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In the News: Julie Jonas on Minnesota Supreme Court Privacy Ruling
In the NewsJulie Jonas, a professor at the University of St. Thomas School of Law, spoke with KARE 11 and MPR News about a Minnesota Supreme Court ruling that places new limits on how law enforcement can use cellphone location data. The decision affirms privacy protections under the state constitution and could impact how geofence warrants are…
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St. Thomas Engineering Students Partner With Minnesota Wild
In the NewsThe University of St. Thomas School of Engineering received media coverage for the launch of the first-ever Minnesota Wild Hockey Lab, a new partnership bringing engineering students into the world of professional hockey. Across multiple outlets, the collaboration highlights how students are working to design improved protective equipment. This year’s focus was on redesigning shin… -
In the News: Jiang Zhang on Credit Unions and Crypto
In the NewsJiang Zhang, an assistant professor at the University of St. Thomas Opus College of Business, was featured in Twin Cities Business discussing a Minnesota credit union’s move into cryptocurrency services. Zhang highlighted how the initiative reflects increasing demand for digital assets and noted that smaller financial institutions entering the space could gain a competitive advantage… -
In the News: Mark Osler on AI Use in Legal Advice
In the NewsMark Osler, a professor at the University of St. Thomas School of Law, spoke with WCCO Radio about the increasing use of artificial intelligence in legal advice. In the discussion, Osler and State Senator Erin Maye Quade examined how AI is being used in legal contexts and the broader implications for the legal profession as… -
In the News: Tyler Schipper on Inflation and Oil Price Shock
In the NewsTyler Schipper, associate professor of economics and data analytics at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with CNN about how the war with Iran is driving a surge in oil prices and contributing to rising inflation. Schipper noted that while the initial impact is most visible at the gas pump, the effects are expected to… -
In the News: Rachel Moran on Delays in ICE Shooting Probe
In the NewsRachel Moran, a professor at the University of St. Thomas School of Law, spoke with NPR about the status of federal investigations into recent ICE-related shootings in Minnesota. Moran raised concerns about the lack of progress and transparency, noting that federal authorities appear to be limiting state access to key evidence. From the story: But Minnesota… -
In the News: Manjeet Rege on Surveillance Pricing in Grocery Stores
Artificial IntelligenceManjeet Rege, director of the Center for Applied Artificial Intelligence at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with KSTP about a proposed Minnesota bill that would ban surveillance pricing in grocery stores. The legislation targets the use of consumer data to set individualized prices, a practice that has raised concerns among shoppers. Rege outlined how… -
In the News: Tyler Schipper on Rising Gas Prices and Small Businesses
In the NewsTyler Schipper, an associate professor of economics at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with WCCO-TV about how rising gas prices are impacting small businesses. As fuel costs climb, Schipper noted that ongoing global factors, including the war with Iran, are contributing to higher costs and creating challenges for local business owners. From the story:With… -
In the News: John Abraham on Social Media Lawsuits and AI Risks
Artificial IntelligenceJohn Abraham, a professor at the University of St. Thomas, joined WCCO Radio to discuss current emerging issues, including recent lawsuits against social media companies, the growing risks tied to artificial intelligence and the environmental impact of data centers. Abraham highlighted concerns about the addictive design of social platforms and the challenges of regulating rapidly… -
In the News: Rachel Moran on Minneapolis Police Chief Conduct Complaints
In the NewsRachel Moran, professor at the University of St. Thomas School of Law, spoke to WCCO-TV about the surge of conduct complaints made regarding Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara. Moran highlighted the anonymous nature of the conduct complaints. From the story: Professor Rachel Moran, a police accountability expert with the University of St. Thomas School of Law, said…