SoundCloud is evolving into a more social platform with new features like playlists based on the likes of friends or favorite artists you follow. Read more: Read More
Tech Crunch – China tightens export controls on rare earth minerals once again
As the race to make ever faster semiconductors intensifies, China has once again notched up export controls on rare earth minerals as well as related mining and refining technology. Read more: Read More
El Paso Matters – City begins search for Animal Services director as advocates demand accountability in city shelter operations
The city is seeking a new El Paso Animal Services director after the previous leader’s abrupt departure – a move that comes as animal welfare advocates call for greater transparency in how…
El Paso Herald Post – Is Austin State Representative Gina Hinojosa Running For Texas Governor?
AUSTIN Tx., October 9, 2025: It’s been two weeks since Axios in a “scoop” wrote that Austin State Representative, Gina Hinojosa (D-49), will be announcing that she is running in […] The…
Tech Crunch – Tesla’s ‘Full Self-Driving’ software under investigation for traffic safety violations
The U.S.’ top auto safety agency said it had identified more than 50 reports of FSD running red lights, crossing yellow lines, or making illegal turns. Read more: Read More
Tech Crunch – Google ramps up its ‘AI in the workplace’ ambitions with Gemini Enterprise
The new product launched Thursday already has customers, including Gordon Foods, Macquarie Bank, and Virgin Voyages. Read more: Read More
Tech Crunch – DoorDash to use Serve Robotics’ sidewalk robots for deliveries in Los Angeles
DoorDash customers in Los Angeles might soon have their food brought to them by one of Serve Robotics’ sidewalk delivery bots. The two companies on Thursday announced a multi-year partnership that would see…
Texas Monthly – Some Texas community colleges remove course materials amid broader push to limit gender identity discussions
At least two community colleges, Alvin and Blinn, are also considering what they can and can’t teach to high schoolers enrolled in their fast-growing dual credit courses. Read: Read More
Texas Monthly – South Texas students have a new chance to taste the race for space
In the shadow of SpaceX, Rio Grande Valley students will have a chance to build their own rockets and launch them 11,000 feet in the air, under a program that hopes to…
Texas Monthly – A North Texas community will vote to form a city in an effort to quiet down a crypto mine
Leaders of the effort say they moved to rural Hood County for its quiet country charm, which was shattered by what locals call “that roar” from the facility. Read: Read More