/business/news/Recent posts from Newsen-usSun, 09 Aug 2026 13:01:14 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)https://www.wusf.org/economy-business/2026-07-02/how-gen-z-florida-navigating-weaker-labor-market-aiThe state's unemployment is outpacing the national average. The candidate pool is flooded with graduates seeking similar work. And artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the game for employers and job seekers alike.External ArticleThu, 02 Jul 2026 18:07:17 How Gen Z in Florida is navigating a weaker labor market in the age of AI - WºÚÁϳԹÏÍøThe state's unemployment is outpacing the national average. The candidate pool is flooded with graduates seeking similar work. And artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the game for employers and job seekers alike.Incoming students look down at their phones during a guided tour of the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø's St. Pete campus, which began at the Kate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance. Gabriella Paul / WºÚÁϳԹÏÍøhttps://www.wusf.org/economy-business/2026-07-02/how-gen-z-florida-navigating-weaker-labor-market-aiResearch and InnovationArtificial Intelligence,External News,Kate Tiedemann School of Business and Financehttps://www.powerbrokernews.com/post/are-black-entrepreneurs-leveraging-ai-as-a-game-changer-new-survey-to-reveal-ai-adoption-rates-in-tA groundbreaking research initiative in Tampa Bay will help determine if artificial intelligence, often considered a great equalizer, is mitigating racial and economic gaps or widening entrepreneurial divides.External ArticleTue, 16 Jun 2026 18:24:03 Are Black entrepreneurs leveraging AI as a game changer? New survey to reveal AI adoption rates in Tampa Bay - Power Broker NewsA groundbreaking research initiative in Tampa Bay will help determine if artificial intelligence, often considered a great equalizer, is mitigating racial and economic gaps or widening entrepreneurial divides.black couple in front of a signhttps://www.powerbrokernews.com/post/are-black-entrepreneurs-leveraging-ai-as-a-game-changer-new-survey-to-reveal-ai-adoption-rates-in-tEntrepreneurship,Research and InnovationArtificial Intelligence,School of Information Systemshttps://baynews9.com/fl/tampa/news/2026/06/13/a-usf-expert-said-more-people-are-using-ai-to-plan-vacationsSeden DoÄŸan said the key to using AI is to give it a detailed prompt to get the best personalized results. But she said not to rely on it because it could give inaccurate replies.External ArticleSat, 13 Jun 2026 18:06:09 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø expert says more people are using AI to plan vacations - Bay News 9Seden DoÄŸan said the key to using AI is to give it a detailed prompt to get the best personalized results. But she said not to rely on it because it could give inaccurate replies.vacationershttps://baynews9.com/fl/tampa/news/2026/06/13/a-usf-expert-said-more-people-are-using-ai-to-plan-vacationsResearch and InnovationArtificial Intelligence,School of Hospitality and Sport Managementhttps://www.hospitalitynet.org/panel/sustainability-in-hospitality/the-best-sustainability-resources-in-the-age-of-aiA panel of experts shares the best sustainability resources in the age of AI, from analyzing energy use to predicting the environmental impact of hotel operations.External ArticleThu, 04 Jun 2026 17:29:30 The best sustainability resources in the age of AI - HospitalityNetA panel of experts shares the best sustainability resources in the age of AI, from analyzing energy use to predicting the environmental impact of hotel operations.sustainability in hospitalityhttps://www.hospitalitynet.org/panel/sustainability-in-hospitality/the-best-sustainability-resources-in-the-age-of-aiResearch and InnovationArtificial Intelligence,School of Hospitality and Sport Management/business/news/2026/roi-spring-empathetic-chatbot-worse.aspxAfter a service failure, customers expect empathy. When a human employee understands a customer’s frustration and shows they share that feeling, it can calm tensions and rebuild trust. But new research suggests that when a chatbot tries the same tactic, it can backfire.Wed, 22 Apr 2026 22:11:08 When an empathetic chatbot can make things worseAfter a service failure, customers expect empathy. When a human employee understands a customer’s frustration and shows they share that feeling, it can calm tensions and rebuild trust. But new research suggests that when a chatbot tries the same tactic, it can backfire.blue robot with a smile/business/news/2026/roi-spring-empathetic-chatbot-worse.aspxResearch and InnovationArtificial Intelligence,School of Information Systems/business/news/2026/roi-spring-reviving-legends.aspxHologram AI concert experiences may look futuristic, with their computer-generated 3D illusions of dead artists performing on stage.Wed, 22 Apr 2026 22:11:08 Reviving legends: Hologram AI concertgoers value ethics over innovationHologram AI concert experiences may look futuristic, with their computer-generated 3D illusions of dead artists performing on stage.photo from the ABBA Voyage virtual reunion/business/news/2026/roi-spring-reviving-legends.aspxResearch and InnovationArtificial Intelligence,School of Hospitality and Sport Management/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 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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 Systemshttps://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 Managementhttps://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 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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 Management/business/news/2026/02-27-hologram-ai-concertgoers-value-ethics-over-innovation-usf-study.aspxNew research from the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø studyNew research from the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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 Managementhttps://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 Managementhttps://phys.org/news/2026-02-hotel-guests-embrace-ai-convenience.htmlNew research from ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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 Managementhttps://nationaltoday.com/us/fl/tampa/news/2026/02/09/hotel-guests-prefer-human-touch-over-ai-concierges-study-finds/ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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 TodayºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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 Managementhttps://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, ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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 Management/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, ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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 Management/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2026/bellini-college-partnership-to-offer-three-interdisciplinary-computing-majors-icm-for-2026.aspxThis joint program with ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø’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 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø’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 Intelligencehttps://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 Management/news/2025/usf-commencement-spotlights-four-visionary-leaders-advancing-innovation-and-growth.aspxºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø commencement spotlights four visionary leaders advancing innovation and growth - ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø NewsºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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 Finance/business/news/2025/12-8-ceo-ai-voice-depression-usf-study.aspxCo-written by ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø researchers are using AI to detect signs of CEO depression through voiceCo-written by ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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 Accountancy/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 Managementhttps://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 Innovation/news/2025/meet-the-new-faculty-helping-power-usfs-future.aspxThe ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø is welcoming 207 new faculty members to its campuses this fall. Joining ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø’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 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø’s future - ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø NewsThe ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø is welcoming 207 new faculty members to its campuses this fall. Joining ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø’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 Innovationhttps://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 Management/business/news/2025/hackabull2025.aspxMore than 300 students turned ideas into real-world solutions at ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø’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 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø's largest hackathonMore than 300 students turned ideas into real-world solutions at ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø’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 Intelligence/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 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing to ignite Tampa Bay’s tech talent - ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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 Managementhttps://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 Management/business/news/2025/synapse2025.aspxºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø colleges played a role in shaping Tampa Bay’s future.Alexis Yahre WalshThu, 03 Apr 2025 15:12:36 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø joins Tampa’s innovation leaders at Synapse Summit 2025ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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 Financehttps://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 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø's College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, and Computing.https://crowsneststpete.com/2025/03/31/usf-establish-new-college-with-40m-donation/Business NewsArtificial Intelligencehttps://www.msn.com/en-us/news/technology/arnie-bellini-donates-40m-to-launch-usf-s-ai-and-computing-college/ar-AA1BqCAXThe ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø (ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø) 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 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø’s AI and Computing College - MSNThe ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø (ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø) 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.ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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 Newshttps://philanthropynewsdigest.org/news/university-of-south-florida-receives-40-million-for-ai-schoolThe ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø (ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø) 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 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø receives $40 million for AI school - Candid.The ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø (ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø) has announced a $40 million gift from Arnie and Lauren Bellini aimed at establishing Tampa as a global leader in AI and cybersecurity.ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø: Muma College of Business https://philanthropynewsdigest.org/news/university-of-south-florida-receives-40-million-for-ai-schoolBusiness NewsArtificial Intelligencehttps://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 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø.External ArticleFri, 14 Mar 2025 14:01:15 Arnie Bellini’s record ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø donation: ‘Education is everything’ - Tampa Bay Business JournalThe Bellinis $40 million gift launches the nation's first AI and cybersecurity college at the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø.(L-R) ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø cybersecurity student Brianna Deaubler, ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Provost Prasant Mohapatra, ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Foundation CEO Jay Stroman, Arnie and Lauren Bellini, ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø President Rhea Law and ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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 Intelligence/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 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Muma College of Business.Elizabeth L. BrownThu, 13 Mar 2025 14:18:47 CEO named ‘Most Influential’ in AI speaks to ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Executive MBA classSandra Rivera, CEO of Altera Corporation, headlined the March 7 EMBA Distinguished Speaker Series event hosted by the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Muma College of Business.image of Sandra Rivera/business/news/2025/03-13-emba-altera.aspxBusiness News,SpotlightsArtificial Intelligencehttps://stpetecatalyst.com/usfs-bellini-college-to-focus-on-ai-cybersecurity-and-computing/The ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø (ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø) 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 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø’s Bellini College to focus on AI, cybersecurity and computing - St. Pete CatalystThe ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø (ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø) 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: ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø cybersecurity student Brianna Deaubler, ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Provost Prasant Mohapatra, ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Foundation CEO Jay Stroman, Arnie and Lauren Bellini, ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø President Rhea Law and ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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 Intelligencehttps://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 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø: $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.ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø: 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 Intelligencehttps://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 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø comes at a pivotal moment.External ArticleWed, 12 Mar 2025 18:16:04 Bellini College at ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø comes at a pivotal moment.Arnie and Lauren Bellini's $40 million gift is the largest in ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø'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 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 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø receives record $40 million gift for AI, cybersecurity - yahoo!newsThe ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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 Newshttps://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 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø's Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing.External ArticleTue, 11 Mar 2025 19:30:01 A historic gift establishes name for ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø's college for AI and cybersecurity - WºÚÁϳԹÏÍøThe $40 million from tech entrepreneur Arnie Bellini and his wife, Lauren, establishes ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø's Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing.Arnie Bellini speaks at ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø'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 Newshttps://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 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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 Newshttps://www.wfla.com/video/usf-announces-brand-new-college-that-will-open-its-doors-this-fall/10528161/On Tuesday morning, ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø announced the Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, and Computing.External ArticleTue, 11 Mar 2025 19:13:36 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø announces brand-new college that will open its doors this fall - WFLAOn Tuesday morning, ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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 Newshttps://www.usforacle.com/2025/03/11/usf-receives-40m-gift-for-new-ai-cybersecurity-and-computing-college/ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø receives $40M gift for new AI, cybersecurity and computing college - The OracleºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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 Newshttps://www.fox13news.com/news/new-usf-program-focused-ai-cyber-securityºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø program focused on AI and cybersecurity - Fox 13 Tampa BayºÚÁϳԹÏÍø received a record $40 million donation that will establish the Billini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing.A new ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø program focused on AI and cybersecurity has been launched.https://www.fox13news.com/news/new-usf-program-focused-ai-cyber-securityBusiness NewsArtificial Intelligence,External Newshttps://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 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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.ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø cybersecurity student Brianna Deaubler, ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Provost Prasant Mohapatra, ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Foundation CEO Jay Stroman, Arnie and Lauren Bellini, ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø President Rhea Law and ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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 Newshttps://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 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø's ambitious plans.External ArticleTue, 11 Mar 2025 18:31:45 Arnie Bellini gives $40M to establish ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø's Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing - Tampa Bay Business JournalA Tampa Bay tech leader's vision for cybersecurity excellence aligns with ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø's ambitious plans.Arnie and Lauren Bellini have given $40 million to establish the Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing at ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø. Amy Pezzicara or Pezz Photohttps://www.bizjournals.com/tampabay/news/2025/03/11/university-south-florida-bellini-college-gift.htmlBusiness NewsArtificial Intelligence,External Newshttps://tbbwmag.com/2025/03/11/usf-receives-major-gift-bellini-college-cybersecurity-computing/The ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø receives $40M gift to establish Bellini College of AI, Cybersecurity and Computing - Tampa Bay Business & WealthThe ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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 Newshttps://stpetecatalyst.com/zaps/usf-receives-40-million-for-ai-college/The ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø receives $40 million for AI college - CatalystThe ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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 Newshttps://philanthropynewsdigest.org/news/other-sources/article/?id=15911947%26title=ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø-receives-$40M-gift-for-new-AI,-cybersecurity-and-computing-collegeºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø receives $40M gift for new AI, cybersecurity and computing college - Candid.ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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=ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø-receives-$40M-gift-for-new-AI,-cybersecurity-and-computing-collegeBusiness NewsArtificial Intelligence,External Newshttps://myq105.com/2025/03/11/usf-gets-40m-gift-to-build-ai-and-cybersecurity-college-classes-begin-this-fall/ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Gets $40M Gift to Build AI and Cybersecurity College, Classes Begin This Fall - Q105ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø President Steven Currall lives on campus on July 2, 2020 in Tampa, Florida. Tampa Bay Students for Democratic Society protest at the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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 Newshttps://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 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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 Newshttps://www.sarasotamanatee.usf.edu/magazine/2024/usf-sarasota-manatee-making-its-mark-in-ai-and-cybersecurity.aspxºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Sarasota-Manatee making its mark in artificial intelligence and cybersecurity - ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Sarasota-ManateeºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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 Management/news/2025/college-of-artificial-intelligence-cybersecurity-and-computing-will-fosterusf-wide-collaborations.aspxBy integrating AI across disciplines in all ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø-wide collaborationsBy integrating AI across disciplines in all ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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 Innovation