Geothermal & energy policy: A U.S. push to speed next-generation geothermal is gaining momentum, with new drilling and closed-loop tech drawing big data-center interest—including a Nevada-linked project that already feeds power to local facilities. ITAD & data security: Blancco will demo and panel at the ITAD Summit at The Bellagio in Las Vegas, focusing on streamlining IT asset processing to cut labor touchpoints and processing costs. Defense tech: Eva Live formed an Eva Defense advisory board and named two veterans to guide military-grade AI-enabled drone and communications product development. Mining & exploration: Black Bear Minerals’ Independence gold project in Nevada cleared a “compelling” scoping study, projecting a ~$511M post-tax NPV, 64% IRR, and ~1.4-year payback for a heap-leach plan. Autonomous mobility: Delta Air Lines is adding CES 2027 Las Vegas capacity from Asia with extra peak-day flights. Safety & infrastructure: Nevada Highway Patrol is investigating a serious head-on crash on U.S. 50 near Glenbrook; impairment is suspected. Water & industry risk: Arizona lawmakers criticized a federal Colorado River proposal, arguing it would cut Lower Basin water shares far more than the Upper Basin. Power & climate: A heatwave across the West is driving heightened wildfire risk, with Las Vegas hitting 115°F.