raises $25M, backed by Bessemer and execs from Meta, OpenAI, Wiz
AI drug discovery startup Converge Bio raised $25 million in a Series A led by Bessemer Venture Partners, with additional backing from executives at Meta, OpenAI, and Wiz. Read more: Read More
Texas Monthly – Nearly $100 million gone: How Austin ISD spent bond money on schools it will soon close
A $2.4 billion bond package was pitched as a way to improve campuses as the Austin school district faced mounting financial pressures and declining enrollment. Read: Read More
Texas Monthly – What you need to know before voting in Texas’ March 3 primary elections
Our detailed guide shows what will be on the ballot, mail-in voting information, voter registration requirements, important dates to know and much more. Read: Read More
Texas Monthly – Several major Texas death row appeals loom in 2026 amid drop in executions
Among the cases that are headed back to court is that of Robert Roberson, who argues he was wrongfully convicted of killing his daughter based on now-debunked science. Read: Read More
Border Report – FBI says it has found no video of Border Patrol agent shooting 2 people in Oregon
The FBI said in a court document made public Monday that it had found no surveillance or other video of a Border Patrol agent shooting and wounding two people in a pickup truck during…
El Paso Matters – Josue Borrego formally named Canutillo ISD superintendent, promises to listen to community
Josue Borrego was officially named the Canutillo Independent School District’s new superintendent Monday, promising to listen to community members, students and families as he leads. “Your voice is important. We’re eager to…
Tech Crunch – Meta-backed Hupo finds growth after pivot to AI sales coaching from mental wellness
Hupo, backed by Meta, pivoted from mental wellness to AI sales coaching for banks and insurers, and secured a $10M Series A led by DST Global Read more: Read More
KTSM News – Canutillo officially names Borrego as new superintendent
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — Canutillo Independent School District officially hired a new superintendent on Monday night, Jan. 12. The Canutillo ISD Board of Trustees voted unanimously to hire Josue Borrego, Ph.D.,…
KTSM News – Water main break floods Northeast El Paso home, leaves thousands without service
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) – A water main break over the weekend continues to impact customers in Northeast and parts of Central El Paso, forcing families from their homes and prompting the City…