Technology is woven into the fabric of daily life—until it isn’t. While most people have access to powerful tools such as smartphones, technology also plays a crucial role in supporting individuals with mobility challenges, disabilities and other accessibility needs.… Read More
“Novel Threats in Wireless Systems” – FICS Guest Lecture by Jiska Classen
Please join us on March 3rd for a seminar by Jiska Classen entitled “Novel Threats in Wireless Systems”. Dr. Classen is a group leader at the Hasso Plattner Institute and one of the world’s leading experts in uncovering the functionality… Read More
STAND UP & HOLLER: UF GIVING DAY 2025
🎉 STAND UP & HOLLER: UF GIVING DAY 2025 📅 Thursday, February 20 Join Gators everywhere in making an impact! 💙🧡 FICS Research strengthens the nation’s critical infrastructure, helps to secure our payment systems, keeps our citizens… Read More
Listen carefully: FICS Research’s Study could lead to better deepfake detection
A team led by Dr. Patrick Traynor and FICS Research director Dr. Kevin Butler recently concluded the largest study on audio deepfakes to date, challenging 1,200 humans to identify real audio messages from digital fakes. “We found humans weren’t perfect,… Read More
UNITED NATIONS RATIFIES FICS RESEARCH CREATED FRAMEWORK TO PROTECT PEOPLE ON CASH APPS
UF cybersecurity professor Kevin Butler developed the framework, which spells out guidance for countries to prevent fraud and abuse on mobile cash apps. Cash apps are the prominent form of banking in Africa, South America and Southeast Asia and can… Read More
President Biden Appoints Dr. Juan Gilbert to the National Science Board
Dr. Juan Gilbert, UF Distinguished Professor and Chair of the Department of Computer and Information Science and Engineering and member of FICS, was appointed by President Biden to the National Science Board, which serves as an independent body of advisors… Read More
Thank You for Joining Us at the Small Business for Cybersecurity Summit!
We extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who contributed to the success of the Small Business for Cybersecurity Summit It was a remarkable event that united an impressive lineup of speakers and panelists from across the country, each sharing… Read More
Dr. Sara Rampazzi and Team Secure $759K ONR Grant for Next-Gen UDC Defense and Surveillance
FICS faculty Dr. Sara Rampazzi and team have been awarded $759K from the Office of Naval Research (ONR) for their project on developing a software defense system and agent-based surveillance strategies for UDCs (Underwater Data Centers). This is a unique… Read More
ARE OLDER ADULTS MORE VULNERABLE TO SCAMS? FICS FACULTY MEMBER DR. NATALIE EBNER AND FICS POSTODOCTORAL RESEARCHER SHED LIGHT ON THIS WITH THEIR RECENT RESEARCH FINDINGS
About 1 in 6 Americans are age 65 or older, and that percentage is projected to grow. Older adults often hold positions of power, have retirement savings accumulated over the course of their lifetimes, and make important financial and health-related decisions –… Read More
UNDERWATER DATA CENTERS ARE THE FUTURE. BUT A SPEAKER SYSTEM COULD CRIPPLE THEM
In 2018, Microsoft plunged almost 1,000 servers more than 100 feet beneath the Scottish sea. No mere stunt, it was a test of bold plans to sustainably meet our growing appetite for cloud computing services. By harnessing the natural cooling properties… Read More