AI dangers explained to children in new animated video

The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children has created an online, animated series to teach kids about the dangers of problematic content that can be created using artificial intelligence.

ChatGPT dietary advice sends man to hospital with dangerous chemical poisoning

Doctors warn AI lacks the medical judgment needed to properly advise on dietary needs after a patient was hospitalized with sodium bromide exposure.

USF building new college for AI, cybersecurity with help from major benefactor

Officials at the University of South Florida and a major university benefactor are planning to build a new college for Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity at USF in Tampa. 

Apple iPhone 17 series: What to know about the release date, cost and features

Apple is expected to unveil the iPhone 17 lineup on Sept. 9, with leaks pointing to design changes, upgraded cameras, and possible price increases for the Pro models.

Bipartisan pair of senators demand Instagram shut down new map feature

"This addition is a cause of particular concern for us when it comes to children and teens that are active on Instagram," the senators wrote.

Local scientist uses AI to battle mosquitos

Farhat Binte Azum, 31, believes artificial intelligence can help battle the spread of diseases carried by mosquitoes like Malaria and Dengue. 

How Hernando first responders are using drones to save lives

Drones are now a critical part of emergency response in Hernando County. Officials say the unmanned aerial systems (UAS) are doing much more than providing a bird’s-eye view — they're helping save lives and property during fires, storms, and search missions.

ChatGPT enables dangerous behavior in teens, watchdog group says

A new report from the Center for Countering Digital Hate reveals that ChatGPT provided harmful advice to users posing as 13-year-olds.

YouTube to use AI to detect kids lying about their age

YouTube is testing new AI technology to estimate users’ ages and block under-18 viewers from accessing age-restricted content, part of a broader push to improve online safety for kids.

Study reveals jobs most, least likely to be taken by AI: See the list

A new Microsoft study reveals which jobs are most exposed to generative AI disruption—historians, translators, and sales reps top the list, while hands-on labor remains relatively safe.

Here's how Americans say they're using AI, according to poll

Most adults in the United States are using AI to search for information or if they need help coming up with ideas, AP NORC's poll found.

Tea app, built for women's safety, suffers major data breach

Tea, an app designed to help women safely share information about men they date, has suffered a data breach.