Semiconductor Trade Fight: Netlist asked the U.S. International Trade Commission to block Micron memory chips, alleging patent infringement tied to AI products from Google, Nvidia and Broadcom. AI + Energy Politics: Texas Senate candidate Angie Nixon says she’d co-sponsor Bernie Sanders’ push for a federal moratorium on AI data centers, arguing they can repeat environmental harm patterns seen at Superfund sites. SpaceX in Texas: Starship reached orbit after a Texas launch and deployed Starlink satellites, while analysts and NASA mission planners continue to watch for engine and reliability risks. Medical Breakthrough (Texas): MD Anderson-led ROADS trial found radioactive collagen tiles during brain surgery improved tumor control and overall survival versus standard postoperative radiation. Public Health Warning: A University of Maryland study says ending Florida’s MMR mandate could trigger the biggest measles outbreak in nearly 50 years, with Texas already seeing clusters. Care Workforce Tech: Keep Safe Care is buying four caregiver-recruitment websites to build a lower-cost national platform launching in early 2027. Defense Comms Drill: ARTRANS tested battle-staff communications across a 1,200-mile Gulf corridor using PACE architecture during simulated blackouts. Grid Planning Under Uncertainty: ERCOT CEO Pablo Vegas and others discussed how Texas can make better long-term investment decisions despite weather, regulation and supply-chain shocks. Rare Earth Supply Chain: Texas is highlighted as a hub for rare-earth sourcing, as policy and permitting pressures mount.