Can Tech Get Rid of Bad Trips?

Plex is set to begin enforcing restrictions on free remote streaming access this week, with Roku users being the first to experience these changes. This marks a significant shift in Plex's streaming policy, which has previously allowed more open access to its services.

The Trump Administration is prioritizing the review of new chemicals intended for use in data centers, a move that experts warn could expedite the approval of new types of forever chemicals with minimal regulatory oversight. This shift raises concerns about the potential environmental and health impacts associated with these substances.

Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has lifted a $180 million cap on its proposed immigrant-tracking program, now offering up to $280 million in guaranteed payouts to private surveillance firms involved in tracking immigrants.

Sam Bankman-Fried, the founder of FTX, is actively pursuing a legal appeal two years after being found guilty of fraud. He has also resumed activity on his X account, signaling a renewed effort to engage with the public and potentially influence perceptions surrounding his case.