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City unveils ‘hologram’ message from Mayor Deegan at Jacksonville airport
Read full article: City unveils ‘hologram’ message from Mayor Deegan at Jacksonville airportJacksonville will be one of the first cities in the U.S. to use an innovative platform that features an “incredibly lifelike” 3D “hologram” of the mayor.
Cell-a-bration or cell-a-mistake? Is your child ready for a phone this holiday?
Read full article: Cell-a-bration or cell-a-mistake? Is your child ready for a phone this holiday?Smartphones are on the top of the Christmas list for many children, preteens and teen. But are they ready to have one or will it just lead to more screen time and less family time?
Sextortion: Predators targeting teens through social media
Read full article: Sextortion: Predators targeting teens through social mediaTeens today spend almost five hours a day swiping right, scrolling and sharing on social media. But how do you know what your child is doing is safe? There’s a growing danger online for teenagers.
Expert highlights top STEM toys for children in 2024
Read full article: Expert highlights top STEM toys for children in 2024If you have a child who’s into science, technology, engineering and math – or one you’d like to inspire – Purdue University’s gift guide could help you pick just the right holiday present.
The do’s and don’ts of using AI in the workforce
Read full article: The do’s and don’ts of using AI in the workforceAI is rapidly transforming the workplace. According to a Forbes advisor survey, 56% of businesses are using it to improve business operations and 51% are using AI to help with cybersecurity and fraud management.
Child not quite ready for a smartphone? Consider smartwatch instead
Read full article: Child not quite ready for a smartphone? Consider smartwatch insteadConsumer Reports has the low-down on the high-tech watches that might be the perfect solution for parents who aren't ready to hand over a smartphone just yet.
TikTok’s toxic trends: What parents need to watch out for
Read full article: TikTok’s toxic trends: What parents need to watch out forFrom cute dogs and new moves to hot fashion and more, TikTok is captivating teens in the U.S. While much of the content is all about fun, some of it can be dangerous or even deadly.
Affordable tech for your student: Consumer Reports shares laptop picks for every budget
Read full article: Affordable tech for your student: Consumer Reports shares laptop picks for every budgetWith nearly everything costing more these days, Consumer Reports’ extensive product testing shows you don’t have to spend a lot to get quality tech for your student.
How to help your child balance screen time with schoolwork
Read full article: How to help your child balance screen time with schoolworkWith phones, tablets and other devices, it might seem impossible to pull your kids away from their screens. But it’s important to set limits for them, especially during the school year.
A.J. Laguerre Jr. Endowed Scholarship honors 19-year-old killed in Dollar General shooting 1 year ago
Read full article: A.J. Laguerre Jr. Endowed Scholarship honors 19-year-old killed in Dollar General shooting 1 year agoThe A.J. Laguerre Jr. Endowed Scholarship honors the memory of the 19-year-old, who was a video game and streaming enthusiast and aspired to study cybersecurity in college.
Florida Department of Health notifies those affected by hack, shares resources available
Read full article: Florida Department of Health notifies those affected by hack, shares resources availableThe Florida Department of Health is sending out notices to people whose personal information was stolen and released by hackers in June.
Can you trust AI chatbots’ answers to health questions?
Read full article: Can you trust AI chatbots’ answers to health questions?AI’s potential is impressive, but what about its accuracy? Consumer Reports quizzed a handful of popular, general-purpose AI chatbots to see if their advice on health and safety topics matched that of CR's experts.
Has your car insurance rate skyrocketed? Here’s how your ‘smartphone on wheels’ may be costing you more
Read full article: Has your car insurance rate skyrocketed? Here’s how your ‘smartphone on wheels’ may be costing you moreFlorida ranks as the third most expensive state for car insurance, and you’ll see plenty of newer vehicles on the road.
Clay County students must follow district’s new cellphone policy as they head back to school Tuesday
Read full article: Clay County students must follow district’s new cellphone policy as they head back to school TuesdayThe more than 40,000 students in 43 schools going back to class in Clay County today are all under a new policy when it comes to cellphones and other wireless devices.
Making Ends Meet: Save money and protect your personal information when renting a car
Read full article: Making Ends Meet: Save money and protect your personal information when renting a carIf you're renting a car, you likely have some questions: Am I getting a good deal? Should I prepay when I make the reservation? Is it safe to connect to the car's Bluetooth? We have answers so you can save money and protect your personal information.
Flight problems continue to affect travelers at Jacksonville airport after software update disruption
Read full article: Flight problems continue to affect travelers at Jacksonville airport after software update disruptionA worldwide technology outage had the Jacksonville International Airport dealing with flight delays and cancellations all day Friday.
That call about fraud activity on your bank card might be a scam, FTC warns
Read full article: That call about fraud activity on your bank card might be a scam, FTC warnsDid someone supposedly spot fraud or criminal activity on one of your accounts? Did they offer to help “protect” your money by moving it from your bank, investment, or retirement account? It's a scam, warned the FTC.
I-TEAM: Florida Department of Health data in the hands of a cybercrime group
Read full article: I-TEAM: Florida Department of Health data in the hands of a cybercrime groupSome of the State of Florida’s most sensitive records may now be in the hands of cyber criminals. The group says it’s going to release 100 gigabytes of data from the Florida Dept. of Health (F-DOH), unless the state pays up.
Want to keep your child busy without screen time? Here’s a pediatrician’s guide to summer activities
Read full article: Want to keep your child busy without screen time? Here’s a pediatrician’s guide to summer activitiesSchool’s out for the summer, and children now have a lot of free time on their hands. So, what are some ideas to keep them entertained?
DCPS workshop focuses on mental health plan, student code of conduct
Read full article: DCPS workshop focuses on mental health plan, student code of conductDuval County Public Schools is holding a workshop Tuesday morning to discuss creating a mental health plan and to review the student code of conduct.
It just got easier to price shop for internet service. Itemized labels are now required
Read full article: It just got easier to price shop for internet service. Itemized labels are now requiredConsumer Reports has been pushing the government to require internet companies to provide easy-to-read labels so customers can shop around without complication. Now -- it's a requirement.
AI experimentation is high risk, high reward for low-profile political campaigns
Read full article: AI experimentation is high risk, high reward for low-profile political campaignsText, photos, videos and audio created using artificial intelligence are increasingly making their way into campaigns for state and local office.
This Week in Jacksonville: Business Edition: The integration of AI and preserving the human element
Read full article: This Week in Jacksonville: Business Edition: The integration of AI and preserving the human elementArtificial intelligence is the hot topic of the year. The rapid evolution of AI clashes with some assumptions, including the thought that real humans may not be needed for problem-solving.
Did your favorite celebrity really endorse that product? Maybe not
Read full article: Did your favorite celebrity really endorse that product? Maybe notBefore you spend money on that celebrity-endorsed premium cookware, weight loss product, or can’t-miss money-making opportunity, pause. Take a breath. Are you sure a celebrity or influencer is really endorsing that product or program?
UNF launching new bachelor’s and master’s programs in ‘Fintech’ in Fall 2024
Read full article: UNF launching new bachelor’s and master’s programs in ‘Fintech’ in Fall 2024There is a critical need right now for more workers in the financial tech industry in Jacksonville, and that's why a local university is launching two new programs to help companies find talent.
Using AI, Mastercard expects to find compromised cards quicker, before they get used by criminals
Read full article: Using AI, Mastercard expects to find compromised cards quicker, before they get used by criminalsMastercard says it expects to be able to discover that your credit or debit card number has been compromised well before it ends up in the hands of a cybercriminal.
Cracking the code on negotiating with a cyber extortionist
Read full article: Cracking the code on negotiating with a cyber extortionistFrom Social Security numbers to banking information, both private and public entities are being targeted and are receiving the same message: “We have your personal data. Pay up, or you’ll face the consequences.”
Veterans soar to new heights with drone pilot training program
Read full article: Veterans soar to new heights with drone pilot training programVeterans with the Wounded Warrior Project are learning on how to become drone pilots as part of a collaboration with CSX Railroad Transportation to diversify job opportunities and employ more veterans.
Cyber safety: Protect your child from predators online
Read full article: Cyber safety: Protect your child from predators onlineFrom homework to staying in touch with friends and family, the internet is a valuable tool for kids to learn and stay connected. But a recent presentation from Meta platforms details that their algorithm may connect minors with sexual predators.
What you should know when you travel when it comes to artificial intelligence
Read full article: What you should know when you travel when it comes to artificial intelligenceSpeeding through airport security without any hiccups. It's the goal for most travelers, and one that the Biden administration is working to safeguard, including for people who are wary of new technology.
Consumer Reports investigation finds troubling security flaws in some video doorbells sold by popular retailers
Read full article: Consumer Reports investigation finds troubling security flaws in some video doorbells sold by popular retailersA warning if you purchased certain video doorbells that may have been enticing because they are less expensive.
Making Ends Meet: How to find, cancel monthly subscriptions you’re paying for but don’t want
Read full article: Making Ends Meet: How to find, cancel monthly subscriptions you’re paying for but don’t wantWe’re all trying to cut our monthly bills to make ends meet. And you could find some extra money right now if you take a look at your credit card statements.
TELL US: What else do you want the city of Jacksonville to share on its ‘transparency dashboards’?
Read full article: TELL US: What else do you want the city of Jacksonville to share on its ‘transparency dashboards’?The mayor has asked for feedback about the transparency dashboards and what else Jacksonville residents want to see their local government share data for.
Facebook, Instagram, Messenger and Threads logins restored after widespread outage
Read full article: Facebook, Instagram, Messenger and Threads logins restored after widespread outageUsers reported being locked out of their Facebook accounts and feeds on the platform as well as Threads and Instagram were not refreshing. WhatsApp, which is also owned by Meta, appeared unaffected.
Robot rivals: 3 teams of JU engineering students compete for spot in regionals
Read full article: Robot rivals: 3 teams of JU engineering students compete for spot in regionalsThree teams of Jacksonville University engineering students will face off next week in a robotics competition for a chance to represent JU in the regional tournament in Atlanta.
Making Ends Meet: Tricks to slash your streaming bills without missing your favorite TV shows
Read full article: Making Ends Meet: Tricks to slash your streaming bills without missing your favorite TV showsWe are all looking for ways to cut costs, and over the last few days on The Morning Show, we've talked about several ways to save money:
How an app is helping 911 dispatchers in Flagler County see suspected criminals caught in the act in real-time
Read full article: How an app is helping 911 dispatchers in Flagler County see suspected criminals caught in the act in real-timeThe Flagler County Sheriff’s Office introduced new technology used by 911 dispatchers to help deputies see suspected crimes being committed in real-time.
How to combat social media addiction in children, teens
Read full article: How to combat social media addiction in children, teensIn a multi-state lawsuit against Meta, the states claim that the social media company has harmed young people’s mental health and promoted addiction. But just how harmful is social media for children and teens?
AT&T recognizes ‘frustration,’ offers customers $5 credit following hours-long nationwide outage
Read full article: AT&T recognizes ‘frustration,’ offers customers $5 credit following hours-long nationwide outageFollowing an hours-long nationwide outage last week, AT&T apologized to all of its impacted customers, recognized their frustration and offered them a $5 credit toward their account, according to a statement written on the company’s website.
Massive cell phone outage makes you wonder: Are we too reliant on our mobile devices?
Read full article: Massive cell phone outage makes you wonder: Are we too reliant on our mobile devices?Thursday’s nationwide outage affected thousands of Americans as wireless carriers such as AT&T, Cricket Wireless, Verizon and T-Mobile and other providers scrambled to fix the issue.
Florida bill to keep children under 16 off social media moves forward amid debate on government’s role, parental rights
Read full article: Florida bill to keep children under 16 off social media moves forward amid debate on government’s role, parental rightsAmid a debate about the role of government and parental rights, the Florida Senate on Thursday passed a bill that seeks to keep children under the age of 16 off social media platforms.
Florida Senate likely to pass high-profile bill blocking children under 16 from social media
Read full article: Florida Senate likely to pass high-profile bill blocking children under 16 from social mediaThe Florida Senate is ready Thursday to pass a high-profile bill that seeks to prevent children under age 16 from creating accounts on what lawmakers say are “addictive” social-media platforms.
AT&T wireless service restored after hours-long nationwide outage; company apologizes to affected customers
Read full article: AT&T wireless service restored after hours-long nationwide outage; company apologizes to affected customersA number of Americans are dealing with cellular outages on AT&T, Cricket Wireless, Verizon, T-Mobile and other service providers, according to data from Downdetector.
Warning for parents: Screen time delays your child’s development
Read full article: Warning for parents: Screen time delays your child’s developmentMobile devices are everywhere – and even babies seem to enjoy the technology. But a new study shows too much screen time could negatively affect a little one’s development.
FBI reports alarming increase in child predators targeting families through social media
Read full article: FBI reports alarming increase in child predators targeting families through social mediaFBI officials say it is becoming easier for child predators to take advantage of families through social media, as the number of crimes against children increases year after year.
Florida Senate advances bill banning social media accounts for children under 16
Read full article: Florida Senate advances bill banning social media accounts for children under 16The Senate Judiciary Committee voted 7-2 to approve a bill (SB 1788) that is similar to a measure (HB 1) that passed the House last month and is a priority of House Speaker Paul Renner, R-Palm Coast.
TELL US: What do you think about Elon Musk’s company implanting its first chip in a human brain?
Read full article: TELL US: What do you think about Elon Musk’s company implanting its first chip in a human brain?The Neuralink company, owned by tech billionaire Elon Musk, announced it successfully implanted a chip in a human brain for the first time.
Florida House ready to pass social media restrictions for children, teens
Read full article: Florida House ready to pass social media restrictions for children, teensThe Florida House is poised to pass a bill aimed at preventing children under age 16 from using social media, as parts of the tech industry argue the measure could be unconstitutional and create data-privacy concerns.
The FTC wants to hear from you about children’s online privacy
Read full article: The FTC wants to hear from you about children’s online privacyThe FTC wants to hear from you about the protections the agency is considering when it comes to what information websites can collect from children and how they use and share that information.
Making Ends Meet: Smartphone & tech repair could get cheaper, according to Consumer Reports
Read full article: Making Ends Meet: Smartphone & tech repair could get cheaper, according to Consumer ReportsWe all know how expensive it can be if we need to get our phone or laptop fixed, but Consumer Reports says it could soon get a lot cheaper for everyone – thanks to a new state law in New York.
Logging off social media in the New Year could be a mentally healthy resolution
Read full article: Logging off social media in the New Year could be a mentally healthy resolutionIf you’re tired of the same old New Year’s resolutions, like working out more or trying to lose weight, we’ve got another idea for you. How about trying a social media detox?
Don't be tempted by tech. These last-minute toys cost less, have more benefits
Read full article: Don't be tempted by tech. These last-minute toys cost less, have more benefitsIf you are looking for things that will improve language and learning, the American Speech Language and Hearing Association recommends considering non-tech options.
Making Ends Meet: Game-changing tech gifts for every budget
Read full article: Making Ends Meet: Game-changing tech gifts for every budgetConsumer Reports’ own experts have tried and tested a wide range of products and have compiled their own list of budget-friendly tech gifts -- with one that will cost you as little as $25.
Study: Too much screen time can affect child’s communication, problem-solving skills
Read full article: Study: Too much screen time can affect child’s communication, problem-solving skillsAs parents and caregivers, we all want to do what's best for our young children when it comes to screen time, but you may be wondering about what's OK and what can do long-term harm.
Analysts warn of jobs being replaced by artificial intelligence in the next 10 years.
Read full article: Analysts warn of jobs being replaced by artificial intelligence in the next 10 years.Several jobs will be aided or replaced with artificial intelligence within the next decade, according to the UK's Department of Education.
Wi-Fi woes: Factors that cripple your connection
Read full article: Wi-Fi woes: Factors that cripple your connectionThe average person in the US spends eight hours and five minutes using digital media and most of that is probably connected to Wi-fi. But in this increasingly connected world, what do you do if your Wi-Fi can’t keep up? There are some things that you can do to prevent your internet speed from slowing down any further.
Why the BBB says you should never pay to recover your social media account
Read full article: Why the BBB says you should never pay to recover your social media accountLately, BBB Scam Tracker has seen multiple reports of a scam in which con artists trick people out of their money by promising they can recover social media accounts.
4 popular trucks don’t measure up when it comes to back seat safety, crash tests find
Read full article: 4 popular trucks don’t measure up when it comes to back seat safety, crash tests findFour popular, large pick-up trucks fell short in front-end crash tests measuring back seat safety, according to a new report from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.
The Oasis Institute: Creating tech-savvy seniors
Read full article: The Oasis Institute: Creating tech-savvy seniorsIn today's tech-driven world, being digitally literate is essential. However, for many seniors, navigating technology can be quite a nuisance. The digital divide is widening, leaving older adults feeling disconnected and left behind. Recognizing this challenge, The Oasis Institute, a national organization, is dedicated to ensuring seniors stay connected, tech-savvy, and, most importantly, safe.
Cellphone durability: Does your smartphone pass Consumer Reports’ tough tests?
Read full article: Cellphone durability: Does your smartphone pass Consumer Reports’ tough tests?We want our pricey smartphones to be able to handle everyday use and abuse without having to be repaired or replaced. That’s why Consumer Reports puts every phone in its ratings through some pretty tough durability testing.
AI is making it easier for your kids to fall victim to sextortion
Read full article: AI is making it easier for your kids to fall victim to sextortionFlorida’s Attorney General is warning that artificial intelligence is making it easier for criminals to trick kids into sending nude photos and videos and then blackmail them into sending money, or worse.
Did your kids buy gear in Fortnite without asking you? The FTC says you could get a refund
Read full article: Did your kids buy gear in Fortnite without asking you? The FTC says you could get a refundThe Federal Trade Commission announced late last year that Epic Games would pay $520 million in penalties and refunds to settle complaints revolving around children’s privacy and its payment methods that tricked players into making unintended purchases.