Colleges defend ‘content creator’ degree programs
Several universities are launching degree programs focused on content creation and social media careers, though some critics question the long-term professional value of these specialized majors.
Several universities are launching degree programs focused on content creation and social media careers, though some critics question the long-term professional value of these specialized majors.
States seek $1.4 trillion -- yes, trillion -- from Meta over alleged harm to kids
A trial is set to begin Tuesday in federal court in Oakland, California as four states are pushing for Meta to pay $1.4 trillion over allegations that its platform is addictive for underage users.
A trial is set to begin Tuesday in federal court in Oakland, California as four states are pushing for Meta to pay $1.4 trillion over allegations that its platform is addictive for underage users.
St. Pete grassroots group calls for more oversight of Flock camera network
A new grassroots group is pushing for more oversight of St. Petersburg's Flock camera network, saying residents should have a greater say in how the technology and the data it collects are used.
A new grassroots group is pushing for more oversight of St. Petersburg's Flock camera network, saying residents should have a greater say in how the technology and the data it collects are used.
USF researchers test AI dashcam to track hurricane road damage
A University of South Florida engineering professor and affiliate faculty member with the Center for Urban Transportation is testing a new artificial intelligence dashcam to assist post-storm recovery efforts.
A University of South Florida engineering professor and affiliate faculty member with the Center for Urban Transportation is testing a new artificial intelligence dashcam to assist post-storm recovery efforts.
Map: Flock cameras targeted by vandals across US
Rising incidents of vandalism and law enforcement misuse connected to license plate readers are sparking alarm over how widespread the Flock cameras have become nationwide.
Rising incidents of vandalism and law enforcement misuse connected to license plate readers are sparking alarm over how widespread the Flock cameras have become nationwide.
Mike Beltran sues political group over doctored campaign image
Former State Rep. Mike Beltran sued a political action committee that he says forged an image of him that did not depict reality, and that it failed to disclose it was built with AI — as required under Florida law.
Former State Rep. Mike Beltran sued a political action committee that he says forged an image of him that did not depict reality, and that it failed to disclose it was built with AI — as required under Florida law.
Polk County Public Schools joins other districts in banning smart glasses
Polk County Public Schools joined other school districts in the Tampa Bay area by banning Ray-Ban Meta glasses and similar wearable smart technology from classrooms.
Polk County Public Schools joined other school districts in the Tampa Bay area by banning Ray-Ban Meta glasses and similar wearable smart technology from classrooms.
Florida to begin testing 'flying cars' and air taxis by end of 2026, DeSantis says
Florida plans to begin testing electric "flying cars" (eVTOLs) at the 775-acre SunTrax testing facility in Polk County by the end of the year.
Florida plans to begin testing electric "flying cars" (eVTOLs) at the 775-acre SunTrax testing facility in Polk County by the end of the year.
How new heat meters protect student athletes in Hillsborough County sports complexes
Hillsborough County installed heat stress meters at local sports complexes to protect youth athletes from dangerous extreme temperatures during outdoor practices.
Hillsborough County installed heat stress meters at local sports complexes to protect youth athletes from dangerous extreme temperatures during outdoor practices.
Flock Safety to tighten surveillance rules, audit checks following backlash
Flock Safety, the surveillance technology company announced Thursday that it is making changes to its platform intended to quell privacy concerns and address documented abuses of its system by some members of law enforcement.
Flock Safety, the surveillance technology company announced Thursday that it is making changes to its platform intended to quell privacy concerns and address documented abuses of its system by some members of law enforcement.
Flock camera vandalism: Surveillance devices damaged in St. Petersburg, Sarasota
Flock cameras in St. Petersburg and Sarasota were damaged over the weekend, leaving both devices offline.
Flock cameras in St. Petersburg and Sarasota were damaged over the weekend, leaving both devices offline.
Pasco County Schools launches all-in-one mobile app ahead of new school year
Pasco County Schools is rolling out an all-in-one app as students head back to class on Thursday morning.
Pasco County Schools is rolling out an all-in-one app as students head back to class on Thursday morning.
Haines City officer arrested for misusing Flock cameras to track estranged wife: Officials
A Haines City police officer is accused of misusing Flock camera databases to track his estranged wife's car, according to officials.
A Haines City police officer is accused of misusing Flock camera databases to track his estranged wife's car, according to officials.
Tampa police warning: Why back-to-school photo boards pose risks
As children across the Tampa Bay area head back to school this week, police are warning parents to think twice before posting those popular first-day-of-school photos on social media.
As children across the Tampa Bay area head back to school this week, police are warning parents to think twice before posting those popular first-day-of-school photos on social media.
Trump Media posts massive $238M loss, plans major business pivot
Trump Media & Technology, the company owned by President Donald Trump, posted a $238 million loss over the past three months, prompting the business to pivot to a new focus on users' social media use.
Trump Media & Technology, the company owned by President Donald Trump, posted a $238 million loss over the past three months, prompting the business to pivot to a new focus on users' social media use.
UF researchers developing AI-powered tool to predict deadly water bacteria
The Florida Department of Health reported that a second person has died this year after contracting Vibrio vulnificus, as University of Florida researchers develop an AI-powered forecasting tool to predict water conditions.
The Florida Department of Health reported that a second person has died this year after contracting Vibrio vulnificus, as University of Florida researchers develop an AI-powered forecasting tool to predict water conditions.
Gov. DeSantis touts electric air taxis set for testing in Florida by end of 2026: 'Dream into reality'
Gov. Ron DeSantis highlighted the state's efforts to develop and test the next generation of transportation Monday, including electric air taxis and self-driving vehicles.
Gov. Ron DeSantis highlighted the state's efforts to develop and test the next generation of transportation Monday, including electric air taxis and self-driving vehicles.
Anthropic AI agent created fake accounts to trick real people in security test, AISI says
An AI agent tried using fake accounts and social engineering to convince someone to approve malicious code without being told to do so.
An AI agent tried using fake accounts and social engineering to convince someone to approve malicious code without being told to do so.
Meta ordered to pay $567 million for youth mental health treatment
A New Mexico judge has ordered Facebook and Instagram parent company Meta to pay $567 million to confront the impact their platforms have had on young users.
A New Mexico judge has ordered Facebook and Instagram parent company Meta to pay $567 million to confront the impact their platforms have had on young users.
St. Petersburg flock cameras: Police chief defends license plate readers
As debate grows over Flock cameras, the automated license plate reading cameras, St. Petersburg Police Chief Anthony Holloway is defending his department’s use of them.
As debate grows over Flock cameras, the automated license plate reading cameras, St. Petersburg Police Chief Anthony Holloway is defending his department’s use of them.