AI: Job killer or catalyst for change? How technology is transforming employment

Artificial intelligence is increasingly enabling employers to automate tasks previously performed by humans, but it may not be the job killer some feared.

UT researchers using AI to find 'polluted' white dwarf stars

Astronomers at the University of Texas at Austin are using artificial intelligence to find and identify white dwarf stars. Malia Gao, research team leader, spoke with FOX 7 Austin's John Krinjak.

Austin leaders have plan to fight fires using AI

Austin city leaders have a plan to fight fires using artificial intelligence. First responders added AI technology to their tool belts to increase fire response times.

Pflugerville company uses AI to revolutionize returns

Vendidit is using artificial intelligence to make returning products more efficient. Co-founder Gary Stephens joins FOX 7 Austin's John Krinjak to discuss in this FOX 7 Focus.

No, the NFL isn't using facial recognition software to monitor fans

The internet is abuzz over a tweet claiming the Cowboys and NFL were set to use facial recognition on fans. The problem is — that’s not true. The false post gained thousands of shares while te factual post from the NFL’s PR rep only got 24 shares.

Apple's new AI features to be delayed after iOS 18 release: report

Apple's upcoming release of new artificial intelligence (AI) tools is now expected to occur later than originally expected, coming after the initial launch of the new iOS 18 software for iPhone and iPads, according to a report.

Virginia Rep. Jennifer Wexton delivers House speech with AI-cloned voice

When Jennifer Wexton rose Thursday to speak on the House floor, something she has done countless times before, the congresswoman used a voice she thought was gone forever.

Can artificial intelligence decode dog barks?

Scientists are developing tools to distinguish whether a dog's bark shows playfulness or aggression.

Driverless Waymo gets pulled over by police and it's captured on body cam

This is something you probably didn't consider: self-driving Waymo cars can get pulled over by police. In fact, it happened last month in Phoenix and it was caught on body camera.

Major record labels sue AI companies for copyright infringement

Major record labels are suing AI music startups Suno and Udio for copyright infringement, alleging they illegally used music from artists like Chuck Berry to Mariah Carey without proper licensing.

McDonald's ending AI drive-thru ordering

McDonald's appears to be ending its A.I. drive-thru order technology, a report says. More than 100 locations have been testing the program.

'Miss AI' pageant features fake beauty queens

Models created using generative artificial intelligence are competing in the “Miss AI" pageant this month.

iOS 18: How Apple Intelligence will shape your iPhone, iPad

Apple’s iOS 18 is coming this fall, bringing “Apple Intelligence” to your iPhone, iPad and Mac – including a big upgrade to Siri.

Apple enters AI race with ambitions to overtake the early leaders

Apple jumped into the race to bring generative artificial intelligence to the masses during its World Wide Developers Conference Monday, previewing an onslaught of features designed to soup up the iPhone and other popular products with technology already available on rival devices.

How AI can help (and hurt) climate change

Artificial intelligence significantly impacts the climate crisis by consuming large amounts of energy and water for its data centers, leading to increased greenhouse gas emissions, while also offering tools for climate management, such as improving climate models, optimizing energy use, and enhancing renewable energy efficiency.