Thousands of users report Meta's platforms are currently down.

La Oficina de Protección Financiera del Consumidor ha finalizado una nueva normativa que introduce la supervisión federal para las principales aplicaciones de pago digital, como Venmo, Cash App y PayPal.

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has finalized a new rule introducing federal oversight for major digital payment apps like Venmo, Cash App, and PayPal. The rule takes effect 30 days after its publication in the Federal Register.

The Department of the Air Force has issued a request for information regarding major innovation plans that could boost Port San Antonio’s push for a billion-dollar campus to house Air Force Cyber as well as other military and civilian development.

El “doomscrolling”, o desplazamiento negativo, puede afectar la salud mental de tu familia. Descubre consejos prácticos para reducir este hábito y fomentar un ambiente digital más saludable para todos en casa.

The Federal Trade Commission issued a study that showed how social media companies are failing to protect teenagers from targeted advertising and online dangers.

C4M Lab, a part of CyManII, is looking to get 1 million people trained in cybersecurity across South Texas.

Ever wanted to create an AI version of yourself? Meta just made it easier, and you can share it with anyone.

Those long summer days are getting shorter, but there’s some good news this time of year: end-of-season and other late summer sales. Here are a few of the top discounted products Consumer Reports recommends in this month’s Best Time to Buy.

When Consumer Reports tests headphones, its experts look at sound quality, fit, and noise reduction. But choosing a pair also involves a lot of personal preference.

Transportation leaders from across Texas have gathered in San Antonio to present their newest technologies and projects.

Mobility leaders and advocates from across Texas will descend on San Antonio for a conference geared toward transportation and technology innovations.

Trying to create a logo in seconds? Programs like OpenAI's Dall-E 3 and Stable Diffusion can do it for you at a very low cost with just a simple prompt. Here's what you need to know about AI image generation.

Today’s consumer headlines include updates on the CrowdStrike worldwide outage, fake recovery websites scammers are using to take advantage of the outage, plus “Twisters” takes the lead for this weekend’s box office hits.

A new app aims to make pregnancy safer by using artificial intelligence to identify potential risks, through the use of machine learning techniques.

Flights across the country have been delayed and cancelled due to a global technology outage that occurred early Friday morning.

Artificial intelligence has become widespread across different industries, including warehouse management.

Researchers are adding data into a system that figures out the best way to help people in serious situations.

AI is a key tool many companies have implemented or will implement into their workflows. But how could you incorporate this technology into your everyday life? Chatbots are one way AI has made its way into our lives by being integrated into existing programs, through customer service uses, or apps like ChatGPT, Gemini or Copilot.

A new report says video games are able to make a positive impact on children if, they in fact possess the right features.

Caterpillar Inc. is investing millions of dollars to create a new industrial engine, so more job opportunities could be coming to South Central Texas.

The Dee Howard Foundation is bringing a commercial drone program to different schools around Bexar County.

In the 2004 film "I, Robot," a detective interrogates a robot in the year 2035, asking it if it could write a symphony or turn a canvas into a beautiful masterpiece.

Bridging the digital divide one laptop at a time. On Saturday, 100 people got new computers helping connect them with the world.

Texas Veteran Security is welcoming it's latest new hire to the job. Two new robots known as OR3 Outdoor Security Robot start patrolling the SAMMinistries shelter this week.

The World Video Game Hall of Fame has inducted its 10th class of honorees.

A group of San Antonio cybersecurity experts are working together to help businesses protect themselves.

The 12 finalists for the World Video Game Hall of Fame this year represent four decades of play.

KSAT 12 goes to SXSW Creative Industries Expo.

SXSW is around the corner. Here's what you need to know to prepare for the conference and join the fun.

Here’s your chance to experience an official South by Southwest event for free.

The Live Oak Police Department is upgrading its body camera system, which its assistant police chief says helps improve officer safety and transparency.

Which groups on Facebook do you benefit from the most and why? Are there any interesting stories about how a particular group has enriched your life for the better?

There are some things that you can do to prevent your internet speed from slowing down any further.

A NASA telescope has captured the biggest solar flare in years, which temporarily knocked out radio communication on Earth.

A new app called “Dateability” aims to remove the stigma surrounding finding love for differently-abled individuals.

Better Futures Institutes is a local nonprofit working to help the next generation thrive. Alberto Gomez, the CEO of the program, joined Leading SA this weekend to explain the need and the plan.

When you shop online, you may be giving merchants more than your money. Many collect personal data and sell it. Consumer Reports launched a new free app that can help you reclaim your privacy.

When online complaints surfaced about the durability of the expensive new Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max, Consumer Reports put it through tough tests.

An elderly San Antonio couple was tricked out of their savings in a cold, calculated scam that started with a computer pop-up warning.

Baby monitors and nanny cams can give parents peace of mind. Consumer Reports suggests what features to look for and offers recommendations.

A San Antonio technology entrepreneur hopes to enhance the experience of art through a new mobile application.

Failing to keep up with changing technologies can leave you jobless; thankfully, there are things you can do to future proof your career.

San Antonio Startup Week 2023 aims to “ignite innovation and build the future” and will offer local entrepreneurs a chance to network in person and learn from industry experts during several days of panels, workshops and city-building events.

TechFuel is a business-pitch competition, where the winners can win $100,000. It’s like “Shark Tank”, but for local area entrepreneurs.

This school year, a group of students have been learning about drones in a new class. STEM teacher Mike Kliewer teaches the course and says it’s more than just learning how to fly a drone.

The Federal Trade Commission announced late last year that Epic Games would pay $520 million in penalties and refunds to settle complaints revolving around children’s privacy and its payment methods that tricked players into making unintended purchases.

San Antonio College officially opened its new e-sports arena on Wednesday, creating a gaming room where students will ultimately be able to join a team to compete against other schools online.

Women earn almost half the PhD’s awarded in this country, but they account for only about 12 percent of patented inventions, according to the latest statistics from the U.S. Patent Office.

United Airlines says it has fixed the technology problem that briefly prevented its flights nationwide from taking off.

These days, playing games or seeing if you won doesn’t even require people to go to the store.

The Kids Online Safety Act aims to limit harmful content minors see online and works to promote transparency from tech companies.

The Toyota plant is using an immersive training tool that was created in San Antonio.

If your phone is running slowly or your battery is draining quickly, it may be the summer heat.

Happy Independence Day! Arguably the best day for fireworks is here.

A group of local college students tested their cybersecurity skills and competed against students from across the nation.

A life-saving robotic heart surgery is being credited by one San Antonio area woman for saving her life.

A recent survey showed two-thirds of Americans think they are tech savvy, but after answering a few questions, it showed most of them are not.

As pet owners, the thought of losing a furry friend is heart-wrenching. But what if technology could help locate lost pets faster than ever before?

Fiesta is a party for a purpose and Geekdom added a technology twist.

New technology is seemingly getting integrated into so much of our day to day lives and now, San Antonio police have their very own drone unit.

Just like anything connected to the internet, smart home devices can be hacked and used to spy on you.

A new robotic technology that is already helping patients in San Antonio is also inspiring local students to consider working in the field of medicine.

A San Antonio nonprofit is helping raise awareness around sustainability and food systems by implementing aquaponics into schools.

There’s a new San Antonio networking group dedicated to helping women entrepreneurs.

MLB The Show is breaking a video game barrier: For the first time, the franchise will insert some of the greatest Negro League players — from Satchel Paige to Jackie Robinson — into the 2023 edition of the game as playable characters.

University of Texas at San Antonio researchers are turning electric scooters into data collectors. Researchers created computer sensors to attach to scooters to collect data including motion, temperature and location data.

Wizardry, warfare and Wii are on the ballot as the World Video Game Hall of Fame narrows down its contenders for the class of 2023.

The collapse of the Silicon Valley Bank, which catered to the tech industry, caused some near-misses for startups across the country, including in San Antonio.

The Creative Industries Expo is one of the highlight events throughout the week at SXSW. Nearly 25,000 people visit the expo that features displays and installations from more than two dozen countries.

Whether it's texting, facetime, or social media, there are some things you should never do with your cellphone.

The robotics team at Wagner High School focuses on building a variety of skills with students, from communication to teamwork.

When veterans leave the military it can be tough to transition into a high-end tech job. That's why an agency called NPower Texas offers training, job skills, and job placement, all for free.

Students at Southwest ISD are reaching new heights thanks to a drone program. The program has been around for a couple years now, and allows for students to earn high level certificates.

The most hackable passwords and tips to ensure your password is most secure.

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott is speaking at the Tech Port Center + Arena renaming ceremony that will take place on Tuesday afternoon at Port San Antonio.

While payment apps like Zelle, Venmo, and Cash App make sending money to your friends or for purchases very easy and convenient, Pew Research Center states that about one in 10 people fall victim to payment app scams or hacking.

It turns out the emoji you use can mean different things to different generations.

The local nonprofit Gardopia Garden is working on a project that is bringing the area community some healthy sustainable food.

The digital divide is growing, and children are caught in the middle. Having a home computer can change a child’s entire future.

Geekdom has their first Entrepreneur in Residence, Ben Jones, who recently sold his business to 7-Eleven and is now working to guide local startups.

The company sent out alerts last week about problems with its hosted exchange environment, which deals with emails.

if you missed out on the big Black Friday sales and Cyber Monday savings, don't worry. Here are some deep discounts on some popular, top-rated gifts.

While posting pictures of little ones can be a convenient way to share milestones with friends and family, there are some dangers parents should be aware of.

Electronics are always hot for the holidays. So, ahead of the big Black Friday through Cyber Monday weekend, Consumer Reports' tech editors offer their personal picks for gift ideas.

Cell phones aren't cheap and neither are repairs for when you drop and break it, so here are the most important features to look for in a protective case.

As holiday shopping kicks into high gear, Consumer Reports found discounts on some of its top-rated products before Thanksgiving weekend.

San Antonio Start Up Week is billed as San Antonio’s celebration of startups and their journeys – but it is also an opportunity to teach the next generation of great local businesses.

For emails that are opened, the reply rate is just 16 percent. The widespread misuse of email has led to unwanted inbox clutter.

A company based in a Denver suburb turns up-cycled shipping containers into vertical hydroponic farms.. and claims the containers can create as much as two football fields worth of traditional agriculture.

TikTok is one of the hottest social media apps going. But while watching the videos is free, users are also giving up some privacy by providing information. There are some simple tweaks to make in settings to protect some privacy.

Between the long hours scouring job boards, personalizing cover letters, and updating your resume, job hunting can feel like a full-time job.

The YMCA of Greater San Antonio is growing its presence in the world of esports.

What is catfishing and what are the best ways to prevent it?

Labor Day weekend and the seasonal shift to fall means September can be a good time to find discounts on appliances, grills and smartphones.

Esports is expanding in San Antonio ISD and soon more students will have the chance to participate in gaming events beyond San Antonio.

Help is on the way for thousands of San Antonio households that need a home internet connection but can’t afford it.

Astroport, a San Antonio area company, has a second contract from NASA, with a goal of building on the moon.

The executive director of SA Digital Connects joined Leading SA to discuss the problem of the digital divide, some solutions, and what comes next.

A local museum that is delivering STEM in captivating and inspiring ways and allows kids’ imaginations to run wild has recently expanded.