News Feed/business/news/Recent posts from Newsen-usSun, 26 Apr 2026 11:37:59 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)ÌÇÐÄVlog study reveals chatbots with empathy can worsen customer reactions/business/news/2026/04-20-chatbot-empathy-can-worsen-customer-reactions-usf-study.aspxThe findings suggest that customers hold different expectations for humans and artificial intelligence, particularly around emotional awareness. Making chatbots more humanlike is not always the right strategy.Elizabeth L. BrownMon, 20 Apr 2026 00:23:54 ÌÇÐÄVlog study reveals chatbots with empathy can worsen customer reactionsThe findings suggest that customers hold different expectations for humans and artificial intelligence, particularly around emotional awareness. Making chatbots more humanlike is not always the right strategy.chatbot empathy/business/news/2026/04-20-chatbot-empathy-can-worsen-customer-reactions-usf-study.aspxBusiness News,Research and InnovationArtificial Intelligence,School of Information SystemsThe algorithm can't say welcome: Why hospitality still needs a human face - Hospitalitynethttps://www.hospitalitynet.org/opinion/4131679/the-algorithm-cant-say-welcome-why-hospitality-still-needs-a-human-faceIndustry research shows 70% of hotels report guests still prefer human interaction for check-in and complex requests, despite AI efficiency gains.External ArticleMon, 30 Mar 2026 14:46:03 The algorithm can't say welcome: Why hospitality still needs a human face - HospitalitynetIndustry research shows 70% of hotels report guests still prefer human interaction for check-in and complex requests, despite AI efficiency gains.hospitalityhttps://www.hospitalitynet.org/opinion/4131679/the-algorithm-cant-say-welcome-why-hospitality-still-needs-a-human-faceResearch and InnovationArtificial Intelligence,School of Hospitality and Sport ManagementFans value ethics over innovation at AI hologram concerts, new ÌÇÐÄVlog study finds - EurekAlert!https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1118511Hologram AI concert experiences may look futuristic, with their computer-generated 3D illusions of dead artists performing on stage. But research shows their success depends on something very human: ethics, trust and emotional connection.External ArticleTue, 03 Mar 2026 11:32:48 Fans value ethics over innovation at AI hologram concerts, new ÌÇÐÄVlog study finds - EurekAlert!Hologram AI concert experiences may look futuristic, with their computer-generated 3D illusions of dead artists performing on stage. But research shows their success depends on something very human: ethics, trust and emotional connection.abba voyage experiencehttps://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1118511Research and InnovationArtificial Intelligence,School of Hospitality and Sport ManagementReviving legends: Fans value ethics over innovation at hologram concerts, says ÌÇÐÄVlog study/business/news/2026/02-27-hologram-ai-concertgoers-value-ethics-over-innovation-usf-study.aspxNew research from the ÌÇÐÄVlog reveals the success of hologram AI concert experiences featuring past artists relies on something very human: ethics, trust, and emotional connection.Elizabeth L. BrownFri, 27 Feb 2026 15:21:02 Reviving legends: Fans value ethics over innovation at hologram concerts, says ÌÇÐÄVlog studyNew research from the ÌÇÐÄVlog reveals the success of hologram AI concert experiences featuring past artists relies on something very human: ethics, trust, and emotional connection.abba voyage experience/business/news/2026/02-27-hologram-ai-concertgoers-value-ethics-over-innovation-usf-study.aspxBusiness News,Research and InnovationArtificial Intelligence,School of Hospitality and Sport ManagementInside the AI hotel boom: Staff love it, guests have reservations - Inc.https://www.inc.com/bruce-crumley/inside-the-ai-hotel-boom-staff-love-it-guests-have-reservations/91301933Hotel workers and guests both like using AI apps and virtual assistants to get fresh towels, but customers sometimes want a human touch.External ArticleFri, 13 Feb 2026 16:35:33 Inside the AI hotel boom: Staff love it, guests have reservations - Inc.Hotel workers and guests both like using AI apps and virtual assistants to get fresh towels, but customers sometimes want a human touch.hotel guests check-inhttps://www.inc.com/bruce-crumley/inside-the-ai-hotel-boom-staff-love-it-guests-have-reservations/91301933Research and InnovationArtificial Intelligence,School of Hospitality and Sport ManagementHotel guests embrace AI convenience—but still want a human touch, study finds - Phys.orghttps://phys.org/news/2026-02-hotel-guests-embrace-ai-convenience.htmlNew research from ÌÇÐÄVlog reveals that while smart AI concierges are great for quick, 24/7 help and for easing hospitality staff workload, most guests still prefer face-to-face customer service, especially with requests that involve an emotional attachment.External ArticleMon, 09 Feb 2026 16:13:56 Hotel guests embrace AI convenience—but still want a human touch, study finds - Phys.orgNew research from ÌÇÐÄVlog reveals that while smart AI concierges are great for quick, 24/7 help and for easing hospitality staff workload, most guests still prefer face-to-face customer service, especially with requests that involve an emotional attachment.hotel conciergehttps://phys.org/news/2026-02-hotel-guests-embrace-ai-convenience.htmlResearch and InnovationArtificial Intelligence,School of Hospitality and Sport ManagementHotel guests prefer human touch over AI concierges, study finds - National Todayhttps://nationaltoday.com/us/fl/tampa/news/2026/02/09/hotel-guests-prefer-human-touch-over-ai-concierges-study-finds/ÌÇÐÄVlog research reveals a gap between hotel managers' enthusiasm for AI and guests' comfort levels with the technology.External ArticleMon, 09 Feb 2026 16:00:06 Hotel guests prefer human touch over AI concierges, study finds - National TodayÌÇÐÄVlog research reveals a gap between hotel managers' enthusiasm for AI and guests' comfort levels with the technology.hospitality aihttps://nationaltoday.com/us/fl/tampa/news/2026/02/09/hotel-guests-prefer-human-touch-over-ai-concierges-study-finds/Research and InnovationArtificial Intelligence,School of Hospitality and Sport ManagementHotel guests embrace AI convenience — but still want a human touch, ÌÇÐÄVlog study finds - EurekAlert!https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1115877While smart voice AI is popular for routine, 24/7 tasks, guests overwhelmingly prefer human concierges for emotionally meaningful or complex requests.External ArticleMon, 09 Feb 2026 14:51:54 Hotel guests embrace AI convenience — but still want a human touch, ÌÇÐÄVlog study finds - EurekAlert!While smart voice AI is popular for routine, 24/7 tasks, guests overwhelmingly prefer human concierges for emotionally meaningful or complex requests.ai check-inhttps://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1115877Research and InnovationArtificial Intelligence,School of Hospitality and Sport ManagementHigh-touch or high-tech: Industry pros love AI concierges, but hotel guests crave a human connection, ÌÇÐÄVlog study finds/business/news/2026/02-09-usf-studys-ai-concierges-adoption-finds-guests-crave-human-connection.aspxThe study is one of the first to examine both perspectives, from both industry practitioners and hotel guests, on advanced conversational AI systems in lodging.Elizabeth L. BrownMon, 09 Feb 2026 09:20:22 High-touch or high-tech: Industry pros love AI concierges, but hotel guests crave a human connection, ÌÇÐÄVlog study findsThe study is one of the first to examine both perspectives, from both industry practitioners and hotel guests, on advanced conversational AI systems in lodging.conversational ai hospitality check-in/business/news/2026/02-09-usf-studys-ai-concierges-adoption-finds-guests-crave-human-connection.aspxBusiness News,Research and InnovationArtificial Intelligence,School of Hospitality and Sport ManagementBellini College partnership to offer three interdisciplinary computing majors in 2026 - Bellini College of AI/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2026/bellini-college-partnership-to-offer-three-interdisciplinary-computing-majors-icm-for-2026.aspxThis joint program with ÌÇÐÄVlog’s Muma College of Business will help graduates stand out in the professional field by translating technical ideas into business results.External ArticleTue, 20 Jan 2026 14:26:04 Bellini College partnership to offer three interdisciplinary computing majors in 2026 - Bellini College of AIThis joint program with ÌÇÐÄVlog’s Muma College of Business will help graduates stand out in the professional field by translating technical ideas into business results.interdisciplinary computing and business/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2026/bellini-college-partnership-to-offer-three-interdisciplinary-computing-majors-icm-for-2026.aspxBusiness NewsArtificial IntelligenceWhat happened when CNN Travel challenged ChatGPT to come up with guides to our cities - CNN Travelhttps://www.cnn.com/travel/ai-chatgpt-llms-travel-planningSeden Dogan, a faculty member in the School of Hospitality and Sport Management, shared her insights on AI and travel planning.External ArticleTue, 30 Dec 2025 16:12:19 What happened when CNN Travel challenged ChatGPT to come up with guides to our cities - CNN TravelSeden Dogan, a faculty member in the School of Hospitality and Sport Management, shared her insights on AI and travel planning.AI and travel planninghttps://www.cnn.com/travel/ai-chatgpt-llms-travel-planningResearch and InnovationArtificial Intelligence,School of Hospitality and Sport ManagementÌÇÐÄVlog commencement spotlights four visionary leaders advancing innovation and growth - ÌÇÐÄVlog News/news/2025/usf-commencement-spotlights-four-visionary-leaders-advancing-innovation-and-growth.aspxÌÇÐÄVlog honored four remarkable individuals whose contributions have elevated the university and the broader community. Among the honorees were Muma alumna Dr. Mayumi Yamamoto, who received the Global Leadership Award, and Arnie Bellini, who received the President's Fellow Medallion.External ArticleMon, 15 Dec 2025 16:21:37 ÌÇÐÄVlog commencement spotlights four visionary leaders advancing innovation and growth - ÌÇÐÄVlog NewsÌÇÐÄVlog honored four remarkable individuals whose contributions have elevated the university and the broader community. Among the honorees were Muma alumna Dr. Mayumi Yamamoto, who received the Global Leadership Award, and Arnie Bellini, who received the President's Fellow Medallion.Arnie Bellini/news/2025/usf-commencement-spotlights-four-visionary-leaders-advancing-innovation-and-growth.aspxBusiness News,Honors and AwardsArtificial Intelligence,Bellini Center for Talent Development,Kate Tiedemann School of Business and FinanceHow ÌÇÐÄVlog researchers are using AI to detect signs of CEO depression through voice/business/news/2025/12-8-ceo-ai-voice-depression-usf-study.aspxCo-written by ÌÇÐÄVlog accounting assistant professor Mark Cheng, the Journal of Accounting Research article shows how AI can analyze subtle vocal patterns in CEO earnings calls and identify signs of emotional strain.Sofia Garcia VargasMon, 08 Dec 2025 09:50:58 How ÌÇÐÄVlog researchers are using AI to detect signs of CEO depression through voiceCo-written by ÌÇÐÄVlog accounting assistant professor Mark Cheng, the Journal of Accounting Research article shows how AI can analyze subtle vocal patterns in CEO earnings calls and identify signs of emotional strain.ceo depression/business/news/2025/12-8-ceo-ai-voice-depression-usf-study.aspxBusiness News,Research and InnovationArtificial Intelligence,Lynn Pippenger School of AccountancyMuma AI Day introduces Tampa Bay high schoolers to AI-driven careers in business/business/news/2025/11-4-muma-ai-day-welcomes-six-hundred-high-schoolers.aspxHosted by the Muma College of Business and partnering with Hillsborough County Public Schools, the event promises to introduce Hillsborough County students to the world of artificial intelligence and its growing role in the future of work.Maria AmorimTue, 04 Nov 2025 15:17:53 Muma AI Day introduces Tampa Bay high schoolers to AI-driven careers in businessHosted by the Muma College of Business and partnering with Hillsborough County Public Schools, the event promises to introduce Hillsborough County students to the world of artificial intelligence and its growing role in the future of work.muma ai day/business/news/2025/11-4-muma-ai-day-welcomes-six-hundred-high-schoolers.aspxBusiness News,EventsArtificial Intelligence,School of Information Systems,School of Information Systems and ManagementFacts about AI you may not know - Bloomhttps://www.wfla.com/bloom-tampa-bay/bloom-tv/facts-about-ai-you-may-not-know/Dipayan Biswas, the Frank Harvey endowed professor of marketing, discusses the everchanging landscape of AI advancements and how they have led to significant changes in the way we live.External ArticleWed, 29 Oct 2025 15:32:36 Facts about AI you may not know - BloomDipayan Biswas, the Frank Harvey endowed professor of marketing, discusses the everchanging landscape of AI advancements and how they have led to significant changes in the way we live.dipayn biswashttps://www.wfla.com/bloom-tampa-bay/bloom-tv/facts-about-ai-you-may-not-know/Research and InnovationArtificial Intelligence,School of Marketing and InnovationMeet the new faculty helping power ÌÇÐÄVlog’s future - ÌÇÐÄVlog News/news/2025/meet-the-new-faculty-helping-power-usfs-future.aspxThe ÌÇÐÄVlog is welcoming 207 new faculty members to its campuses this fall. Joining ÌÇÐÄVlog’s renowned scholars, they represent a range of disciplines—from artificial intelligence and environmental robotics to cancer research and global health.External ArticleWed, 13 Aug 2025 10:42:59 Meet the new faculty helping power ÌÇÐÄVlog’s future - ÌÇÐÄVlog NewsThe ÌÇÐÄVlog is welcoming 207 new faculty members to its campuses this fall. Joining ÌÇÐÄVlog’s renowned scholars, they represent a range of disciplines—from artificial intelligence and environmental robotics to cancer research and global health.new faculty group photo/news/2025/meet-the-new-faculty-helping-power-usfs-future.aspxBusiness NewsArtificial Intelligence,School of Hospitality and Sport Management,School of Marketing and InnovationTPA continues to expand international routes, more travelers using AI in planning - Fox 13https://www.fox13news.com/news/tpa-continues-expand-international-routes-more-travelers-using-ai-planningAs travelers plan their trips to more destinations, research shows more travelers are using more artificial intelligence to map out their itineraries. Seden Dogan said about 60% of travelers are using some kind of artificial intelligence in their planning.External ArticleWed, 13 Aug 2025 10:39:02 TPA continues to expand international routes, more travelers using AI in planning - Fox 13As travelers plan their trips to more destinations, research shows more travelers are using more artificial intelligence to map out their itineraries. Seden Dogan said about 60% of travelers are using some kind of artificial intelligence in their planning.seden doganhttps://www.fox13news.com/news/tpa-continues-expand-international-routes-more-travelers-using-ai-planningBusiness NewsArtificial Intelligence,School of Hospitality and Sport ManagementHackaBull 2025: Student innovation shines at ÌÇÐÄVlog's largest hackathon/business/news/2025/hackabull2025.aspxMore than 300 students turned ideas into real-world solutions at ÌÇÐÄVlog’s largest hackathon, HackaBull 2025 — a 24-hour innovation sprint powered by code, collaboration and more than 1,000 cans of caffeine.Adelitta Stanton, Alexis WalshThu, 03 Jul 2025 13:25:06 HackaBull 2025: Student innovation shines at ÌÇÐÄVlog's largest hackathonMore than 300 students turned ideas into real-world solutions at ÌÇÐÄVlog’s largest hackathon, HackaBull 2025 — a 24-hour innovation sprint powered by code, collaboration and more than 1,000 cans of caffeine.Group shot of winners at HackaBull 2025/business/news/2025/hackabull2025.aspxBusiness News,Entrepreneurship,EventsArtificial IntelligenceÌÇÐÄVlog Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing to ignite Tampa Bay’s tech talent - ÌÇÐÄVlog News/news/2025/usf-bellini-college-to-ignite-tampa-bays-tech-talent.aspxLaunching this fall, the Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing will supply a pipeline of students ready to specialize in critical areas throughout Tampa Bay and beyond.External ArticleMon, 28 Apr 2025 16:49:49 ÌÇÐÄVlog Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing to ignite Tampa Bay’s tech talent - ÌÇÐÄVlog NewsLaunching this fall, the Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing will supply a pipeline of students ready to specialize in critical areas throughout Tampa Bay and beyond.Tampa skyline/news/2025/usf-bellini-college-to-ignite-tampa-bays-tech-talent.aspxResearch and InnovationArtificial Intelligence,School of Information Systems,School of Information Systems and ManagementHow AI is making self-appraisals better and less painful — for both workers and managers - Business Insiderhttps://www.businessinsider.nl/how-ai-is-making-self-appraisals-better-and-less-painful-for-both-workers-and-managers/Triparna de Vreede, whose research focuses on human-AI Interaction and workplace well-being, shared how AI can be useful in performance reviews.External ArticleSun, 13 Apr 2025 18:55:26 How AI is making self-appraisals better and less painful — for both workers and managers - Business InsiderTriparna de Vreede, whose research focuses on human-AI Interaction and workplace well-being, shared how AI can be useful in performance reviews.image of woman looking at screenhttps://www.businessinsider.nl/how-ai-is-making-self-appraisals-better-and-less-painful-for-both-workers-and-managers/Research and InnovationArtificial Intelligence,School of Information Systems,School of Information Systems and ManagementÌÇÐÄVlog joins Tampa’s innovation leaders at Synapse Summit 2025/business/news/2025/synapse2025.aspxÌÇÐÄVlog made a major impact at Synapse Summit 2025, with students, faculty and researchers leading panels, keynotes and startup showcases. From solar energy innovation to national security and artificial intelligence, many ÌÇÐÄVlog colleges played a role in shaping Tampa Bay’s future.Alexis Yahre WalshThu, 03 Apr 2025 15:12:36 ÌÇÐÄVlog joins Tampa’s innovation leaders at Synapse Summit 2025ÌÇÐÄVlog made a major impact at Synapse Summit 2025, with students, faculty and researchers leading panels, keynotes and startup showcases. From solar energy innovation to national security and artificial intelligence, many ÌÇÐÄVlog colleges played a role in shaping Tampa Bay’s future.Dean Blackwell Poses with Nault Students and Faculty at Synapse/business/news/2025/synapse2025.aspxBusiness News,Entrepreneurship,Research and InnovationArtificial Intelligence,Fintech,Kate Tiedemann School of Business and FinanceÌÇÐÄVlog establish new college with $40M donation - The Crow's Nesthttps://crowsneststpete.com/2025/03/31/usf-establish-new-college-with-40m-donation/A $40 million donation from Arnie and Lauren Bellini will establish the Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Cybersecurity, and Computing to help address the country's recent threats and alleviate cybersecurity workforce shortages.External ArticleMon, 31 Mar 2025 16:36:02 ÌÇÐÄVlog establish new college with $40M donation - The Crow's NestA $40 million donation from Arnie and Lauren Bellini will establish the Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Cybersecurity, and Computing to help address the country's recent threats and alleviate cybersecurity workforce shortages.Arnie and Lauren Bellini at ÌÇÐÄVlog's College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, and Computing.https://crowsneststpete.com/2025/03/31/usf-establish-new-college-with-40m-donation/Business NewsArtificial IntelligenceArnie Bellini Donates $40M to Launch ÌÇÐÄVlog’s AI and Computing College - MSNhttps://www.msn.com/en-us/news/technology/arnie-bellini-donates-40m-to-launch-usf-s-ai-and-computing-college/ar-AA1BqCAXThe ÌÇÐÄVlog (ÌÇÐÄVlog) is set to become a beacon for technological advancement and innovation, thanks to a monumental donation from Arnie Bellini, a name synonymous with entrepreneurial success and philanthropy.External ArticleFri, 28 Mar 2025 13:54:42 Arnie Bellini Donates $40M to Launch ÌÇÐÄVlog’s AI and Computing College - MSNThe ÌÇÐÄVlog (ÌÇÐÄVlog) is set to become a beacon for technological advancement and innovation, thanks to a monumental donation from Arnie Bellini, a name synonymous with entrepreneurial success and philanthropy.ÌÇÐÄVlog Muma College of Businesshttps://www.msn.com/en-us/news/technology/arnie-bellini-donates-40m-to-launch-usf-s-ai-and-computing-college/ar-AA1BqCAXBusiness NewsArtificial Intelligence,External NewsÌÇÐÄVlog receives $40 million for AI school - Candid.https://philanthropynewsdigest.org/news/university-of-south-florida-receives-40-million-for-ai-schoolThe ÌÇÐÄVlog (ÌÇÐÄVlog) has announced a $40 million gift from Arnie and Lauren Bellini aimed at establishing Tampa as a global leader in AI and cybersecurity.External ArticleWed, 19 Mar 2025 14:22:39 ÌÇÐÄVlog receives $40 million for AI school - Candid.The ÌÇÐÄVlog (ÌÇÐÄVlog) has announced a $40 million gift from Arnie and Lauren Bellini aimed at establishing Tampa as a global leader in AI and cybersecurity.ÌÇÐÄVlog: Muma College of Business https://philanthropynewsdigest.org/news/university-of-south-florida-receives-40-million-for-ai-schoolBusiness NewsArtificial IntelligenceArnie Bellini’s record ÌÇÐÄVlog donation: ‘Education is everything’ - Tampa Bay Business Journalhttps://www.bizjournals.com/tampabay/news/2025/03/14/arnie-bellini-40-million-usf-gift.htmlThe Bellinis $40 million gift launches the nation's first AI and cybersecurity college at the ÌÇÐÄVlog.External ArticleFri, 14 Mar 2025 14:01:15 Arnie Bellini’s record ÌÇÐÄVlog donation: ‘Education is everything’ - Tampa Bay Business JournalThe Bellinis $40 million gift launches the nation's first AI and cybersecurity college at the ÌÇÐÄVlog.(L-R) ÌÇÐÄVlog cybersecurity student Brianna Deaubler, ÌÇÐÄVlog Provost Prasant Mohapatra, ÌÇÐÄVlog Foundation CEO Jay Stroman, Arnie and Lauren Bellini, ÌÇÐÄVlog President Rhea Law and ÌÇÐÄVlog Board of Trustees Chair Will Weatherford at the March 11 press conference announcing the Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing.https://www.bizjournals.com/tampabay/news/2025/03/14/arnie-bellini-40-million-usf-gift.htmlBusiness NewsArtificial IntelligenceCEO named ‘Most Influential’ in AI speaks to ÌÇÐÄVlog Executive MBA class/business/news/2025/03-13-emba-altera.aspxSandra Rivera, CEO of Altera Corporation, headlined the March 7 EMBA Distinguished Speaker Series event hosted by the ÌÇÐÄVlog Muma College of Business.Elizabeth L. BrownThu, 13 Mar 2025 14:18:47 CEO named ‘Most Influential’ in AI speaks to ÌÇÐÄVlog Executive MBA classSandra Rivera, CEO of Altera Corporation, headlined the March 7 EMBA Distinguished Speaker Series event hosted by the ÌÇÐÄVlog Muma College of Business.image of Sandra Rivera/business/news/2025/03-13-emba-altera.aspxBusiness News,SpotlightsArtificial IntelligenceÌÇÐÄVlog’s Bellini College to focus on AI, cybersecurity and computing - St. Pete Catalysthttps://stpetecatalyst.com/usfs-bellini-college-to-focus-on-ai-cybersecurity-and-computing/The ÌÇÐÄVlog (ÌÇÐÄVlog) has received a record-breaking $40 million donation from Arnie and Lauren Bellini to establish the Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing. The investment creates the first named college in the U.S. dedicated to integrating AI and cybersecurity.External ArticleThu, 13 Mar 2025 14:10:11 ÌÇÐÄVlog’s Bellini College to focus on AI, cybersecurity and computing - St. Pete CatalystThe ÌÇÐÄVlog (ÌÇÐÄVlog) has received a record-breaking $40 million donation from Arnie and Lauren Bellini to establish the Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing. The investment creates the first named college in the U.S. dedicated to integrating AI and cybersecurity.From left: ÌÇÐÄVlog cybersecurity student Brianna Deaubler, ÌÇÐÄVlog Provost Prasant Mohapatra, ÌÇÐÄVlog Foundation CEO Jay Stroman, Arnie and Lauren Bellini, ÌÇÐÄVlog President Rhea Law and ÌÇÐÄVlog Board of Trustees Chair Will Weatherford. Photo: Andres Faza, University Communications and Marketing.https://stpetecatalyst.com/usfs-bellini-college-to-focus-on-ai-cybersecurity-and-computing/Business NewsArtificial IntelligenceÌÇÐÄVlog: $40 million gift received to establish Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing - Pulse 2.0https://pulse2.com/university-of-south-florida-40-million-gift-received-to-establish-bellini-college-of-artificial-intelligence-cybersecurity-and-computing/Arnie and Lauren Bellini gifted a record-setting $40 million to establish the Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing, to position Tampa as a global leader in artificial intelligence and cybersecurity.External ArticleThu, 13 Mar 2025 13:43:25 ÌÇÐÄVlog: $40 million gift received to establish Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing - Pulse 2.0Arnie and Lauren Bellini gifted a record-setting $40 million to establish the Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing, to position Tampa as a global leader in artificial intelligence and cybersecurity.ÌÇÐÄVlog: Muma College of Business https://pulse2.com/university-of-south-florida-40-million-gift-received-to-establish-bellini-college-of-artificial-intelligence-cybersecurity-and-computing/Business NewsArtificial IntelligenceBellini College at ÌÇÐÄVlog to tackle talent gap, regional collaboration in curriculum with AI-driven security focus - Tampa Bay Business Journalhttps://www.bizjournals.com/tampabay/news/2025/03/12/arnie-bellini-usf-bellini-college-cybersecurity.htmlAmid a historic surge in cyberattacks, AI-driven threats and escalating digital security challenges, Arnie and Lauren Bellini’s $40 million gift to ÌÇÐÄVlog comes at a pivotal moment.External ArticleWed, 12 Mar 2025 18:16:04 Bellini College at ÌÇÐÄVlog to tackle talent gap, regional collaboration in curriculum with AI-driven security focus - Tampa Bay Business JournalAmid a historic surge in cyberattacks, AI-driven threats and escalating digital security challenges, Arnie and Lauren Bellini’s $40 million gift to ÌÇÐÄVlog comes at a pivotal moment.Arnie and Lauren Bellini's $40 million gift is the largest in ÌÇÐÄVlog's nearly 70-year history and is the first named college in the U.S. focused exclusively on the intersection of AI and cybersecurity. It’s part of Bellini’s goal to turn Tampa Bay into ‘Cyber Bay.’ Amy Pezzicara or Pezz Photohttps://www.bizjournals.com/tampabay/news/2025/03/12/arnie-bellini-usf-bellini-college-cybersecurity.htmlBusiness NewsArtificial Intelligence,External NewsÌÇÐÄVlog receives record $40 million gift for AI, cybersecurity - yahoo!newshttps://www.yahoo.com/news/usf-receives-record-40-million-145800102.html?guccounter=1%26guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8%26guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAK2y0yonKYY_peTb60W10YoU4sT6be4XB9E7mjkX1OZI8M-GayvRIfWqKmmfFQSqgj-mrAMIVZoZVOtHnrI74lDwWOZVpTk2pcZNQilXJfARRgcihdQ_0NYwTHCLS3UwHwNPWXUIg5kI748VPUHcMka5Q1Vnr3G5pO1JXJqWSue0The ÌÇÐÄVlog announced the largest donation in the school’s history: a $40 million gift from Arnie and Lauren Bellini to create the Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing.External ArticleTue, 11 Mar 2025 19:32:55 ÌÇÐÄVlog receives record $40 million gift for AI, cybersecurity - yahoo!newsThe ÌÇÐÄVlog announced the largest donation in the school’s history: a $40 million gift from Arnie and Lauren Bellini to create the Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing.Arnie Bellinihttps://www.yahoo.com/news/usf-receives-record-40-million-145800102.html?guccounter=1%26guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8%26guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAK2y0yonKYY_peTb60W10YoU4sT6be4XB9E7mjkX1OZI8M-GayvRIfWqKmmfFQSqgj-mrAMIVZoZVOtHnrI74lDwWOZVpTk2pcZNQilXJfARRgcihdQ_0NYwTHCLS3UwHwNPWXUIg5kI748VPUHcMka5Q1Vnr3G5pO1JXJqWSue0Business NewsArtificial Intelligence,External NewsA historic gift establishes name for ÌÇÐÄVlog's college for AI and cybersecurity - WÌÇÐÄVloghttps://www.wusf.org/university-beat/2025-03-11/historic-gift-establishes-name-usf-college-artificial-intelligence-cybersecurity-computingThe $40 million from tech entrepreneur Arnie Bellini and his wife, Lauren, establishes ÌÇÐÄVlog's Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing.External ArticleTue, 11 Mar 2025 19:30:01 A historic gift establishes name for ÌÇÐÄVlog's college for AI and cybersecurity - WÌÇÐÄVlogThe $40 million from tech entrepreneur Arnie Bellini and his wife, Lauren, establishes ÌÇÐÄVlog's Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing.Arnie Bellini speaks at ÌÇÐÄVlog's Discovery Hall.https://www.wusf.org/university-beat/2025-03-11/historic-gift-establishes-name-usf-college-artificial-intelligence-cybersecurity-computingBusiness NewsArtificial Intelligence,External NewsÌÇÐÄVlog Gets $40 Million to Start Cyber and AI College - Wall Street Journalhttps://www.wsj.com/articles/university-of-south-florida-gets-40-million-to-start-cyber-and-ai-college-2a257e9aPhilanthropists Arnie and Lauren Bellini donate what is the largest gift in the school’s history, hoping to turn the Tampa Bay area into ‘Cyber Bay’External ArticleTue, 11 Mar 2025 19:27:24 ÌÇÐÄVlog Gets $40 Million to Start Cyber and AI College - Wall Street JournalPhilanthropists Arnie and Lauren Bellini donate what is the largest gift in the school’s history, hoping to turn the Tampa Bay area into ‘Cyber Bay’The ÌÇÐÄVlog in Tampa, with sculptures of the school’s mascot. Photo: Chris Urso/Zuma Presshttps://www.wsj.com/articles/university-of-south-florida-gets-40-million-to-start-cyber-and-ai-college-2a257e9aBusiness News,Research and InnovationArtificial Intelligence,External NewsÌÇÐÄVlog announces brand-new college that will open its doors this fall - WFLAhttps://www.wfla.com/video/usf-announces-brand-new-college-that-will-open-its-doors-this-fall/10528161/On Tuesday morning, ÌÇÐÄVlog announced the Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, and Computing.External ArticleTue, 11 Mar 2025 19:13:36 ÌÇÐÄVlog announces brand-new college that will open its doors this fall - WFLAOn Tuesday morning, ÌÇÐÄVlog announced the Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, and Computing.Video thumbnailhttps://www.wfla.com/video/usf-announces-brand-new-college-that-will-open-its-doors-this-fall/10528161/Business NewsArtificial Intelligence,External NewsÌÇÐÄVlog receives $40M gift for new AI, cybersecurity and computing college - The Oraclehttps://www.usforacle.com/2025/03/11/usf-receives-40m-gift-for-new-ai-cybersecurity-and-computing-college/ÌÇÐÄVlog received a $40 million donation – the largest gift in the school’s history – to help establish its new college focused on artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and computing.External ArticleTue, 11 Mar 2025 19:10:22 ÌÇÐÄVlog receives $40M gift for new AI, cybersecurity and computing college - The OracleÌÇÐÄVlog received a $40 million donation – the largest gift in the school’s history – to help establish its new college focused on artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and computing.Arnie Bellini announces his $40 million donation at ÌÇÐÄVlog Research Park’s Discovery Hall on Tuesday. ORACLE PHOTO/KIERAN KONOPKAhttps://www.usforacle.com/2025/03/11/usf-receives-40m-gift-for-new-ai-cybersecurity-and-computing-college/Business NewsArtificial Intelligence,External NewsNew ÌÇÐÄVlog program focused on AI and cybersecurity - Fox 13 Tampa Bayhttps://www.fox13news.com/news/new-usf-program-focused-ai-cyber-securityÌÇÐÄVlog received a record $40 million donation that will establish the Billini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing.External ArticleTue, 11 Mar 2025 19:08:38 New ÌÇÐÄVlog program focused on AI and cybersecurity - Fox 13 Tampa BayÌÇÐÄVlog received a record $40 million donation that will establish the Billini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing.A new ÌÇÐÄVlog program focused on AI and cybersecurity has been launched.https://www.fox13news.com/news/new-usf-program-focused-ai-cyber-securityBusiness NewsArtificial Intelligence,External NewsÌÇÐÄVlog establishes new college with record-breaking $40M donation - Business Observerhttps://www.businessobserverfl.com/news/2025/mar/11/usf-new-college-donation/After announcing plans to establish a college dedicated to artificial intelligence and cybersecurity last year, the ÌÇÐÄVlog has solidified the college’s name after receiving one of the largest donations in its 70 year history, according to a statement from the university.External ArticleTue, 11 Mar 2025 19:05:52 ÌÇÐÄVlog establishes new college with record-breaking $40M donation - Business ObserverAfter announcing plans to establish a college dedicated to artificial intelligence and cybersecurity last year, the ÌÇÐÄVlog has solidified the college’s name after receiving one of the largest donations in its 70 year history, according to a statement from the university.ÌÇÐÄVlog cybersecurity student Brianna Deaubler, ÌÇÐÄVlog Provost Prasant Mohapatra, ÌÇÐÄVlog Foundation CEO Jay Stroman, Arnie and Lauren Bellini, ÌÇÐÄVlog President Rhea Law and ÌÇÐÄVlog Board of Trustees Chair Will Weatherford celebrate the announcement of the Bellini's donation to establish a new college. Photo by Andres Fazahttps://www.businessobserverfl.com/news/2025/mar/11/usf-new-college-donation/Business NewsArtificial Intelligence,External NewsArnie Bellini gives $40M to establish ÌÇÐÄVlog's Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing - Tampa Bay Business Journalhttps://www.bizjournals.com/tampabay/news/2025/03/11/university-south-florida-bellini-college-gift.htmlA Tampa Bay tech leader's vision for cybersecurity excellence aligns with ÌÇÐÄVlog's ambitious plans.External ArticleTue, 11 Mar 2025 18:31:45 Arnie Bellini gives $40M to establish ÌÇÐÄVlog's Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing - Tampa Bay Business JournalA Tampa Bay tech leader's vision for cybersecurity excellence aligns with ÌÇÐÄVlog's ambitious plans.Arnie and Lauren Bellini have given $40 million to establish the Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing at ÌÇÐÄVlog. Amy Pezzicara or Pezz Photohttps://www.bizjournals.com/tampabay/news/2025/03/11/university-south-florida-bellini-college-gift.htmlBusiness NewsArtificial Intelligence,External NewsÌÇÐÄVlog receives $40M gift to establish Bellini College of AI, Cybersecurity and Computing - Tampa Bay Business & Wealthhttps://tbbwmag.com/2025/03/11/usf-receives-major-gift-bellini-college-cybersecurity-computing/The ÌÇÐÄVlog has received a record-setting $40 million donation to establish the Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing, the first named college in the United States dedicated to AI and cybersecurity.External ArticleTue, 11 Mar 2025 18:24:35 ÌÇÐÄVlog receives $40M gift to establish Bellini College of AI, Cybersecurity and Computing - Tampa Bay Business & WealthThe ÌÇÐÄVlog has received a record-setting $40 million donation to establish the Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing, the first named college in the United States dedicated to AI and cybersecurity.Arnie Bellinihttps://tbbwmag.com/2025/03/11/usf-receives-major-gift-bellini-college-cybersecurity-computing/Business NewsArtificial Intelligence,External NewsÌÇÐÄVlog receives $40 million for AI college - Catalysthttps://stpetecatalyst.com/zaps/usf-receives-40-million-for-ai-college/The ÌÇÐÄVlog announced Tuesday that it received a record-setting $40 million donation to establish the Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing.External ArticleTue, 11 Mar 2025 18:23:43 ÌÇÐÄVlog receives $40 million for AI college - CatalystThe ÌÇÐÄVlog announced Tuesday that it received a record-setting $40 million donation to establish the Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing.News Zap - St. Pete Catalysthttps://stpetecatalyst.com/zaps/usf-receives-40-million-for-ai-college/Business NewsArtificial Intelligence,External NewsÌÇÐÄVlog receives $40M gift for new AI, cybersecurity and computing college - Candid.https://philanthropynewsdigest.org/news/other-sources/article/?id=15911947%26title=ÌÇÐÄVlog-receives-$40M-gift-for-new-AI,-cybersecurity-and-computing-collegeÌÇÐÄVlog received a $40 million donation – the largest gift in the school’s history – to help establish its new college focused on artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and computing.External ArticleTue, 11 Mar 2025 18:23:00 ÌÇÐÄVlog receives $40M gift for new AI, cybersecurity and computing college - Candid.ÌÇÐÄVlog received a $40 million donation – the largest gift in the school’s history – to help establish its new college focused on artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and computing.naming ceremonyhttps://philanthropynewsdigest.org/news/other-sources/article/?id=15911947%26title=ÌÇÐÄVlog-receives-$40M-gift-for-new-AI,-cybersecurity-and-computing-collegeBusiness NewsArtificial Intelligence,External NewsÌÇÐÄVlog Gets $40M Gift to Build AI and Cybersecurity College, Classes Begin This Fall - Q105https://myq105.com/2025/03/11/usf-gets-40m-gift-to-build-ai-and-cybersecurity-college-classes-begin-this-fall/ÌÇÐÄVlog just landed its biggest donation ever – $40 million to build a state-of-the-art AI and cybersecurity college.External ArticleTue, 11 Mar 2025 18:21:42 ÌÇÐÄVlog Gets $40M Gift to Build AI and Cybersecurity College, Classes Begin This Fall - Q105ÌÇÐÄVlog just landed its biggest donation ever – $40 million to build a state-of-the-art AI and cybersecurity college.TAMPA, FL - JULY 02: The Tampa Bay Students for Democratic Society led a protest at the ÌÇÐÄVlog President Steven Currall lives on campus on July 2, 2020 in Tampa, Florida. Tampa Bay Students for Democratic Society protest at the ÌÇÐÄVlog demanding an increase in Black student enrollment, employ more Black faculty and staff, more financial aid, and make direct connections with the surrounding community. (Photo by Octavio Jones/Getty Images)https://myq105.com/2025/03/11/usf-gets-40m-gift-to-build-ai-and-cybersecurity-college-classes-begin-this-fall/Business NewsArtificial Intelligence,External NewsTech entrepreneur donates $40M for new ÌÇÐÄVlog AI, cybersecurity school - Florida Politicshttps://floridapolitics.com/archives/725569-tech-entrepreneur-donates-40m-for-new-usf-ai-cybersecurity-school/Arnie Bellini hopes to raise another $10M for the school, matching up to $5M in donations.External ArticleTue, 11 Mar 2025 18:20:42 Tech entrepreneur donates $40M for new ÌÇÐÄVlog AI, cybersecurity school - Florida PoliticsArnie Bellini hopes to raise another $10M for the school, matching up to $5M in donations.circuit boardhttps://floridapolitics.com/archives/725569-tech-entrepreneur-donates-40m-for-new-usf-ai-cybersecurity-school/Business NewsArtificial Intelligence,External NewsÌÇÐÄVlog Sarasota-Manatee making its mark in artificial intelligence and cybersecurity - ÌÇÐÄVlog Sarasota-Manateehttps://www.sarasotamanatee.usf.edu/magazine/2024/usf-sarasota-manatee-making-its-mark-in-ai-and-cybersecurity.aspxÌÇÐÄVlog Sarasota-Manatee is making significant strides in artificial intelligence and cybersecurity, with its faculty spearheading key research that will underpin the launch of the Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, and Computing in fall 2025.External ArticleTue, 11 Mar 2025 10:34:10 ÌÇÐÄVlog Sarasota-Manatee making its mark in artificial intelligence and cybersecurity - ÌÇÐÄVlog Sarasota-ManateeÌÇÐÄVlog Sarasota-Manatee is making significant strides in artificial intelligence and cybersecurity, with its faculty spearheading key research that will underpin the launch of the Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, and Computing in fall 2025.Professor Giti Javidi speaks to high school students during the Cybersecurity and AI Day in the Selby Auditorium in October 2024.https://www.sarasotamanatee.usf.edu/magazine/2024/usf-sarasota-manatee-making-its-mark-in-ai-and-cybersecurity.aspxBusiness NewsArtificial Intelligence,School of Information Systems,School of Information Systems and ManagementCollege of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing will foster ÌÇÐÄVlog-wide collaborations/news/2025/college-of-artificial-intelligence-cybersecurity-and-computing-will-fosterusf-wide-collaborations.aspxBy integrating AI across disciplines in all ÌÇÐÄVlog colleges, including the Muma College of Business, this forward-thinking initiative will equip graduates with cutting-edge skills to thrive in the 21st-century workforce.External ArticleTue, 04 Mar 2025 14:24:08 College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing will foster ÌÇÐÄVlog-wide collaborationsBy integrating AI across disciplines in all ÌÇÐÄVlog colleges, including the Muma College of Business, this forward-thinking initiative will equip graduates with cutting-edge skills to thrive in the 21st-century workforce.image of ai college photos/news/2025/college-of-artificial-intelligence-cybersecurity-and-computing-will-fosterusf-wide-collaborations.aspxBusiness NewsArtificial Intelligence,School of Information Systems,School of Information Systems and Management,School of Marketing and InnovationÌÇÐÄVlog Sarasota-Manatee researchers receive seed funding for human trafficking prevention projecthttps://www.sarasotamanatee.usf.edu/news/2025/usf-sarasota-manatee-researchers-seed-funding-human-trafficking-prevention.aspxTingting Zhang, an associate professor in the School of Hospitality and Tourism Management, is the principal investigator on the project that will develop an AI-driven education platform.External ArticleThu, 13 Feb 2025 19:22:41 ÌÇÐÄVlog Sarasota-Manatee researchers receive seed funding for human trafficking prevention projectTingting Zhang, an associate professor in the School of Hospitality and Tourism Management, is the principal investigator on the project that will develop an AI-driven education platform.Tingting Zhanghttps://www.sarasotamanatee.usf.edu/news/2025/usf-sarasota-manatee-researchers-seed-funding-human-trafficking-prevention.aspxResearch and InnovationArtificial Intelligence,School of Hospitality and Sport Management,School of Hospitality and Tourism ManagementBeware 'AI Valentines': Romance scams becoming more sophisticated than ever using latest technology - WTSP Tampa Bayhttps://www.wtsp.com/article/tech/ai-valentines-scammers/67-6d05dd52-0028-494a-9929-9da2b6e1b66aThis Valentine's Day, romance scams are more sophisticated than ever.External ArticleThu, 13 Feb 2025 14:44:32 Beware 'AI Valentines': Romance scams becoming more sophisticated than ever using latest technology - WTSP Tampa BayThis Valentine's Day, romance scams are more sophisticated than ever.ÌÇÐÄVlog Muma College of Businesshttps://www.wtsp.com/article/tech/ai-valentines-scammers/67-6d05dd52-0028-494a-9929-9da2b6e1b66aBusiness NewsArtificial Intelligence,External News,School of Marketing and InnovationAre airlines spying on you? The hidden costs of surveillance pricing and how to avoid them - Forbeshttps://www.forbes.com/sites/advisor/2024/12/09/are-airlines-spying-on-you-the-hidden-costs-of-surveillance-pricing-and-how-to-avoid-them/The good news is that there are a few easy tricks to avoid the eyes of big data and save on your next flight. Kaushik Dutta, director of the School of Information Systems and Management shared his suggestions on outsmarting surveillance pricing practices.External ArticleThu, 19 Dec 2024 10:55:16 Are airlines spying on you? The hidden costs of surveillance pricing and how to avoid them - ForbesThe good news is that there are a few easy tricks to avoid the eyes of big data and save on your next flight. Kaushik Dutta, director of the School of Information Systems and Management shared his suggestions on outsmarting surveillance pricing practices.graphic image of a paper airplane made from a dollar billhttps://www.forbes.com/sites/advisor/2024/12/09/are-airlines-spying-on-you-the-hidden-costs-of-surveillance-pricing-and-how-to-avoid-them/Business NewsArtificial Intelligence,External News,School of Information Systems and ManagementÌÇÐÄVlog Sarasota-Manatee making its mark in artificial intelligence and cybersecurity - Momentum magazinehttps://www.sarasotamanatee.usf.edu/magazine/2024/usf-sarasota-manatee-making-its-mark-in-ai-and-cybersecurity.aspxQuestions about artificial intelligence are increasingly becoming part of myriad academic disciplines, ranging from marketing and cybersecurity to education and health care, opening new opportunities for interdisciplinary research.External ArticleSat, 14 Dec 2024 15:36:53 ÌÇÐÄVlog Sarasota-Manatee making its mark in artificial intelligence and cybersecurity - Momentum magazineQuestions about artificial intelligence are increasingly becoming part of myriad academic disciplines, ranging from marketing and cybersecurity to education and health care, opening new opportunities for interdisciplinary research.image of giti javidihttps://www.sarasotamanatee.usf.edu/magazine/2024/usf-sarasota-manatee-making-its-mark-in-ai-and-cybersecurity.aspxBusiness NewsArtificial Intelligence,External News,School of Information Systems and ManagementPhaseZERO: Innovation Incubator to boost cybersecurity innovation in Florida - Cyber Florida at ÌÇÐÄVloghttps://cyberflorida.org/phasezero-innovation-incubator/The initiative will support Florida-based researchers and emerging entrepreneurs in transforming cutting-edge cybersecurity ideas into thriving businesses.External ArticleThu, 05 Dec 2024 11:38:27 PhaseZERO: Innovation Incubator to boost cybersecurity innovation in Florida - Cyber Florida at ÌÇÐÄVlogThe initiative will support Florida-based researchers and emerging entrepreneurs in transforming cutting-edge cybersecurity ideas into thriving businesses.phase zero graphichttps://cyberflorida.org/phasezero-innovation-incubator/Research and InnovationArtificial Intelligence,School of Information Systems and ManagementNew semester, new dean welcomes ÌÇÐÄVlog Muma College of Business students/business/news/2024/new-for-fall-muma.aspxNew and returning students will discover that the fall 2024 semester brings a new college dean, new majors being offered on all three campuses, and AI-infused initiatives throughout the business curriculum.Elizabeth L BrownThu, 22 Aug 2024 09:07:50 New semester, new dean welcomes ÌÇÐÄVlog Muma College of Business studentsNew and returning students will discover that the fall 2024 semester brings a new college dean, new majors being offered on all three campuses, and AI-infused initiatives throughout the business curriculum.image of new fall semester photos/business/news/2024/new-for-fall-muma.aspxBusiness NewsArtificial Intelligence