Musk to slow down political spending: 'I think I've done enough' The billionaire executive was Trump's biggest donor in 2024. Now, however, he is planning to cut back his spending on politics, he said on Tuesday. Bobby Allyn
Verizon ends DEI policies to get FCC's blessing for its $20 billion Frontier deal It's the latest big company to back away from its diversity pledges to keep the U.S. government happy. Maria Aspan
Labor watchdog opens investigation into DOGE whistleblower claims after NPR reporting DOGE employees demanded the highest level of access to the labor agency's systems, according to a whistleblower and reporting from NPR. The whistleblower said sensitive data then left the agency. Jenna McLaughlin
Why top tech CEOs joined Trump on his trip to Saudi Arabia Several major tech CEOs joined President Trump on his trip to Saudi Arabia this week. It's part of a thaw in the once-strained relationship between Big Tech and the oil-rich state. Bobby Allyn
Seattle considers smart kiosks ahead of FIFA World Cup. Privacy advocates say that could be risky With Seattle set to host six FIFA World Cup matches next year, the Downtown Seattle Association is urging the City Council to green-light a plan to install up to 80 interactive digital kiosks across the city's business districts. Noel Gasca
Is AI the future of America's foreign policy? Some experts think so Large language models like ChatGPT and DeepSeek are increasingly being looked at for their potential to help make decisions in high-stakes situations. Scott Neuman
Elizabeth Holmes' partner raises millions for new biotech testing startup The incarcerated former Silicon Valley star is advising her partner on a new health tech startup. Holmes was convicted of defrauding investors in her blood-testing company Theranos. Bobby Allyn
Trump tightens control of independent agency overseeing nuclear safety NPR has learned that rules must now be vetted by the White House and that the administration is drafting an executive order that could loosen radiation limits. Geoff Brumfiel
From apps to gadgets, 'Second Life' considers how tech is changing having a baby When Amanda Hess learned her unborn child had a genetic condition, she turned to the internet — but didn't find reassurance. "My relationship with technology became so much more intense," she says. Tonya Mosley
Economists warn Trump's research cuts could have dire consequences for GDP President Trump has proposed slashing federal scientific funding. Economists say the long-term consequences could be dire. Geoff Brumfiel