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Beyond oil, Venezuela’s vast mineral resources, including gold, coltan, and rare earth minerals, could become a focal point for U.S. supply chain strategy. The Orinoco Mining Arc holds enormous potential, but decades of underinvestment and governance challenges have left much of it untapped. As the U.S. prioritizes securing critical minerals for national security and clean energy goals, a restructured Venezuelan mining sector could attract significant interest if political conditions stabilize. Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck's International and Critical Minerals team are actively engaging on these issues. Read our full analysis: https://lnkd.in/eqXR_NCc  and some of our comments in Reuters: https://lnkd.in/eaxC3y7z

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Odessa, Texas comitts $140 million to a multi-sport complex designed to be the largest youth sports venue in the state. The blueprint: 10 basketball courts, 20 volleyball courts, 10 turf fields, and 12 baseball/softball fields. The Sports Facilities Companies is managing operations from day one. Event rights holders are already calling before the first field opens. "On a Tuesday night, it's a safe, lively place for practice and league play. On the weekend, it becomes a true tournament village." JD Wood, SFC Regional VP #YouthSports #SportsTourism #SportsInfrastructure #YouthSportsBusiness #YSBR https://lnkd.in/g5BmbG4x

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Houston Dynamo FC and Houston City College (HCC) have announced a partnership to make HCC an official education partner of the Club! The partnership includes the development of internship programs, student scholarships and joint community initiatives that leverage the power of soccer to inspire academic success and workforce readiness. The collaboration will also introduce the Houston Dynamo FC–HCC Scholarship Fund, which will award two annual scholarships to HCC students pursuing degrees in business, marketing, sports or community leadership. More info: https://bit.ly/43cNEuW

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SciSports Joins University of North Texas Sports Innovation Space as Inaugural Member The Sports Innovation Space at the University of North Texas is pleased to announce SciSports as one of its inaugural members. SciSports, a leading sports-analytics company, delivers data intelligence for professional & competitive youth soccer organizations and industry-standard solutions for player scouting, match analysis, and performance optimization. Founded in the Netherlands, SciSports established U.S. operations in 2023 to support leagues and clubs across North America. Since joining the UNT Sports Innovation Space in June, SciSports has progressed rapidly in developing commercial partnerships and building relationships across the Texas & neighboring South Central soccer ecosystem. The company is pursuing a strategic initiative to create statistical player profiles for youth soccer across Texas and has begun conversations with multiple professional clubs and competitive youth organizations to bring advanced analytics to player development. SciSports’ match-analysis solution already supports several Texas clubs and universities, including Rice University, El Paso Locomotive FC, HTX, and Major League Soccer’s FC Dallas. SciSports recently welcomed its first UNT student hire, senior Tori Tauch, who is completing a B.F.A. in User-Experience Design. Tori joins SciSports as a UX/UI designer and will contribute to the design and user experience of SciSports as they continue to evolve their offering here in the United States. With a base in the UNT Sports Innovation Space, SciSports is well positioned to grow its U.S. footprint and continue establishing itself as a leading analytics partner for clubs, academies, and organizations nationwide. Bob Heere Rick Scholte Erik van Mourik Arno Harmsen, Vincent van Renesse van Duivenbode

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HTX Soccer is proud to formally announce a strategic partnership with The Ballpark at League City, a premier multi-sport facility located in the heart of the community. This partnership marks a significant milestone in the clubs continued expansion and reinforces the commitment to providing first-class soccer programming to communities across the Greater Houston area. Read More ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eddPuyDW

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Arlington is set to host the Japan-Texas Economic Summit for the next three years, starting May 2026. The U.S.-Japan Council says the event will anchor bilateral trade talks and spotlight Texas as a rising hub for global business. Programming will cover supply chains, energy, AI, capital formation, and more. https://lnkd.in/embrsdPc U.S.-Japan Council • City of Arlington • Audrey Yamamoto • Steve Sakanashi #economicdiplomacy #internationalbusiness #ArlingtonTX #USJapanRelations #foreigninvestment #DFWinnovation

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A new gaming institute at The University of Texas at Austin will help position students for careers in the rapidly growing video game industry. UT’s Moody College of Communication will be home to the Karch Gaming Institute, which will be dedicated to shaping the next generation of creative leaders in the gaming industry thanks to a generous gift from Matt Karch, CEO of Saber Interactive, a worldwide video game developer and publisher, on behalf of the Karch family. https://lnkd.in/gtuEr9mt

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We’re honored to announce that TCU’s Department of History has been selected as a partner in the Department of Defense’s POW-MIA Hub & Spoke program, a national initiative to locate and identify missing American servicemembers. This fall, Matthew Kotowski, Ph.D., joins us as our inaugural DPAA Postdoctoral Research Fellow. He will collaborate closely with DPAA analysts and field teams, while also engaging TCU students and faculty in research that bridges the classroom and real-world service. Learn more about the partnership 🔗 https://bit.ly/477uqIm #LeadOnTCU Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency

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The Mosbacher Institute’s director Raymond Robertson recently shared his thoughts on the consequences of a 30% tariff on Mexican goods, to be imposed from August 1, 2025, on Texas and the American economy in The Dallas Morning News. Robertson argued serious risks of the tariff hindering a centuries-long relationship between Mexico and the U.S., focused on Trade, Migration, and Investments, disrupting prosperity to North America, including Canada. To avoid future economic harm, instead of applying the tariff, he recommends respecting existing trade agreements, streamlining legal migration and cooperating in security efforts, strengthening a mutually-beneficial regional relationship. Read the article at: https://lnkd.in/g-abFykk

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Port San Antonio pitches building an Air Force cyber/electronic-warfare campus for $1 billion less and in one-third the time, while leading U.S. advanced air mobility and lifting nearby neighborhoods.

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The University of Texas School of Law and Texas McCombs School of Business will convene the Director–Executive Summit at the The University of Texas at Austin on February 26-27, 2026. Now in its second year, the Summit serves as a premier forum for corporate directors, senior executives, and thought leaders to engage in strategic dialogue on the governance challenges defining today's boardroom. This year's program features: 🏛️ Keynote: State of the SEC with Chairman Paul Atkins and Simon Lorne An insider's perspective on the Commission's regulatory agenda, enforcement priorities, and evolving expectations for boards navigating ESG disclosure, public-private market dynamics, and heightened governance standards. 🤖 Fireside Chat: AI – Where Are We Now? Where Are We Going? Matthew Fitzpatrick (Invisible Technologies) and Eliot Cotton explore practical frameworks for AI governance, implementation realities, ethical guardrails, and board oversight of transformative technology.   ⚖️ The Evolving Landscape of Corporate Law, Redomestication and Texas Exchanges Mollie Duckworth, Van Beckwith, Russ Denton, and Senator Bryan Hughes examine strategic considerations for incorporation decisions—litigation risk management, governance flexibility, regulatory environment, and investor expectations across Delaware, Texas, and Nevada.   🤝 Joining a Controlled Company Board Krishna Srinivasan, Ryan Atlas, Maria Sainz, and Milam Newby provide real-world insights on boardroom dynamics with concentrated ownership, investor alignment, and critical considerations for prospective directors.   We extend our appreciation to our sponsors: NACD (National Association of Corporate Directors), Vinson & Elkins, PwC, Sullivan & Cromwell LLP, Latham & Watkins, and Gibson Dunn. The Summit is now at capacity with a waitlist. We look forward to two days of high-level exchange on the issues shaping corporate governance.

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This week, TAFTZ submitted comments to the U.S. Trade Representative ahead of the #USMCA review—urging action to remove outdated barriers that limit the potential of U.S. Foreign-Trade Zones. Texas leads the nation in FTZ activity, supporting thousands of jobs and billions in trade. It’s time for trade policy to match that success. See our full comments here: https://lnkd.in/gpdjM8DN #Trade #Manufacturing #TexasEconomy #ForeignTradeZones #USMCA

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Are you interested in learning about the legal aspects of sports mega-events? Next Week we are hosting a Symposium on the FIFA World Cup 2026 and North America Cooperation at the University of Houston Law Center. How will the first tri-national World Cup reshape trade, labor, governance & more? We are excited to bring together international experts to explore North American cooperation through the lens of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Learn more: https://loom.ly/_G4j5Wo #HoustonLaw #FIFAWorldCup #fifaworldcup2026 #WorldCup2026

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🎥 High school students (ages 16 and up): want REAL experience in sports media? Not a class. Not a simulation. Real broadcasts. Real crews. Real exposure. Houston Sports Live is launching its Student Media Program, giving high school students ages 16 and up the chance to work inside a live sports broadcast network covering real games, shows, and digital content. Students can learn and work in: 🎙️ On-air talent (play-by-play, host, reporter) 🎥 Camera & live production 🎬 Video editing & highlights 🎨 Graphics & motion design 📱 Social media & digital content 🎯 Producing & directing No experience required — just curiosity, creativity, and commitment. This program is designed to: ✔ Build real portfolios ✔ Teach industry-level skills ✔ Open doors to college & careers ✔ Give students a voice in their community If you love sports, media, content creation, or want to see how broadcasts actually work — this is for you. 👉 Students, parents, and educators: comment “INFO” or DM us to get involved. #HoustonSportsLive #StudentMedia #SportsBroadcasting #HighSchoolMedia #CTEPrograms #CareerConnectedLearning #SportsMediaCareers #StudentOpportunities #MediaProduction #NextGenMedia #HoustonTX #HighSchoolSports

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Texas A&M is proud to welcome the first cohort of mid-level officers from the U.S. Space Force to Aggieland for the Captain’s Leadership Course hosted through Texas A&M University - The Bush School of Government and Public Service. This unique partnership with STARCOM exemplifies our commitment to helping build a brighter, safer world by developing principled leaders who will protect our nation’s ultimate high ground – space. Through classes taught by Space Force instructors and Texas A&M faculty, participants will sharpen their skills in leadership, communication and space security. This collaboration reflects Texas A&M’s legacy of serving the nation, advancing space research and workforce development. With strong ties to the aerospace industry and workforce preparation, we offer unmatched opportunities to connect, learn and shape the future through the lens of public service. Welcome, Guardians, to Aggieland — where we stand together as a force for good. Read more about the leadership course: https://tx.ag/py9w3Hj Space Training and Readiness Command

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“It’s going to provide important relief to Texas businesses and businesses across the country who have been paying increasingly the tariffs and taxes on consumers and businesses,” said Raymond Robertson, director of the Mosbacher Institute for Trade, Economics and Public Policy at Texas A&M University. https://lnkd.in/gmMWZWxc

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