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NEWS: Leveraging AI for sustainability: UC thought-leaders share their views on the challenges and opportunities inherent in emerging technologies

Earth Hour 2025 Recap

Technology and innovation play an increasingly important role in shaping solutions for sustainability. Key figures from the University of California system recently gathered with the UC Tech community* and  shared their insights from the perspectives of research, commercialization, administration and…
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NEWS: Monte Ratzlaff named Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) for the University of California System 

Monte Ratzlaff

Monte Ratzlaff has been promoted to the position of Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) for the University of California system. Ratzlaff previously served as interim CISO from 2021 to 2022 and again assumed the interim role beginning in 2023. In…
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EVENT: Earth Day celebration & discussion – How tech will shape cleantech and sustainability – April 22 – REGISTER NOW

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Join us for a thought-provoking discussion on responsible technology in today’s complex digital landscape. We’ll explore how AI and emerging technologies intersect with sustainability, climate tech, and our collective responsibility for the planet’s health.

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NEWS: UC Tech Community champions sustainability and energy innovation during recent Earth Hour celebration

Earth Hour Recap

On the occasion of Earth Hour in March, the UC Tech News team brought together leading voices from the University of California Office of the President (UCOP) to discuss a topic of growing significance in the tech space: sustainability and…
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EVENT: 2025 UC Cybersecurity Summit Goes Virtual – August 19 and 20 – SAVE-THE-DATE

Woman at computer with UC colors in background

The 2025 Cybersecurity Summit, held this year in August, will be virtual. This decision aligns with the University’s ongoing efforts to implement cost-saving measures. 

Updated programming

While we value the benefits of in-person meetings, collaboration, and learning, our past virtual…
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EVENT: AI in Action: UC AI Innovation Virtual Share Fair – April 9 – REGISTER NOW

Virtual Share Fair April 9 - Register Now

This the second in a four-part webinar series sponsored by the UC AI Council. Join the UC AI Council for “AI in Action: UC AI Innovation Virtual Share Fair,” where the council will spotlight groundbreaking AI implementations across the UC…
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