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Demands grow for ICE accountability, but Trump administration cutbacks leave fewer options
The White House is defending DHS tactics during immigration raids across the U.S. that bystanders say have been too aggressive, including the fatal shooting in Minneapolis.
NBC News - Jan 09, 2026 6:24pm EST
Illicit Crypto Flows Climbed to $154 Billion in 2025 as Nation States Evade Sanctions, Report Finds
Gizmodo - Jan 09, 2026 4:51pm EST
OpenAI and SoftBank announce $1 billion investment in SB Energy as part of massive AI buildout
OpenAI and SoftBank agreed to invest $1 billion into a SoftBank-backed energy provider as the companies prepare for a massive buildout of AI data centers.
CNBC - Jan 09, 2026 3:49pm EST
Watch: Video filmed by ICE officer shows moments before Minneapolis shooting
Cell phone video that appears to be filmed by ICE officer Jonathan Ross shows the moments leading up to the fatal shooting of 37-year-old Renee Nicole Good in Minneapolis. Good can be seen speaking to officers from her car ahead of the incident.
NBC News - Jan 09, 2026 3:37pm EST
Elon Musk’s X threatened with UK ban over wave of indecent AI images
Guardian UK - Jan 09, 2026 3:34pm EST
Puerto Rico's forgotten military bases become crucial in Trump’s plan for ‘American dominance’
Military facilities in Puerto Rico are being revived following the U.S. capture of Venezuelan's leader, leaving residents wondering whether it's short-lived and what will come next.
NBC News - Jan 09, 2026 3:22pm EST
Boffins probe commercial AI models, find Harry Potter
Register UK - Jan 09, 2026 3:17pm EST
Stevie Wonder’s Rule for AI at CES 2026—‘Make Life Better for the Living’
At CES 2026, Stevie Wonder offered a simple test for tech. And in the smart glasses boom, the most persuasive tools aren’t about perfect sight but day-to-day independence.
Scientific American - Jan 09, 2026 2:56pm EST
California is completely free of drought for the first time in 25 years
Other Western states, however, are experiencing a "snow drought."
NBC News - Jan 09, 2026 2:51pm EST
Lately: Grok’s deepfake problem, the best of CES and a pause on startup visas
Plus, the genius and pitfalls of vibe-coding
The Globe and Mail - Jan 09, 2026 1:40pm EST
Intel stock jumps 10% after CEO meets with Trump as U.S. stake doubles value
President Donald Trump praised Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan following their meeting and the boost to U.S. chip manufacturing.
CNBC - Jan 09, 2026 1:30pm EST
Why January is the best time to remove personal data online
Scammers reset their target lists every January using refreshed data broker profiles. Learn why this month is crucial for protecting your personal information.
Fox News - Jan 09, 2026 1:16pm EST
Neighbor of slain Ohio couple called 911 days before to report someone 'smashing on my door'
"I think they're trying to get in. They're banging on my doors," the 911 caller said.
NBC News - Jan 09, 2026 1:09pm EST
Elon Musk's X limits some sexual deepfakes after backlash, but xAI's Grok still makes them
Musk was facing mounting pressure from regulators, lawmakers and some users.
NBC News - Jan 09, 2026 12:34pm EST
Amazon Pharmacy starts offering Novo Nordisk's Wegovy weight loss pill
Eligible customers with insurance can pay as little as $25 for a one-month supply of the drug, while cash-paying options start at $149 a month, Amazon said.
CNBC - Jan 09, 2026 12:20pm EST
Andreessen Horowitz raises $15 billion, as VC firm goes big in infrastructure, defense
Ben Horowitz, the firm's co-founder, said the latest fundraising is equal to 18% of all venture capital dollars allocated in the U.S. in 2025.
CNBC - Jan 09, 2026 11:50am EST
NASA to bring space station astronauts back to Earth weeks early due to medical situation
NASA earlier delayed a planned spacewalk with ISS Commander Mike Fincke and flight engineer Zena Cardman.
CNBC - Jan 09, 2026 11:33am EST
Senators urged Apple and Google to remove X and Grok from app stores over sexual deepfakes
“Turning a blind eye to X’s egregious behavior would make a mockery of your moderation practices,” three Democratic senators wrote to Apple’s and Google’s CEOs.
NBC News - Jan 09, 2026 11:08am EST
Gizmodo - Jan 09, 2026 10:45am EST
No 10: Grok changes ‘insulting’ and make deepfake creation a ‘premium service’
The changes to Grok come after regulator Ofcom said it made ‘urgent contact’ with X.
Evening Standard - Jan 09, 2026 10:38am EST