UT Dallas Completes Move to NCAA Division II
The University of Texas at Dallas officially begins full NCAA Division II membership on September 1 after a three-year transition process.
Opal KellerJuly 10, 20262 min read
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State Farm Launches Instant Crash Data Sharing for Claims
State Farm is introducing a new feature that allows customers to share specific vehicle data from an accident to speed up the claims process, distinguishing it from continuous telematics monitoring.
Opal KellerJuly 9, 20262 min read
State Farm, Richardson's Largest Employer, Faces Backlash Over AI Overhaul
State Farm, Richardson's largest employer, is drawing pushback over an AI-driven overhaul that rewrites its 19,000 agents' contracts, cutting pay and benefits while mandating new AI tools. The company disputes agents' estimates of the pay cuts.
Opal KellerJuly 9, 20262 min read
Demolition of Historic GEICO Building Alters Friendship Heights
The dismantling of the 1959 GEICO complex in Friendship Heights has sparked discussion about the loss of a mid-century architectural landmark.
Opal KellerJuly 9, 20262 min read
Raytheon Partners With European Firms to Boost Stinger Missile Output
Raytheon is collaborating with European defense companies to increase production of the FIM-92 Stinger missile system amid rising global demand.
Opal KellerJuly 9, 20261 min read
State Farm AI Tools Meet Skepticism in WSJ Survey
A Wall Street Journal survey indicates that agents and customers are doubtful about State Farm's new artificial intelligence initiatives for its sales team.
Opal KellerJuly 9, 20262 min read
Frisco's Temple Trustee Highlights Rising Anti-Indian Sentiment in Community
Laxmi Tummala, a trustee of the Karya Siddhi Hanuman Temple, addresses growing challenges.
Opal KellerJuly 9, 20261 min read
GEICO Sues Six Florida Clinics Over $5.2M No-Fault Fraud Claims
The auto insurer filed federal suit alleging six Miami-area clinics submitted $5.2 million in unnecessary and unlawful personal injury protection bills.
Opal KellerJuly 8, 20262 min read
Raytheon Adds European Suppliers for AMRAAM Missiles
Raytheon announced it is qualifying additional European suppliers for its AMRAAM missile program, according to a report by Defense Daily.
Opal KellerJuly 8, 20262 min read
State Farm Launches Instant Crash Data Sharing for Toyota and Lexus Drivers
State Farm and Connected Analytic Services are introducing a feature that allows eligible Toyota and Lexus owners to share specific crash data with the insurer to speed up claims processing.
Opal KellerJuly 8, 20262 min read
Cisco Selected as Official Network Supplier for R&A Golf Championships
Cisco has been named the official network supplier for the R&A, providing connectivity infrastructure for upcoming golf tournaments and the organization's new headquarters in St. Andrews.
Opal KellerJuly 8, 20262 min read
Raytheon, NATO Seek European Suppliers for AMRAAM Parts
Raytheon and NATO are expanding their multinational effort to source AMRAAM missile components from European partners to boost production capacity.
Opal KellerJuly 8, 20262 min read
State Farm Launches Instant Crash Data Sharing for Claims
State Farm introduced a new option allowing customers to share specific vehicle data from an accident to speed up claims processing, distinguishing the feature from continuous telematics monitoring.
Opal KellerJuly 8, 20262 min read
Cisco Selected as Official Network Supplier for The Open Golf Tournament
Cisco has been chosen by The R&A to provide its network infrastructure for The Open championship and the organization's new headquarters in Scotland.
Opal KellerJuly 8, 20262 min read
RTX Subsidiary Raytheon to Increase Stinger Missile Output
RTX Corp announced that its Raytheon division will double global production capacity for Stinger missiles, while the company's stock price declined slightly on July 8.
Opal KellerJuly 8, 20262 min read
State Farm Faces Backlash Over AI Tools as Agents Report Errors
More than 1,000 readers responded to reports that State Farm is deploying artificial intelligence tools to its agents, with some reporting significant data inaccuracies.
Opal KellerJuly 8, 20261 min read
The R&A Selects Cisco for AI Networking Infrastructure
The R&A has announced a multiyear partnership with Cisco to provide AI-ready network infrastructure for its championships and new global headquarters.
Opal KellerJuly 8, 20262 min read
Raytheon to Double Stinger Missile Output With European Partners
RTX's Raytheon is partnering with Diehl Defence and Dutch suppliers to double global Stinger missile production capacity in Europe.
Opal KellerJuly 8, 20262 min read
Oklahoma Judge Orders State Farm to Turn Over Internal Files
An Oklahoma judge has ruled that State Farm must release internal documents in a lawsuit alleging the insurer reduced hail and wind claim payouts through a secret scheme.
Opal KellerJuly 8, 20262 min read
GEICO Sues Six Florida Clinics Over Alleged $5.2M No-Fault Fraud
The auto insurer filed federal suit alleging six Miami-area clinics submitted fraudulent bills for unnecessary or unlicensed care under Florida's no-fault insurance system.
Opal KellerJuly 7, 20262 min read
Cisco Uses AI to Scan 1.8 Billion Code Lines in Two Months
Cisco has completed an artificial intelligence-driven review of 1.8 billion lines of software code over an eight-week period.
Opal KellerJuly 7, 20261 min read