Lotte and iHerb opened a robot‑run fulfillment hub in Denton that promises faster deliveries across Texas and the central U.S. as the center ramps automated operations.

Fort Worth enhances its emergency center with AI for non-urgent calls, aiming to improve response times and service without impacting critical emergency resources.

Five Dallas lawsuits accuse Texas chipmakers and a distributor of allowing U.S. components to be diverted into weapons used against Ukrainian civilians, and they seek damages and injunctive relief.

The O’Donnell Foundation committed $60 million to seed SMU’s new Energy Science, Innovation and Enterprise program and a named honors fund, with offerings set to begin in fall 2026.

o9 Solutions says SAP and three former executives misappropriated thousands of internal files to accelerate rival products; the Dallas firm is seeking injunctions and damages in federal court.

An mRNA vaccine developed by the Houston Zoo and Baylor College of Medicine appears to help elephants fight a deadly herpesvirus, with early successes at Cincinnati and other U.S. zoos. If trials hold up, the shot could cut juvenile elephant deaths worldwide.

A Fort Worth judge kept Elon Musk’s antitrust case alive against Apple and OpenAI, allowing discovery to proceed while the court weighs the merits.

Garland, MD Health Pathways launched a free pilot telehealth program for 10,000 residents, offering virtual consultations and accessible care without insurance hassles.

The Arlington Police Department expanded its Drone as a First Responder program, using drones to assess emergencies and support officers, ensuring public safety and efficient responses.

Colossal Biosciences claims the birth of two dire wolves, marking a de-extinction milestone using CRISPR. Critics and ethicists question the authenticity of such efforts, debating the ecological and ethical implications.

Lyft plans to launch autonomous robotaxis in Dallas by 2026 through a partnership with Marubeni, using Mobileye Drive technology. CEO David Risher sees the expansion as a promise to connect and serve.

Arlington has implemented a new digital traffic management system from Causeway one.network to provide real-time traffic updates for major events, starting with the Cotton Bowl Classic.

CivicPlus introduces a cloud-based recreation management system to improve park and rec admin tasks, accessible anytime, anywhere, offering a centralized solution for both staff and residents of Rockwall County, Texas.