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OIT News
Claude 3.7 Now Available in ZotGPT Chat
ZotGPT now includes the Claude 3.7, the latest version from Anthropic. Claude 3.7 has many noticeable improvements from prior models.
IT Service Impacts
Due to several planned strikes involving UC workers this week, some of our OIT services will be impacted and may result in longer service times and delays to your IT requests.
Duo Verified Push Coming to UCPath
OIT is enhancing UCPath security with Duo “Verified” Push. This feature requires entering a unique code displayed on the login screen, adding protection against phishing and accidental approvals when suspicious activity is detected.
Technology Stories
UC Irvine Introduces Innovative AI Solution: ZotGPT Chat
ZotGPT Chat is a step toward safe, secure, and custom AI usage within academia. It stands out in the UC system as a pioneering solution that ensures personal and institutional data remain confidential, shielding them from external vendors that might otherwise use such sensitive information to train their models – a common concern with commercial AI offerings.
New Hub Info Sessions Elevate Tech Skills and Networking at UCI
The Office of Data and Information Technology and the ANTrepreneur Center are pleased to announce the launch of The Hub Info Sessions – a series of events for UCI students offering a deep dive into the latest technology. The info sessions are held monthly at the ANTrepreneur Center on Tuesday evenings and always conclude with tacos and networking.
The Hub Expands its Reach: Launching a New Space at UCI’s ANTrepreneur Center
The UCI Office of Data and Information Technology (ODIT) is thrilled to announce the launch of a new space at the ANTrepreneur Center called The Hub. This expansion marks a significant milestone for the program’s goal of putting cutting-edge technology in the hands of students, faculty, and staff. The Hub provides various tools, sandboxes, and training environments for the UCI community. Thanks to this partnership with the ANTrepreneur Center,