Tech

OpenAI and Amazon sign $38B deal for AI computing power

OpenAI and Amazon have signed a $38 billion deal that enables the ChatGPT maker to run its artificial intelligence systems on Amazon’s cloud computing services.

Firefighters use a new type of extinguisher to deal with EV and lithium battery fires

Firefighters in Hollywood are using Cold Cut Cobra, a cutting extinguisher that deals with EV and lithium battery fires.

‘Wasteful spending’: Broward’s Arts Metaverse and DEI programs called out in DOGE audit

Broward County is proud of its new “Art Metaverse,” a virtual 3-D platform that makes the county’s public art collection accessible online. But the state of Florida has flagged the $175,000 project as part of what it calls wasteful spending.

Miami International Auto Show offers hands-on rides, classic cars for enthusiasts

Buckle up for a fun walk through memory lane — and the future of automobiles at the Miami International Auto Show.

AOL is finally shutting down its dial-up internet service

AOL’s dial-up internet is finally taking its last bow.

United Airlines deals with flight delays after ‘tech disruption’

United Airlines announced that a technology disruption affected flights on Wednesday evening.

Sex trafficking victims in cases involving Backpage have until Feb. 2 to file compensation petitions: DOJ

The U.S. Justice Department recently announced that sex trafficking victims in cases that involved Backpage ads should file a petition for compensation before Feb. 2 for review.

Iranian ‘cyber actors’ pose threat amid conflict with Israel

Federal agents have warned about “advanced persistent threat” hackers affiliated with the Iranian Government’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.

Renting private space for dogs becomes more popular in South Florida with SniffSpot app

The network of an app that allows dog owners to rent a private space for their beloved pets to have off-leash play has been growing.

Skype’s final farewell: Microsoft shuts down app, moves to Teams

It’s the end of an era for Microsoft Skype.

American Airlines to add free Wi-Fi perk

American Airlines will offer travelers free Wi-Fi on most of its flights in the near future.

23andMe files for bankruptcy protection

Attorneys for the San Francisco-based personal genomics and biotechnology company 23andMe filed for bankruptcy protection.

South Florida students earn prestigious spots in world robotics competition

Two South Florida schools will be taking part in a world robotics championship.

BCPS students win top marks at South Florida esports championship

Two Broward County Public Schools have earned bragging rights after winning the championship in the inaugural Minecraft Education South Florida Showdown.

Microsoft set to retire Skype after more than two decades

It's the end of an era for Microsoft Skype. The video conferencing app will be shut down in May, according to Microsoft.

Miami’s first fully robot-run restaurant serves up high-tech cuisine

The future of dining has arrived in Miami, and it’s cooking dinner, too.

Apple’s crash detection feature reunites mother and son after lake crash in Broward

Fatima Rispo said her beeping phone woke her up early Saturday morning. She had received an automatic notification that her son had been in a car crash in Broward County. The message sent shortly before 2:50 a.m. included the location: Valentine Lake in Pompano Beach.

Roblox updates safety systems and parental controls

Digital games platform, Roblox, has introduced updates it says will protect younger users and help give parents and caregivers more control and clarity.

FIU introduces robot chef in dining hall, elevating college dining experience

Students at Florida International University can now enjoy their favorite cafeteria meals prepared by a robot.

Social Media: Blessing or curse? Experts warn of risks for teens, give safety tips

Dr. Sanjay Gupta, a neurosurgeon and host of the Chasing Life podcast, points out that teenagers have grown up with social media as an integral part of their lives. For many, it defines their entire world.

Feds help investigate ransomware used in cyberattack against North Miami government

Saying “It’s just business,” ransomware criminals engaged in a cyberattack against the North Miami government this week.

New 4-D imaging technology helps South Florida doctor revolutionize sinus surgery

A new high-tech tool is helping patients breathe easier, and a South Florida doctor is one of the first to use it. This week’s Healthcast takes a closer look at how 4-D imaging is revolutionizing a well-known procedure.

Cybersecurity firm takes responsibility for tech outage, warns about ‘malicious activity’

CrowdStrike’s software update to Microsoft computers impacted the operations of American Airlines, Delta, United, Spirit, and Allegiant on Friday at Miami International Airport and Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport.

FAA works with airlines to recover from IT systems crash

Sting operation nets UCF vice chair after hookup app users turn to public parks

Deputies used Sniffies, a service advertised as a “map-based hookup app for gay, bisexual, and bicurious men” — and allegedly so did the vice chairman of the University of Central Florida Board of Trustees.

NSU’s Levan Center partners with RobotLAB to help provide real world experience in robotics, AI

In today’s Technically Speaking report, Local 10’s Gio Insignares explains how a local institution is helping people keep pace by providing real world experience in robotics and artificial intelligence.

Hackers take down 23andMe, target users of Jewish ancestry

Hackers who profit from stolen data have taken down a California-based consumer genetics company that millions of customers had trusted in the United States and Canada.

Mistrust to blame for organization’s AI bans, new study finds

Security issues and data privacy are the main reasons one in four organizations are banning the use of Generative Artificial Intelligence, or GenAI, according to Cisco’s new study.

Stolen car with owner’s Apple AirTag helps detectives find Miami-Dade chop shop, records show

Aerial views of a residential property in Miami-Dade County show a yard in shambles. The satellite view on county property records shows about half a dozen parked vehicles. Google Map’s satellite view shows about a dozen vehicles — some without a hood.

Drone deliveries with Wing app deliver for 2 Walmart stores in Texas

In 30 minutes or less, drones are delivering packages from two Walmart Supercenters in Lewisville and Frisno in Texas.

South Florida company hopes to change the way the world drinks water

“Enhanced Hydration” – that’s what one South Florida company is promising it can do with water -- amplifying its natural properties to transform it into a liquid supplement and antioxidant.

South Florida-based company develops ‘physical therapy’ for your hearing

In today’s “Technically Speaking” report, Local 10′s Gio Insignares walks us through the technology that hopes to make hearing more efficient and the emotional reason behind its start.

Meet FIU’s first-of-its-kind interactive robot bartender

Whether it’s a glass of wine, a cold beer or your favorite cocktail, there are plenty of ways to unwind after a long day. But what if the person making you that drink was unlike anything you’ve seen before?

Kai Cenat to face charges over giveaway mayhem in New York City, chief says

There was chaos around Kai Cenat, a Twitch live streamer and YouTuber, during his Playstation 5 giveaway event on Friday at New York City’s Union Square.

South Florida-based company focuses on bridging communication gap for the deaf & hard of hearing

In this week’s “Technically Speaking” report, Gio Insignares shows us how one local company is using its technology to try and create a future of accessibility and inclusion for everyone.

Netflix boosts new subscribers after password sharing change

Netflix has reported a boost in new subscribers less than one month after changing password sharing rules in the United States.

How to join Twitter Spaces event with DeSantis, Musk

Gov. Ron DeSantis is launching his presidential run amid an ongoing feud with the Walt Disney Co. The conflict started last year.

Miami-Dade-based entrepreneur supports musicians with free ‘talent incubator’

Making music is one thing. Getting noticed is another. A free platform with a Miami-Dade connection is aiming to change that. Thomas Hibbler — better known as “Tommy Gunz” — believes it already has.

Miami’s Wynwood gets its own interactive metaverse, soon to have AI-powered pets

Wynwood, one of Miami’s most popular neighborhoods, is taking a step into the future with the launch of a new metaverse.

Local 10 gets exclusive look at MCSO’s newest underwater vehicle

The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office dive team now has brand new eyes in the water: a remote-operated vehicle (ROV) with a high-tech camera and a multi-beam sonar.

South Florida company believes they have the transportation solution to traffic troubles

We’ve seen the growth of drones and autonomous vehicles, but this next step in transportation isn’t that far away, and it promises to change how we get to and from our destinations by not just leaving the ground but putting the power in your own hands.

Experts grow concerned about potential misuse of artificial intelligence

Amid the expansion of artificial intelligence applications for military and civilian use, more experts are growing concerned about the possible misuse of the technology.

People in Miami may not see human being on next Uber Eats order

Robots, that's right robots, may soon be delivering your next Uber Eats restaurant order.

Could you work in the metaverse soon? Founders of South Florida company think so

The changes to work life since the COVID-19 pandemic have made a lot of things easier, from commute time, meetings, phone calls and even training. But what if the next step in the evolution of work involved employees jumping into the metaverse?

Google says its AI does not have feelings after engineer posts remarkable interaction

Google is pushing back against claims that one of its artificial intelligence (AI) programs has become so advanced that it has gained consciousness.

Miami tech company uses VR to bring real estate into the metaverse

Yupix wants to bring real estate into the metaverse with the virtual reality technology they have to offer.

Miami NFT Week kicks off Miami Tech Month

Friday is the start of the inaugural Miami NFT Week, a three-day event kicking off Miami Tech Month, highlighting the digital industry and its future.

Beach-cleaning robot drives pollution-fighting into the future

BeBot, the battery- and solar-powered beach cleaning robot, is here to suck up all the junk we humans leave behind.

Lane Bess says flight to outer space was life-changing

Lane Bess was one of the six passengers who flew aboard Jeff Bezos’s Blue Origin’s New Shepard on Saturday in Texas.

Father and son from South Florida get ready to blast off aboard a Blue Origin space capsule

A father and son from South Florida are getting ready for their flight to space aboard a Blue Origin space capsule on Saturday.

NFTs are the buzz of Miami Art Week. So what are they?

NFTs, or non-fungible tokens, are pieces of digital content built and managed on a blockchain — a digital system used by Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies to keep track of transactions and ownership.

Digital secret Santa? Amazon launches new option for gift giving this holiday season

Just in time for the holidays, Amazon Prime members who shop on the Amazon app can begin sending gifts, without the recipient’s address.

Fraudsters impersonating Federal Trade Commission steal victims’ financial info

Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody warned on Monday there are fraudsters who are impersonating Federal Trade Commission Chair Lina Khan to steal financial information.

Floridians search for their next vacation on Google more than residents of any other state

According to a new study, Florida residents are actively searching for travel on Google more so than those from any other state in the United States, unchanged from 2019.

San Francisco residents and tech companies are moving to Florida at an unprecedented rate

San Francisco has lost more residents during the pandemic than any major city in the country — and hundreds of them have moved to Florida.

Mario Lopez’s delivery-only Mexican restaurant comes to Miami

Actor and host of NBC’s Access Hollywood, Mario Lopez, has launched a delivery-only, virtual restaurant that helps support the community by hiring only local, independent restaurateurs — and it’ll be serving up delicious dishes in Miami inspired by Lopez himself.

Ransomware gang targets Broward County Public Schools, source says

Broward County Public Schools was the target of a cybersecurity breach linked to ransomware, a type of malicious software used to threaten to block or publish data unless a ransom is paid, according to a Local 10 News source.

Robot delivery ‘drivers’ are officially roaming around Downtown Miami

Miamians ordering a meal through their favorite food delivery app may very well receive their next order from a robot at their doorstep thanks to Miami-based startup, REEF.

University of Miami suffers data breach in connection with cloud provider Accellion

The University of Miami announced on Thursday that the private research university was the victim of a data security breach involving Accellion, a beleaguered California-based third-party cloud provider.

The end of password sharing? Netflix reportedly cracking down on sharing passwords outside of the household

According to a report by The Streamable, Netflix is conducting a test to crack down on people who are using accounts they are unauthorized access to. Therefore, some users are no longer able to login using the passwords they had been using.

Need the COVID-19 vaccine? This website will text you when one is available nearby

As hundreds of thousands of Americans seek to get vaccinated for COVID-19 in the U.S., those who are eligible to receive it can now sign up to be on a standby list for the vaccine where they will be notified via text message when one is available.

Elon Musk’s team helps Miami mayor to dream about traffic-free city

Don’t take a selfie with your COVID-19 vaccination card. Here’s why.

Unfortunately, the card has your full name and birthday on it, as well as information about where you got your vaccine. If your social media privacy settings aren’t set high, you may be giving valuable information away for anyone to use – including scammers.