The Nexus of Cybersecurity and AI  

Nir Kshetri, Ph.D., professor in UNCG’s Bryan School of Business and Economics, specializes in how emerging technologies like AI, blockchain, Web3 and the metaverse transform global economies, organizations, and societies. Ksherti received a Fulbright award to conduct research in Nepal starting in January 2026. He plans to focus his research on the impact of AI on higher education in developing countries.

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UNCG Updates ITS Policies

The policy revisions which have been approved and taken effect as of Aug. 18 were to add statements to the Acceptable Use Policy and Data Integrity Policy to support and safeguard the use of artificial intelligence-enabled tools and services with University data.

UNCG team behind the cybersecurity clinic, led by Dr. Lakshmi Iyer.

Spartan Cyber Guardian Academy Exceeds Expectations

UNCG’s new Google-funded Cybersecurity Clinic is protecting small businesses and nonprofits from emerging online threats while preparing students for high-demand careers. In just one semester, it’s nearly reached its first-year goals.

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UNCG Charts New Path for AI Use Across Campus

A new cross-divisional oversight committee will explore all the ways UNCG can incorporate AI while promoting efficiency and security for all students, faculty, and staff. This committee is looking for people interested in joining working groups to work out specific areas of focus.

UNCG Professor Robert Wiley at a whiteboard with Arabic characters written on it.

UNCG Faculty Use AI Responsibly

The implications of artificial intelligence entering public use are still being debated and worked out. UNCG faculty are lending their knowledge to build best practices that boost creativity and education rather than stifling them.