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Amazon CEO reportedly raised Anthropic Fable concerns prior to U.S. order forcing models offline

Andy Jassy was reportedly among the tech leaders who flagged security risks in Anthropic's newest AI models to senior Trump administration officials — an awkward turn for Amazon, which has invested billions in the AI lab. Read More

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World Cup Kicks Off In Seattle Today: What Residents Need To Know

Seattle is poised to host the FIFA World Cup 2026, bringing global attention and one of history's largest sporting events to the Pacific Northwest, with six matches scheduled at Lumen Field from June 15 to July 6, notably including a Juneteenth fixture.

Hip-Hop Activist: Plastics Are The New Civil Rights Fight

Rev. Lennox Yearwood Jr., a minister, community activist, and Air Force veteran, is featured in the Netflix documentary "The Plastic Detox," advocating for Black communities to reduce exposure to microplastics and petrochemicals. He highlights these substances as critical factors in environmental injustice and widespread health issues.

Jalen Brunson’s MVP-Winning Performance Cements His Legacy As The Greatest New York Knick Of All Time

New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson delivered a historic 45-point performance in Game 5 of the NBA Finals, leading the franchise to its first NBA Championship in 53 years. This monumental effort has cemented Brunson's legacy as the greatest Knickerbocker in team history.

Report: Seattle using AI to route certain 911 calls — without caller knowledge or public review

Denmark-based Corti's AI has been listening to all Seattle 911 medical calls and prompting dispatchers to route certain patients to a nurse-staffed Texas call center rather than send an ambulance, the Times found. Read More

Supreme Court To Decide If Migrants Detained For Months Must Receive Bond Hearings

The Supreme Court has agreed to determine the legality of detaining noncitizens for prolonged periods without a bond hearing. This decision carries significant implications for the Trump administration's immigration policies, which have reclassified certain immigrants into mandatory detention. The case centers on individuals, including green card holders convicted of aggravated felonies, held for months or years without judicial review of their detention.

Fox Is Buying Roku For $22 Billion

Fox has announced its acquisition of Roku, the prominent streaming platform, in a substantial $22 billion transaction. This strategic move aims to merge Fox's diverse content portfolio, including sports, news, and entertainment, with Roku's extensive device ecosystem and user base, positioning the combined entity as the third-largest player in US television by viewing share.

Coffee town meets its matcha: Robots help power ex-Axon leader’s Seattle beverage startup Vale

Luke Larson is buzzing about matcha and his plans to build Vale into a Seattle-born beverage empire — think Starbucks, but make it matcha — scaling from a handful of local cafes and mobile bars to a nationwide network of thousands of automated machines. Read More

The Obama Presidential Is A Model For Equitable Growth

The Barack Obama Presidential Center is emerging as a transformative investment on Chicago's South Side, designed to stimulate economic growth and foster civic engagement. This initiative is projected to generate significant economic activity and create numerous jobs, serving as a beacon of hope and a model for equitable community development.

As World Cup Kicks Off in Seattle, Beacon Hill Latinos Express Mixed Feelings

For some residents of Beacon Hill, the games are a time to celebrate with family and friends; for others, a time to keep their guard up about possible ICE enforcement.

Week in Review: Most popular stories on GeekWire for the week of June 7, 2026

See the technology stories that people were reading on GeekWire for the week of June 7, 2026. Read More