USF’s reported research expenditures climbed to $531M — a 15% gain in two years that is drawing federal and private dollars into Tampa Bay.

Pasco County has launched a "BioCoast" brand to market land, labs and clinical partners to biotech firms as Moffitt’s Speros campus advances. The effort ties Pasco to Tampa’s research district.

A Senate committee backed a NASA reauthorization that would extend the ISS to Sept. 30, 2032 and direct NASA to develop a permanent Moon base. The move shifts timelines for the Space Coast and commercial station builders.

A viral X post shows an OpenClaw AI assistant allegedly sending 70% below-asking offers to hundreds of Tampa Zillow listings, sparking outrage and security warnings.

The Tampa Bay Times is using a template-driven 'Times AI News Engine' to post short AI-written real-estate notices and weather alerts since September 2025. Editors say staff review most templates while a public AI policy is finalized.

UF researchers retooled tomato carotenoids with a pepper gene, producing orange fruit higher in beta‑carotene that could help address vitamin A deficiency.

Tampa General unveiled a 32,000-square-foot Innovation Center in Ybor City to house its innovation and venture teams, analytics staff and a new Palantir hub.

Hillsborough County partners with MD Ally Technologies to route non-emergency 911 calls to telehealth services, aiming to better utilize EMS resources.

Hillsborough County Solid Waste released an interactive virtual tour of its Waste-to-Energy Facility that burns up to 1,800 tons of trash daily, powering 35,000 homes and recycling metals.

Hillsborough County deputies used body-cam translation tech for effective communication with a Spanish-speaking driver, showcasing inclusivity and modern policing.

Pinellas County Jail has provided inmates with tablets for communication and services, aiming to enhance safety and reduce violence, though with restricted access to certain digital content.

The Tampa Police Department is implementing new technologies like real-time translation tools, virtual reality training, and a drone response program to improve safety and efficiency.

The James A. Haley Veterans' Hospital in Tampa receives praise for its rehabilitation program and specialized care, training programs, and high retention rates of graduates within the VA system.