There's a new second-richest person in the world
Larry Ellison, co-founder and chief technology officer for Oracle, is now the second-richest person on Earth.
AI may be contributing to increase in data breaches, new report shows
Data breaches are up in 2025, according to a new report and researchers call the use of artificial intelligence in attempted data breaches an “emerging threat."
31% of teens find AI chats “as satisfying or more satisfying" than human conversations
Teens admit that they prefer discussing important topics with AI companions more than people, according to a new study.
MLB tests robot umpires in 2025 All-Star Game with challenge system
MLB is using its automated strike zone system in the All-Star Game for the first time, giving teams limited challenges amid ongoing debate over robot umpires.
Emergency preparedness tech tips | High-Tech Texan
When disaster strikes, your smartphone might just be your best friend. From Google Wallet to Apple Pay, digital tools are becoming part of emergency preparedness. Tech expert Michael Garfield, the High-Tech Texan, joins us this morning to share how your device can help and what else you'll want in your emergency kit.
Indeed, Glassdoor cutting jobs as artificial intelligence utilization grows
About 1,300 people will lose their jobs in layoffs at Indeed and Glassdoor.
Tampa General Hospital, USF developing artificial intelligence to monitor NICU baby's pain in real-time
Researchers are looking to use artificial intelligence to detect when a baby is in pain.
X CEO, Linda Yaccarino, steps down from social media platform
Linda Yaccarino was with the company for two years.
Elon Musk's AI chatbot Grok makes antisemitic posts on X
Grok, Elon Musk's artificial-intelligence chatbot, is trending for the wrong reasons on X, formerly Twitter.
MyPillow CEO's lawyers fined for AI-generated court filings: Reports
The court documents filed by Mike Lindell's attorneys had nearly 30 defective citations.
Marco Rubio imposter using AI to call high-level officials
The U.S. State Department is warning diplomats of an AI-driven scheme impersonating Sec. Marco Rubio to contact top officials via fake texts and voice messages. Here’s what we know.
Southwest installs 'third set of eyes' in cockpit to boost safety
The program is called "SmartRunway SmartLanding" and it is designed to help pilots respond on the tarmac.
Tinder launches new biometric face scan verification
Tinder rolled out the new security measure in California on Monday.
Robot lawnmower | High-Tech Texan
If you're wanting to relax in the sun this summer rather than baking outside doing chores, technology may be your saving grace. Michael Garfield, the High-Tech Texan, shows off some of the latest technology helping people relax during the dog days of summer.
'Liver King' says he 'will never stop' after arrest over alleged threat against Joe Rogan
Social media influencer Brian Johnson, better known as the “Liver King,” bonded out of jail after allegedly making a terroristic threat against Austin-based podcaster Joe Rogan.
ChatGPT could affect your critical thinking skills, study finds
MIT researchers conducted a study assessing the impacts of ChatGPT on the brain during writing assignments.
YouTube raising minimum age for live streaming to 16
Starting July 22, YouTube will require users to be at least 16 years old to live stream on their own, tightening safety restrictions for teen creators.
Austin-based Bumble to lay off 30% of workforce
Austin-based Bumble approved layoffs for approximately 240 employees.
AI willing to let humans die, blackmail to avoid shutdown, report finds
In simulated corporate scenarios, leading AI models—including ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini—engaged in blackmail, leaked information, and let humans die when facing threats to their autonomy, a new Anthropic study found.
Home security cameras | FOX 7 Tech Report
Michael Garfield, the High-Tech Texan, is in studio with Good Day Austin's Dave Froehlich to talk about the pros and cons of home security systems and cameras.