USF doctor enters final year of research to see if AI can detect vocal diseases

Three years into a project using artificial intelligence and voice to detect diseases and disorders, a University of South Florida laryngologist is ready for the next step in helping patients.

Saying ‘please’ and ‘thank you’ to ChatGPT is costing OpenAI millions, says CEO

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman says saying “please" and “thank you" to ChatGPT costs the company “tens of millions" due to energy demands, but he believes the cost is worth it.

What to know before using AI to turn yourself into a Barbie doll or action figure

Turning yourself into a Barbie or action figure with AI has taken over social media – but experts say you should think twice before hitting "generate." 

St. Pete plans to use A/I to reduce traffic

It almost doesn’t seem to matter the time of day; brake lights and bumper-to-bumper traffic are all too common in the Tampa Bay Area. 

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.

New laws hitting Florida's books when the clocks strike midnight

Beginning January 1st, several new laws are taking effect in Florida, including a teen social media ban and new penalties for interfering with first responders.

MacDill conducting test flights on refueling tankers using artificial intelligence

At MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa, KC-135 Stratotankers fly around the world refueling warplanes in midair, but one takeoff had a different purpose.