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From film to finance: How Carl Ayala found his path to artificial intelligence
Carl Ayala’s career has taken him on an unexpected journey, from the creative world of film production to the fast-paced banking environment and now to the cutting-edge field of artificial intelligence.
April 14, 2025Artificial Intelligence, Computing
From hospitality to tech: Rita Sharipova’s Pathway to Computing
Growing up, Rita Sharipova was fascinated by technology, but when it came time to choose a college major, she opted for hospitality management at the University of Central Florida. At the time, tech felt intimidating, especially as a male-dominated industry with lingering gender stereotypes. Hospitality seemed like a safer choice.
April 14, 2025Computing
Tech Investor Arnie Bellini Gifts $50M To Create New Cybersecurity & AI College At USF - OAN
Tech investor Arnie Bellini has donated $50 million, the largest gift in the University of South Florida’s history, to establish the Bellini College of Cybersecurity and Artificial Intelligence.
April 8, 2025Artificial Intelligence, Computing, Cybersecurity
Eleven USF faculty among 2024 class of Fellows of American Association for the Advancement of Science
This is the third largest cohort from any university in the nation. Recognition as an AAAS Fellow is a distinguished lifetime honor within the scientific community.
April 2, 2025Research
How a simple chair in the 1980s led to USF’s global leadership in AI
In the 1980s, a visionary professor of computer science and engineering at USF joined forces with his ambitious doctoral student to explore artificial intelligence when the technology still in its infancy. Their work paved the way for the Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing.
April 2, 2025Artificial Intelligence, Research
USF International Business Forum explores the promise and peril of AI
Leading strategists in technology, trade, and key industries gathered at the 2nd Annual USF International Business Forum on March 13 to contemplate how artificial intelligence will shape the future. Read more about their discussions.
March 20, 2025Artificial Intelligence, Research
Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing will foster USF-wide collaborations
USF’s Bellini College is set to revolutionize education by producing job-ready professionals in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and computing. By integrating AI across disciplines in all USF colleges, this forward-thinking initiative will equip graduates with cutting-edge skills to thrive in the 21st-century workforce.
March 18, 2025Artificial Intelligence, Computing, Cybersecurity, Research
Arnie Bellini’s record USF donation: ‘Education is everything’ - Tampa Bay Business Journal
The Bellinis $40 million gift launches the nation's first AI and cybersecurity college at the University of South Florida. Here is how it all came together.
March 14, 2025Artificial Intelligence, Computing, Cybersecurity
Bellini College at USF to tackle talent gap, regional collaboration in curriculum with AI-driven security focus - Tampa Bay Business Journal
Amid a historic surge in cyberattacks, AI-driven threats and escalating digital security challenges, Arnie and Lauren Bellini’s $40 million gift to USF comes at a pivotal moment.
March 12, 2025Artificial Intelligence, Computing, Cybersecurity
Historic $40M gift establishes Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing at USF, solidifying Tampa Bay as “Cyber Bay”
The nation’s first named college dedicated to artificial intelligence and cybersecurity will drive workforce development, national security and economic growth.
March 11, 2025Artificial Intelligence, Computing, Cybersecurity
University of South Florida Gets $40 Million to Start Cyber and AI College - Wall Street Journal
Philanthropists 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.’
March 11, 2025Artificial Intelligence, Computing, Cybersecurity
John Licato helping bring Florida’s first AI and cybersecurity college to life at USF
John Licato is pioneering the future. His interest in video games led to a passion for technology, and he has since dedicated his education, research and career to the field. As an associate professor at the University of South Florida, he shares his passion with students and teaches the future AI and cybersecurity leaders of tomorrow.
March 7, 2025Artificial Intelligence, Research