Meta to stop fact-checking in the US on April 7 — Community Notes to take over
Meta will officially shut down its third-party fact-checking in the US on April 7, replacing it with a user-driven Community Notes system. Experts warn the shift could change how misinformation spreads on Facebook and Instagram.
Scammers using AI to improve toll text message scam targeting drivers: 'Constantly getting smarter'
A longtime toll text message scam is now getting more advanced as scammers are now using artificial intelligence to take advantage of potential victims. Cyber experts say it's making it much easier for criminals to steal people's money.
Signal issues statement after Trump administration chat leak: 'Gold standard'
As reports continue to come out about the Trump administration’s use of Signal, the company issued a statement to clear the air, saying its software is "the gold standard for private, secure communications."
Florida bill would restrict artificial intelligence use by insurance companies when denying claims
Florida lawmakers are moving forward with a bill that would limit the use of artificial intelligence by insurance companies when denying claims.
UF researchers using artificial intelligence to detect Parkinson's disease more accurately
Researchers at the University of Florida are using artificial intelligence to detect Parkinson's disease more accurately.
Kids with smartphones reported higher well-being than kids without, study finds
Despite kids who reported having overall better well-being compared to kids who did not own smartphones, they also admitted that using social media had negative impacts on their health.
AI will soon be taking your drive-thru orders at 500 Taco Bell, Pizza Hut, KFC locations
Yum! Brands said it is already piloting some AI solutions in select Taco Bell and Pizza Hut locations.
How Tesla 'sentry mode' busts attackers, and how owners can enable it
Tesla security has been spotlighted after recent incidents targeting the vehicles, showrooms, storage lots and charging stations.
Was Instagram down? Users reported outage issues on Thursday
Instagram appeared to be down for many users on Thursday. Here's what we know.
Medusa ransomware: CISA issues email security warning
Cyber security officials are warning email users against a dangerous ransomware scheme.
Snapchat briefly goes down for users, according to Downdetector
Snapchat users reported outages on Thursday night, with Downdetector showing a spike in issues and complaints surfacing on social media.
New fact-checks coming to Facebook: Here's when
Meta will begin testing Community Notes, a crowdsourced fact-checking system for Facebook and Instagram, on March 18. The new program replaces traditional fact-checking, a move that has sparked concern from media experts.
New USF program focused on AI and cybersecurity
The University of South Florida is taking a high-tech leap into the future, announcing Tuesday it's launching a new program focused on artificial intelligence and cybersecurity.
Hillsborough County Schools using AI to catch drivers failing to obey school bus stop signs
New videos recorded on Hillsborough County Schools buses show several drivers failing to obey school bus stop signs.
Is X down? Elon Musk claims ‘massive cyberattack’
Elon Musk said Monday that his social media platform X was hit with a cyberattack.
Trump, DHS launch new self-deportation app CBP Home
The Trump administration has introduced the CBP Home app, a new platform designed to help people in the U.S. illegally self-deport.
Alexa will soon be able to order your groceries, too
Amazon’s upgraded feature can help users when purchasing their everyday essentials. Here’s how it works.
Microsoft outage: What you need to know
Several Microsoft programs, including Microsoft 365 and Outlook, experienced outages on Saturday, according to Downdetector.
Skype is shutting down, Microsoft says
Skype, the video-calling service that was once so popular it became a verb, is shutting down, Microsoft said.
Oral arguments Friday in lawsuit challenging Florida's strict social media ban
Attorneys are giving oral arguments on Friday in a challenge to Florida's new law banning kids under the age of 14 from having social media accounts.