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Canvas & TRS: Security Updates
Starting July 16, 2025, UCI will require ZotDefend security software to access Canvas, TRS, and UCPath—install soon to avoid disruptions.
Custom AI Assistants, As Unique as You
Faculty and staff can now use ZotGPT Creator to create their own AI Assistants
Say Hello to UCI-WiFi!
The UCI-WiFi network enhances campus connectivity with encrypted access for devices provided and managed by UCI.
Technology Stories
ZotGPT Academy: Empowering UCI Faculty and Staff with AI Skills
As generative AI is transforming business and education worldwide, UCI is at the forefront of this development, ensuring that faculty and staff have the knowledge and resources to integrate AI into their work in the most relevant ways. Led by Dominic Slauson, Business Systems Analyst for ZotGPT, ZotGPT Academy is a hands-on training program designed to upskill the UCI community in generative AI.
Securing the Future: ZotGPT and Cyber@UCI Unite to Fortify Generative AI Defenses
As AI continues to reshape our digital landscape, UC Irvine is taking bold steps to ensure the security of ZotGPT Chat, our signature generative AI solution. A novel collaboration between ZotGPT and Cyber@UCI, a student-led cybersecurity club, is setting new standards for AI security testing and student engagement in real-world cybersecurity challenges.
UCI Launches AWS Credits Portal, Offering Free Cloud Computing Resources to Students and Faculty
The AWS Credits Portal, which launched in February 2025, allows eligible UCI community members to access sandbox AWS accounts pre-loaded with $25 in credits. These accounts offer a wide range of cloud services, including computing power, storage solutions, and advanced tools for machine learning and data analytics.