Up First from NPR - Hearing For Wrongly Deported Man, Prescription Drug Prices, Harvard Battle Continues

A federal judge in Maryland questioned the Trump administration about its continued refusal to retrieve a mistakenly deported man from an El Salvador prison, President Trump signed an executive action that aims to lower drug prices for Americans, and the President threatened to remove Harvard's tax exempt status.

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Big Technology Podcast - Why China’s AI Strategy Just Might Work — With Grace Shao

Grace Shao is a Hong Kong-based writer and analyst, and author of AI Proem on Substack newsletter. She joins Big Technology Podcast to discuss China's rise in artificial intelligence, and whether (and how) it can be a global player. Tune in to hear how China's AI startups are rapidly productizing cutting-edge tech, why it keeps developing open-source models, and why it's surging in robotics. We also cover AI agents like Manus, chip shortages, and the entrepreneurial resurgence transforming Chinese tech culture. Hit play for an essential conversation on China’s AI ambitions and their global implications.


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Code Story: Insights from Startup Tech Leaders - The Gene Simmons of Data Protection – Are Your Systems Smarter Than a Threat Actor?

The Gene Simmons of Data Protection: Protegrity's KISS Method

Today, we are releasing another episode from our series, entitled The Gene Simmons of Data Protection - the KISS Method, brought to you by none other than Protegrity. Protegrity is AI-powered data security for data consumption, offering fine grain data protection solutions, so you can enable your data security, compliance, sharing and analytics.

Episode Title: Are You Smarter Than a Threat Actor? Maybe Your Current Methods Are Obsolete

In today's episode, we are talking with Eve Rajca, Senior Solutions Engineer, as she dives into the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity. As threat actors become more sophisticated, its critical to reassess and simplify security strategies. She will explore outdated methods, which can leave your data vulnerable, and discuss the importance of adopting straightforward security methods.

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  • What are some common signs that an organization's current cybersecurity methods might be outdated?
  • How have threat actors evolved in their tactics over the past few years?
  • Can you explain the concept of "security through simplicity" and why it's important?
  • How can organizations balance the need for robust security with the need for simplicity?
  • What role does employee training play in maintaining effective data security?

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Headlines From The Times - Robotaxis, 2028 Olympic Venues and a $10M Heist in Downtown LA

A dramatic Hollywood-style heist rocked downtown L.A., as thieves tunneled into a jewelry shop and made off with over $10 million in gold and gems. LA28 announced Dodger Stadium and other venues for the 2028 Olympics. Amazon’s Zoox is launching its robotaxi tests on L.A. streets this summer. And fashion retailer Revolve faces a $50 million lawsuit over hidden influencer ads.


 

The Intelligence from The Economist - Cash and checks: Argentina’s next IMF loan

For the 23rd time the International Monetary Fund will cough up, this time to the tune of $20bn. But the reforms stipulated by the loan, alongside promising changes already under way, suggest this time might be different. Near America’s border with Mexico, high-speed chases have become more common—and more deadly (9:08). And myriad uncertainties are making Europe a continent of preppers (15:08).


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Money Girl - Credit Unions: Your Financial Best Friend with Tansley Stearns

Laura interviews Tansley Stearns, a founding organizer of Backbone, a national coalition of credit unions working to ensure everyone has access to people-first financial options.

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The Daily Detail - The Daily Detail for 4.16.25

Alabama

  • Gov. Ivey signs bill into law that regulates Pharmacy Benefit Managers
  • Resolution from state lawmakers goes to WH re: Space Command HQ
  • 10 conservative bills appear to be in limbo within state legislature
  • AL's Laken Riley Act to be voted on in House this Thursday
  • Bond hearing set this Thursday for U of A student detained by ICE agents

National

  • Trump floats idea of incentivizing self deportation of illegal aliens
  • Two employees within DoD placed on admin. leave regarding leaks
  • Criminal referral sent to DOJ for mortgage fraud by NY AG Letitia James
  • Federal workers are taking up a second buyout offer from Trump Admin
  • Former federal prosecutor says Kilmar Garcia was given due process before deportation