https://www.usf.edu/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/Recent posts from Newsen-usSun, 17 May 2026 05:15:25 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)https://www.usf.edu/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2026/from-robotics-competitions-to-microsoft-internship-usf-student-builds-path-in-cybersecurity.aspxUSF student Fagan Afandiyev turned an early passion for robotics competitions into a path toward a career in cybersecurity. After gaining experience through student competitions and industry consulting, he will spend the summer as a penetration testing intern at Microsoft, where he will help identify system vulnerabilities before attackers can exploit them.Jeremy MareadyMon, 06 Apr 2026 07:39:40 From robotics competitions to Microsoft internship, USF student builds path in cybersecurityUSF student Fagan Afandiyev turned an early passion for robotics competitions into a path toward a career in cybersecurity. After gaining experience through student competitions and industry consulting, he will spend the summer as a penetration testing intern at Microsoft, where he will help identify system vulnerabilities before attackers can exploit them.Three young men in matching green shirts are intently engaged in coding on laptops at a tech event, with a collaborative atmosphere reflected in their focused expressions and the surrounding workspace.https://www.usf.edu/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2026/from-robotics-competitions-to-microsoft-internship-usf-student-builds-path-in-cybersecurity.aspxCyberherd,Cybersecurityhttps://www.usf.edu/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2026/cyberbay-2026-summit-highlights-usfss-role-in-building-the-future-cybersecurity-workforce.aspxUniversity of South Florida President Moez Limayem joined nearly 60 students from the Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing at CyberBay 2026 Summit to highlight the growing demand for cybersecurity talent and showcase the college’s role in developing the workforce. Faculty and students presented research, competed in cybersecurity challenges and engaged with industry partners. Bellini College Associate Professor John Licato also won the conference’s $70,000 Innovation Challenge for his AI contract analysis platform.Jeremy MareadyFri, 13 Mar 2026 13:16:21 CyberBay 2026 Summit highlights USF’s role in building the future cybersecurity workforceUniversity of South Florida President Moez Limayem joined nearly 60 students from the Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing at CyberBay 2026 Summit to highlight the growing demand for cybersecurity talent and showcase the college’s role in developing the workforce. Faculty and students presented research, competed in cybersecurity challenges and engaged with industry partners. Bellini College Associate Professor John Licato also won the conference’s $70,000 Innovation Challenge for his AI contract analysis platform.People stand and talk near a bus in a parking lot at dusk with buildings and streetlights in the background.https://www.usf.edu/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2026/cyberbay-2026-summit-highlights-usfss-role-in-building-the-future-cybersecurity-workforce.aspxArtificial Intelligence,Cyberherd,Cybersecurityhttps://www.usf.edu/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/lime-green-to-debut-at-bellini-collegea-inaugural-commencement.aspxUSF’s Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing will debut the new lime green tassel at this month’s fall commencement, marking the graduation of its inaugural class. The new color now represents the college’s technology-focused disciplines and joins USF’s long-standing academic regalia tradition.Jeremy MareadyFri, 05 Dec 2025 15:15:12 Lime green tassel to debut at Bellini College’s inaugural commencementUSF’s Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing will debut the new lime green tassel at this month’s fall commencement, marking the graduation of its inaugural class. The new color now represents the college’s technology-focused disciplines and joins USF’s long-standing academic regalia tradition.A group of six individuals sits together around a circular table in a modern office setting, with a focus on a couple of green tassels placed in front of them; they present a mix of professional and casual attire, smiling as they engage in conversation. The background features bright lighting and contemporary furnishings, emphasizing a collaborative atmosphere.https://www.usf.edu/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/lime-green-to-debut-at-bellini-collegea-inaugural-commencement.aspxArtificial Intelligence,Computing,Cyberherd,Cybersecurity,Researchhttps://www.usf.edu/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/cyberherd--cyberhawk-ctf.aspxAfter missing a flight due to bad weather and arriving in an Uber just hours before their competition began, USF’s CyberHerd team won first place at the University of North Dakota CyberHawks National Capture the Flag competition this week.Jeremy MareadyMon, 03 Nov 2025 00:56:03 USF’s CyberHerd team dominates in CyberHawk CTF winAfter missing a flight due to bad weather and arriving in an Uber just hours before their competition began, USF’s CyberHerd team won first place at the University of North Dakota CyberHawks National Capture the Flag competition this week.A group of six people stand on a stage holding certificates with a large screen behind them showing event details.https://www.usf.edu/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/cyberherd--cyberhawk-ctf.aspxCyberherd,Cybersecurityhttps://www.usf.edu/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/student_spotlight_michelle_mcaveety.aspxBefore she could say motherboard, Michelle McAveety was playing with computers. From tinkering on an early MacIntosh computer while sitting in a booster seat to building PCs with her dad at the age of 6 to programming in high school, the USF computer engineering major has grown up surrounded by wires, code and curiosity.Lorie BriggsMon, 18 Aug 2025 10:38:34 Curiosity, Code, and a Cyber PathBefore she could say motherboard, Michelle McAveety was playing with computers. From tinkering on an early MacIntosh computer while sitting in a booster seat to building PCs with her dad at the age of 6 to programming in high school, the USF computer engineering major has grown up surrounded by wires, code and curiosity.A group of smiling young adults in green shirts pose inside a vehicle, flashing the "hook 'em horns" gesture while holding a large mock check for $40,000 made out to "South Florida." The scene conveys a sense of celebration and achievement.https://www.usf.edu/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/student_spotlight_michelle_mcaveety.aspxCyberherd,CybersecurityBSCPhttps://www.usf.edu/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/defcon33.aspxThe University of South Florida’s CyberHerd team claimed first place at DEF CON 33’s “Adversary Wars” Capture the Flag, capping the competitive team’s debut at what is widely regarded as the largest hacking and security conference in the world.Lorie BriggsWed, 13 Aug 2025 16:57:41 USF CyberHerd captures first place at world’s largest hacker conferenceThe University of South Florida’s CyberHerd team claimed first place at DEF CON 33’s “Adversary Wars” Capture the Flag, capping the competitive team’s debut at what is widely regarded as the largest hacking and security conference in the world.Two young men stand outdoors in a park-like setting, wearing matching green and grey shirts representing the USF CyberHerd, with trees and a building in the background. They are smiling and posing for a photo, with one resting his arm on the other's shoulder.https://www.usf.edu/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/defcon33.aspxCyberherd,Cybersecurityhttps://www.usf.edu/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/student_spotlight_grant_stevens.aspxAs a middle schooler, Grant Stevens wanted unlimited lives for some video games. “My first foray into cybersecurity was as a little kid, hacking to gain advantages in a game. Now, I am gaining the education needed to prevent serious malicious hacking and safeguard systems."Lorie BriggsWed, 06 Aug 2025 10:39:39 It all started with unlimited livesAs a middle schooler, Grant Stevens wanted unlimited lives for some video games. “My first foray into cybersecurity was as a little kid, hacking to gain advantages in a game. Now, I am gaining the education needed to prevent serious malicious hacking and safeguard systems."A group of seven individuals, dressed in matching dark green shirts, sit around a table filled with laptops and drinks, intently focused on their screens while engaged in discussion or problem-solving. The setting appears to be a spacious, well-lit area, suggesting a collaborative environment, possibly during a hackathon or conference.https://www.usf.edu/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/student_spotlight_grant_stevens.aspxCyberherd,CybersecurityBSCYS