This Month's Latest Tech News in Miami, FL - Saturday May 31st 2025 Edition

May 2025 has proven to be a milestone for Miami's AI and tech landscape, with local institutions driving innovation and national policy accelerating adoption.

Miami-Dade County Public Schools rolled out the nation's largest generative AI deployment, bringing Google chatbots to over 105,000 high school students and training 1,000 teachers - enabling immersive learning and hands-on experimentation with tools like Google Gemini, as showcased in New York Times report on AI in Miami schools.

At the policy level, President Trump's recent executive order, “Advancing Artificial Intelligence Education for American Youth,” sets AI literacy as a national education priority, launching a Presidential AI Challenge and emphasizing workforce readiness through grants and apprenticeships, as detailed in Forbes coverage of nationwide AI education reforms.

Meanwhile, the University of Miami continues to be a regional powerhouse, with 23 AI projects in flight and 174 completed, spanning clinical care, academics, and research, highlighted in its comprehensive AI initiatives dashboard.

As the city blends grassroots implementation with top-down support, 2025 cements Miami's status as a model for transformative, responsible AI integration in education and beyond.

Miami-Dade County Public Schools, the nation's third-largest school district, has launched a groundbreaking artificial intelligence initiative by equipping more than 105,000 high school students with access to Google's Gemini chatbots - a move marking the largest AI deployment in any U.S. district to date.

After previously banning generative AI tools, the district spent the past year training over 1,000 educators and rigorously vetting various chatbots for accuracy, privacy, and student safety, before selecting Google's Gemini platform.

Classroom innovations already include AI-assisted roleplay - such as students interacting with a digital “President Kennedy” - which has empowered teachers to personalize learning and students to critically analyze AI-generated content.

Student Ashley Acedo, 17, observed,

“It did a very good job of impersonating J.F.K.”

Miami's teachers are also leveraging the technology to develop practice quizzes and customized study materials, while teens benefit from real-time support specifically tailored to ensure both focus and digital safeguarding.

For more details on how Miami schools are charting this pioneering path, see this in-depth look from The New York Times' comprehensive coverage of the AI rollout in Miami schools, discover national context and previous district concerns about AI in the Slashdot summary of Miami's AI educational initiative, and explore how Google's Gemini is transforming learning environments in Miami and beyond in the official Google Education blog on the Gemini platform's impact.

Mount Sinai Medical Center in Miami Beach is at the forefront of hospital innovation with its recent deployment of Artisight, an advanced AI-driven smart hospital platform, across 160 inpatient rooms.

Artisight brings computer-vision technology together with a centralized nursing command center, supporting 24/7 remote patient monitoring, real-time voice-video response, and automation of critical workflows like discharge planning and admission assessments.

This not only streamlines patient care but also aims to reduce nurse burnout and enhance operational efficiency. As Dr. Alon Weizer, Chief Medical Officer at Mount Sinai Medical Center, notes:

“New healthcare technology is revolutionizing the way we approach treatment. These breakthroughs, like Artisight, enable nurses to predict, prevent, and intervene more effectively than ever before.”

The initiative aligns with Mount Sinai Health System's recent honor as one of Modern Healthcare's 2024 Innovators, exemplifying its commitment to leveraging technology for safer, more personalized care experiences.

The anticipated benefits at Mount Sinai include better staff productivity, improved patient satisfaction, and stronger nurse retention. For a detailed overview of Artisight's features and impact, visit AI-Driven Artisight Technology Enhances Patient Care at Mount Sinai Medical Center.

Learn more about the full capabilities of the Artisight platform at Artisight's Official HIMSS 2025 Exhibitor Profile, and read about Mount Sinai's innovation journey and national recognition at Mount Sinai Health System Named to Modern Healthcare's 2024 Innovators List.

Miami-based Cast AI has announced a $108 million Series C funding round led by G2 Venture Partners and SoftBank Vision Fund 2, bringing its post-money valuation close to $900 million and fueling rapid growth in its Application Performance Automation (APA) platform to propel the future of cloud automation.

Cast AI's platform, trusted by over 2,100 organizations including BMW, FICO, and Hugging Face, leverages real-time automation to optimize cloud resource allocation, reducing costs and boosting application performance across major providers like AWS, Google Cloud, and Microsoft Azure by maximizing the utility of Kubernetes clusters.

According to Cast AI's 2025 Kubernetes Cost Benchmark Report, average cloud resource usage remains low - only 10% CPU and 23% memory utilization - highlighting a vast efficiency gap APA seeks to close.

The company plans to use the new funds to expand APA capabilities, accelerate product R&D, and extend their global reach, citing surging demand for cloud automation as AI adoption soars.

As co-founder Laurent Gil noted, “Reducing costs is key, but it's not just about costs - it's about automatically finding the right models and availability of GPUs and CPUs, maintaining performance and cutting costs.”

“APA didn't exist five years ago, because we hadn't invented it yet. This round fuels our continued expansion of a category we created, and pushes the boundaries of what is possible in cloud automation.” - Yuri Frayman, CEO and Co-founder of Cast AI

For more on the investment and what it means for South Florida's growing tech sector, read the South Florida Business Journal's report on Cast AI's major funding milestone.

Miami-Dade County is setting a national standard in government AI adoption, led by Chief Information Officer Margaret Brisbane, recently recognized among Government Technology's Top 25 Doers, Dreamers & Drivers for 2025.

Under her leadership, the county has launched initiatives to bridge the digital divide - such as the FutureReady partnership - while driving responsible and innovative use of artificial intelligence.

Key programs include the No Wrong Door system for streamlined resident services and the AI-powered Pawfect Match tool for pet adoption. Brisbane's commitment to digital equity and a human-centric approach is evident in both mentorship and collaborations, like training IT staff at Florida International University to address emerging cybersecurity threats.

Central to her strategy is the 2024 AI roadmap, which prioritizes data privacy, ethical AI, and scalable solutions to enhance operations and public trust. As highlighted in a recent profile on Miami-Dade's tech transformation, Brisbane's philosophy blends strategic investment, innovation, and equity for Miami's 2.8 million residents.

The county's official AI policy underscores a balanced approach:

“We actively pursue opportunities to innovate and deliver solutions that enhance business operations while meeting the needs of our residents,”

Brisbane affirms in a recent interview.

Her work positions Miami-Dade as a model for effective, ethical, and people-focused technology in government.

This month, the University of Miami Law & AI (MiLA) Lab made headlines by hosting "Prompting Legal Solutions," the region's first-ever AI Lawyering Conference and Competition - a pioneering event designed to bridge the gap between theoretical debate and real-world legal practice.

The conference featured panels on AI's role in education, regulatory compliance, and the future of legal work, with keynote speaker Judge Lisa Walsh stressing that

AI can never replace your dedication, your immersion, your brainstorming, your turn of phrase, your emotions, your unique and particular genius at connecting to decision makers.

“AI represents a different type of technology that doesn't merely execute our commands but actively participates in our analytical and creative processes... from the mere automation of legal tasks to the true augmentation of legal work.” - Or Cohen-Sasson, MiLA Lab Director

The student competition drew teams from the University of Miami, FIU, Nova Southeastern, and St.

Thomas University law schools, challenging them to use AI to draft due diligence documents and automate client intake. The University of Miami team took first place, underscoring MiLA Lab's leadership in AI-driven legal innovation.

Recognized as a finalist for the 2025 Florida Legal Awards' Legal Innovation category, the MiLA Lab is fostering legal-tech advancement through tools like ClassInsight (classroom analytics), AEGIS (secure attorney-client AI interactions), and the plAIground AI lawyering sandbox.

Explore the full competition highlights and conference insights, learn about MiLA Lab's award-winning legal technology initiatives, and find event details and future opportunities to participate.

South Florida's universities are accelerating AI education and workforce development, making Miami a leader in future-ready tech talent. Barry University has launched a comprehensive AI Center that weaves artificial intelligence into all disciplines - from healthcare to business and the arts - preparing students to think critically and ethically in an AI-driven world.

Students gain hands-on experience solving real-world problems via the DX Lab and can now pursue a new undergraduate AI certificate, an MBA specialization in AI strategy, or graduate-level certificates aligned to fast-evolving industry needs.

The Andreas School of Business at Barry will roll out its MBA specialization in AI strategy this fall, featuring courses in AI governance, automation, and data-driven management for business leaders (Barry University AI Center details).

These initiatives coincide with Miami Dade College's first AI Student Showcase this May, spotlighting innovative student projects and further fueling the local pipeline of job-ready AI talent (MDC's AI Student Showcase).

As AI misuse and digital deception pose new risks, Barry's Vice-Provost Bogdan Daraban reminds us that

“It all starts with awareness and education.”

The curriculum's focus on ethical AI and practical application offers essential safeguards, ensuring graduates can leverage technology for good amidst emerging threats (Barry University launches AI Center to address ethics and training).

Miami's tech scene is making waves in the aesthetics industry as Dr. Michael Salzhauer - widely known as “Dr. Miami” - and co-founder Gal Yosef have launched Bliss Aesthetics, an AI-powered platform revolutionizing the plastic surgery experience.

Backed by a $17.5 million seed round led by Shine Capital with support from Synchrony Ventures, Sheva Ventures, Point72 Ventures, and Cerca Partners, Bliss leverages generative AI and computer vision - including Stable Diffusion models - to offer realistic visualizations of potential surgical outcomes and intelligently match patients with board-certified surgeons.

The platform has seen its provider base surge 500% and expanded into six states including Florida and Texas, while patient engagement rates improved dramatically from 40% to 80% following the integration of AI visualization tools.

Industry data spotlights the sector's growth, with the U.S. cosmetic procedure market projected to hit $200 billion in a decade and a notable 55% uptick in male patient participation.

As summarized in local South Florida tech coverage, Bliss aims to streamline the process from initial visualization to post-op care, addressing both physician workflow and patient access to trusted, personalized information.

“By combining intelligent matchmaking with AI tools, we equip patients to make informed, confident, and financially savvy decisions and give doctors the ability to deliver better outcomes to more patients with less administrative burden,”

said Gal Yosef, Bliss CEO. For a deep dive on Bliss's market impact and expansion, see the full financial and technology rundown from Yahoo Finance.

The recently released Latinas in Tech AI Survey Report reveals significant disparities in AI skill confidence and training among Latina tech professionals, underscoring both enthusiasm for and barriers to AI adoption.

While a striking 92% of Hispanic women view mastering artificial intelligence as crucial for career advancement, just 53% feel confident in their AI abilities, with over half never having received on-the-job AI training, according to the Miami Herald's coverage of the report.

Among those who did receive training, over 30% found it too generic to be useful, and access is hindered by a lack of time, financial resources, and insufficient employer support.

The broader context highlights that throughout the U.S., Latino workers are disproportionately employed in sectors most threatened by automation, with barriers such as digital access and educational gaps compounding the risk of being left behind.

As Ramiro Cavazos, President & CEO of the United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, notes,

“Automation affects people that don't have access to the Internet. Latinos, who traditionally are the ones impacted, have made great progress as we become more educated, more skilled.”

These findings make targeted training, apprenticeships, and digital upskilling a strategic necessity for both tech employers and workforce agencies striving for greater equity and inclusion.

For more on industry-wide implications and community efforts, explore the Associated Press's in-depth analysis on how Latino workers are overcoming the digital divide amid AI-driven workforce changes.

Infobip Shift Miami 2025, held from May 5–7 at the Perez Art Museum, solidified Miami's rising status as a tech innovation hub by convening global developers, AI leaders, and industry experts under the theme of artificial intelligence.

As the North American counterpart to one of Europe's largest developer events, Shift Miami offered three days of groundbreaking talks, hands-on workshops, and unparalleled networking - emphasizing the transformational role of AI in software development.

The speaker lineup included renowned names like Robert Brennan (All Hands AI), Adrienne Tacke (Viam), and Eno Reyes (Factory), highlighting both technical innovation and real-world industry impact.

Ethan Gustav, Infobip's Group President of North America, captured the significance of the event in a keynote quote:

“Infobip Shift Miami brings top developers and tech pioneers together to transform the global tech landscape. This year's focus is on Artificial Intelligence, highlighting its applications for developers and the creative processes that drive its evolution.”

Founded in 2006, Infobip has recently earned accolades such as Leader in the Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for CPaaS for two consecutive years and recognition as one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies.

For those interested in the highlights and future opportunities, full event details and registration remain available on the official Shift AI Conference Miami website, with in-depth coverage of speakers on the Meet the Shift Speakers page and a full event overview via Business Wire's report on Infobip Shift Miami 2025.

AI is accelerating a business transformation across South Florida's industries, most visibly in banking and financial services, where generative AI and automation are redefining operational efficiency, risk management, and customer engagement.

Recent surveys show that nearly half of banks are piloting generative AI solutions, with leaders predicting AI could shoulder up to 40% of the sector's workload this year, driving rapid gains in fraud detection, personalized services, and process automation (AI adoption in banking survey).

According to Economist Impact's global study, 99% of banking executives are adopting GenAI to enable real-time risk analytics and hyper-personalized client experiences, while also flagging new operational and compliance risks: “GenAI's promised benefits, like streamlined operations and more personalized customer experiences, also introduce significant operational, ethical and compliance risks,” cautions Melanie Noronha, Principal of Policy and Insights at Economist Impact.

“To persevere – and lead – in the Digital Intelligence Era, financial firms must restore consumer trust at scale by fortifying data governance and innovating with integrity.”

Banks and payment firms now deploy AI to detect fraud in real time, optimize loan management, and deliver conversational customer support, with major players like JPMorgan Chase, Mastercard, and Stripe reporting fraud loss reductions of up to 40% and 80% fewer card testing attacks, respectively (AI fraud detection in banking).

However, successful AI integration depends on more than cutting-edge models; it requires robust data governance, talent investment, and responsible frameworks, ensuring ethical innovation and long-term value.

For more on sector-wide trends, including productivity gains, process automation, and personalized customer experience, see real-world business transformation with AI.

As May 2025 comes to a close, Miami's technology landscape has clearly transitioned from momentum to movement, with collaborative AI and tech innovation setting new national benchmarks.

From Miami Dade College's inaugural Student AI Showcase - where students engineered machine learning, robotics, and natural language projects - through a packed schedule of community-driven events like AI-driven business forums and blockchain mixers, Miami's “tech wave” has drawn global attention and catalyzed genuine opportunity for diverse innovators (Miami Tech Wave: Most Important Events).

The city's educational institutions, such as Miami-Dade County Public Schools, remain at the forefront with nationwide model deployments of generative AI tools for over 100,000 students, providing not only technical skills but a platform for ethical and creative dialogue (How Miami Schools Are Leading 100,000 Students Into the A.I. Future).

As policy debates about AI's future play out in Washington, Miami's on-the-ground energy - inclusive, inventive, and increasingly interconnected with both Latin American and global ecosystems - positions it as a city whose tech experiments and successes will shape the national conversation on education, innovation, and economic growth for years to come.