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Sara Montes de Oca

Editor in Chief of TechEchelon and an accomplished journalist and correspondent known for her work focusing on business, finance, and politics. Previously, Sara worked as a correspondent and producer in Washington, D.C., contributing to fast-paced political and news programming, with experience in editing, scriptwriting, and live broadcast production.

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    Politics

    Trump Administration Unveils Sweeping AI Action Plan Centered on Deregulation, Data Center Buildout, and Global Tech Reach

    David Sacks, the White House’s AI and crypto lead, framed the moment as a high-stakes competition with national security implications, saying the administration’s goal is to ensure the United States “wins” in AI.

    378 DAYS AGO

  2. 290
    Business & Finance

    Tesla Set to Release Q2 Earnings Amid Revenue Slide, EV Market Pressure

    Analysts anticipate earnings of 43 cents per share on revenue of $22.74 billion, based on LSEG estimates. That revenue figure would represent an 11% decline from the same quarter last year, following a 14% drop in vehicle deliveries to 384,000 units earlier this month.

    378 DAYS AGO

  3. 291
    Business & Finance

    Executive Q&A: Rohan Shivakumar on How Trees Might Help Predict Wildfires Before They Start

    That’s the groundbreaking idea behind the research of Rohan Shivakumar, a student and environmental science researcher whose latest study is in the process of being published.

    388 DAYS AGO

  4. 292
    Cybersecurity

    Mastercard Launches New Start Path Program to Advance Security Innovation

    The first cohort includes five cutting-edge startups — OneID, Scamnetic, Spec, VanishID, and Shield-IoT — selected after a competitive global application process. These companies are developing tools to combat phishing scams, protect personal data, secure IoT payment devices, and more.

    399 DAYS AGO

  5. 293
    Business & Finance

    Federal Layoffs Add Pressure to Cooling Job Market Ahead of June Employment Report

    The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), a newly formed agency under President Donald Trump’s administration, has driven aggressive cuts to the federal workforce—an effort that has already eliminated more than 280,000 positions, according to figures from Challenger, Gray & Christmas.

    399 DAYS AGO

  6. 294
    Artificial Intelligence

    New Report Details Global Community Backlash Against Big Tech's Data Center Boom

    In their latest report, _Where Cloud Meets Cement: A Case Study Analysis of Data Center Development_, The Maybe—working in collaboration with public interest firm Computer Says Maybe—has pulled back the curtain on the accelerating global footprint of hyperscale data centers.

    399 DAYS AGO

  7. 295
    Business & Finance

    Executive Q&A: Julius Franck-Oberaspach on Using Quantitative Trading to Level the Playing Field in Finance

    With a background in quantitative finance and a deep understanding of market inefficiencies, Franck-Oberaspach and his team are developing adaptive systems that prioritize resilience over speed—and transparency over opacity. The goal?

    411 DAYS AGO

  8. 296
    Politics

    Executive Q&A: Cristiano Lima-Strong on Why Tech Policy Reporting Matters More Than Ever

    At a time when artificial intelligence, platform accountability, and data privacy are dominating headlines — but still often misunderstood — Lima-Strong is working to close the gap between dense policymaking and public understanding.

    433 DAYS AGO

  9. 297
    Business & Finance

    Funding Cuts, Donor Dilemmas, and a Future at Risk: Experts Sound Alarm on “Apinions by Apierion” X Spaces

    In the latest episode of the _Apinions _X Spaces liveshow by Apierion, healthcare economist Dr. Andrea Feigl and global health strategist Michael Lindenmayer joined host Michael “Dersh” Dershem for a high-stakes discussion on the unraveling of global health funding and what comes next.

    434 DAYS AGO

  10. 298
    Business & Finance

    Executive Q&A: Mark Ang of GoBolt on Solving the Industry’s Biggest Fulfillment Challenges

    GoBolt, a tech-enabled 3PL and last-mile logistics provider, recently released its 2025 _State of Logistics Report_—a data-rich look at the key challenges and priorities shaping the year ahead for retail and DTC brands.

    442 DAYS AGO

  11. 299
    Business & Finance

    Nomi Health is on a Mission to Rebuild the U.S. Healthcare System

    Founded in 2019, Nomi Health has rapidly emerged as one of the most disruptive forces in American healthcare. Based in Orem, Utah, the company was born out of a deeply personal encounter with the healthcare system by its founder, Mark Newman, and has grown into a solution that now touches over 30 million lives across the United States.

    442 DAYS AGO

  12. 300
    Artificial Intelligence

    Tesla to Launch Robotaxi Fleet in Austin This June, Musk Confirms

    The launch will begin with approximately 10 vehicles and could scale rapidly if the pilot proceeds smoothly, Musk said during an interview Tuesday at Tesla’s Austin headquarters.

    442 DAYS AGO

  13. 301
    Business & Finance

    Tech IPOs Regain Momentum as Market Adjusts to Tariff Shock

    This week, stock brokerage platform eToro made a strong public market debut, with shares jumping nearly 29% after pricing above the expected range.

    446 DAYS AGO

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    Business & Finance

    Executive Q&A: Dr. Danielle Kelvas on Elevating Health Content with Clinical Credibility and Storytelling

    With more than a decade of clinical experience, Dr. Kelvas recognized a growing disconnect between the innovations in medical technology and the way those advancements were being communicated to providers and patients.

    447 DAYS AGO

  16. 304
    Business & Finance

    Executive Q&A: Justin Hendrix on Elevating Tech Policy Discourse and Defending Democracy in the Digital Age

    What began as a side project born from post-2016 anxieties about democracy has grown into a vital nonprofit publication. Under Justin’s leadership, Tech Policy Press serves as a bridge between expert discourse and public understanding—offering nonpartisan analysis and elevating diverse voices from around the globe.

    448 DAYS AGO

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    Artificial Intelligence

    Experts Explore the Future of One Health in Global X Spaces Discussion

    This episode of Apinions, titled “Lions, Tigers, and Vets—Oh My! One Health and Data in Action,” explored the intersection of veterinary medicine, human healthcare, and emerging technologies like AI, blockchain and predictive analytics, in what’s known as the “One Health” movement.

    469 DAYS AGO

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