Austin Hit by Major Tech Outage Affecting Emergency Services and Flights Following CrowdStrike Software Flaw
A software update from CrowdStrike caused widespread tech disruptions in Austin, impacting emergency services and transportation, with agencies adapting and essential services restored.
Technical Glitches Shutter Texas DPS Offices and Disrupt Services Statewide Amid Global Outage
Texas DPS closed offices statewide due to technical issues, part of a global outage affecting various sectors. CrowdStrike assures it wasn't a cyberattack, while Microsoft is addressing related software update problems.
Texas Goes Tech Titans, Austin's $840M Mission with DARPA to Spark Semiconductor Supremacy and Boost U.S. Defense!
The Texas Institute for Electronics at UT Austin has been awarded $840 million by DARPA to establish a microelectronics center, enhancing U.S. semiconductor production and defense technology.
University of Texas at Austin Researchers Develop Rapid CO2 Storage Method Without Harmful Chemicals
UT Austin researchers developed a rapid carbon storage technology that creates carbon dioxide hydrates quickly without harmful chemicals, potentially advancing carbon sequestration efforts.
University of Texas at Austin Breakthrough Enables Visualization of Earth's Interior Through Surface Deformation Imaging
A new geophysical technique developed at The University of Texas visualizes Earth's interior by using surface deformation, measuring the rigidity of the crust and mantle.
Austin Community College and Texas DIR Launch Innovative Tech Apprenticeship to Tackle Cybersecurity Workforce Shortage
Austin Community College and the Texas Department of Information Resources have launched a tech and cybersecurity apprenticeship program, designed to enhance career readiness and address workforce shortages in the IT sector.
FAA to Enhance Runway Safety with Advanced Surveillance System at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
The FAA is introducing a new airfield surveillance system at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to improve air traffic controllers' situational awareness and reduce runway incidents. This advanced system will be operational by June 30.












