AI Tools Accelerate Mental Health Platform for Foster Care, Highlighting Tech’s Role in Myrtle Beach Healthcare

A small business, Here Now Health, has utilized artificial intelligence tools to transition from initial concept work to an operational mental health platform designed to serve the specific needs of foster care systems. The company, which launched in 2025, has since expanded to a small team and is actively pursuing Medicaid-funded counseling certification across several […]
AI Demand Drives Up Tech Prices, Impacting Myrtle Beach Consumers

A surge in demand for specialized memory and storage components, largely driven by the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence technologies, is causing price hikes across the consumer electronics market. Tech firms globally are attributing rising costs for devices like gaming consoles and personal computers to these supply chain pressures. Reports indicate that prices for some […]
Chinese AI Model Z.ai GLM-5.2 Narrows Gap with U.S. Systems, Posing Market Questions for Myrtle Beach Businesses

A new artificial intelligence model, GLM-5.2, developed by the Chinese firm Z.ai, is reportedly closing the performance gap with leading U.S. frontier AI systems from companies like Anthropic and OpenAI. This development signals a shift in the global AI landscape, introducing a low-cost alternative that could influence enterprise technology strategies worldwide. Reports indicate that Z.ai’s […]
Federal Online Safety Bills Raise Questions for Myrtle Beach Parents and Schools

The ongoing debate in Congress over legislation designed to enhance online safety for minors presents a complex landscape for parents and educational institutions in Myrtle Beach. While lawmakers grapple with the specifics of new regulations, the potential implications for how children access and interact with digital platforms, and how schools manage student device usage, are […]
U.S. House Passes Youth Online Safety Bill, Setting Stage for Senate Debate

The U.S. House of Representatives has passed a significant piece of legislation designed to enhance online safety for minors, sending the bill to the Senate where it is expected to encounter further negotiation. The measure requires online platforms to implement safeguards aimed at protecting children from potentially harmful content and interactions. The bill’s passage in […]
DarkMoon AI Platform Signals Shift in Cybersecurity Testing

A new open-source artificial intelligence platform designed for penetration testing, named DarkMoon, was released on June 29. The tool represents a potential shift in how cybersecurity professionals approach vulnerability assessments, integrating AI to automate and enhance the testing process. The platform’s release highlights a growing trend in cybersecurity: the application of AI to complex security […]
AI Agent Credential Risks Prompt Scrutiny of Security Controls in Myrtle Beach Businesses

The increasing integration of artificial intelligence agents into business operations across the Grand Strand presents a growing, yet often unaddressed, security challenge: the risk of AI agent credential exposure. Technology analysts and cybersecurity experts are highlighting this vulnerability as a significant unresolved problem for organizations, prompting a closer examination of how sensitive information and system […]
Evaluating AI Subscriptions: A Guide for Small Teams in Myrtle Beach

Sponsored — Presented by Real Internet Sales. HERE Myrtle Beach partners with local businesses to publish content of local interest. In the rapidly evolving landscape of technology, small businesses are increasingly adopting artificial intelligence (AI) tools to enhance productivity and streamline operations. However, with subscription costs often adding up, it is crucial for teams to […]
Meta’s Investment in CRED Signals Shift in Fintech Leadership

Meta Platforms, Inc. is reportedly set to invest approximately $900 million in CRED, an Indian fintech startup focused on credit card payments and rewards. This significant investment values CRED at around $4.5 billion, highlighting the growing importance of fintech in the global economy, particularly in India. Kunal Shah, the founder of CRED, is expected to […]
C-Suite Interview: Todd Hunnicutt on How Myrtle Beach Businesses Get Found in AI Search

MYRTLE BEACH, SC — Around The Grand Strand and Broadway at the Beach, the businesses that show up in AI search results and the businesses that stay invisible are increasingly different lists. When a customer asks ChatGPT, Google’s AI Overview, Perplexity, or Gemini “best oceanfront vacation rental Myrtle Beach” or “family attractions Grand Strand,” the […]