Microsoft: News
Microsoft now working on AI chatbot for Xbox support
Tech giant Microsoft is currently developing an artificial intelligence (AI) driven chatbot for its Xbox platform.
Sam Altman cedes control of OpenAI's start-up fund
Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI, has officially transferred control of the 'OpenAI Startup Fund' to Ian Hathaway.
Why Microsoft is unbundling Office and Teams products
Microsoft has announced plans to offer its chat and video application, Teams, as a standalone product worldwide.
Dropbox is now available on Microsoft Store: Check download instructions
Dropbox has officially launched on the Microsoft Store, providing Windows users with simplified access to the cloud storage service.
Microsoft, OpenAI working on a $100 billion supercomputer project
Microsoft and OpenAI are jointly developing a groundbreaking supercomputer called "Stargate," reported The Information, citing three individuals involved in private conversations about the proposal.
ChatGPT's responses now include source references but for paid users
OpenAI has introduced a new feature for its AI chatbot, ChatGPT, that allows it to cite the sources of its information.
US Congress restricts staff from using Microsoft's Copilot: Here's why
The US House of Representatives has prohibited its staff members from using Microsoft's AI-driven chatbot, Copilot, according to a report by Axios.
Microsoft's new tools will bolster AI chatbot security against manipulation
Microsoft is taking proactive measures to enhance the security of its artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots.
Microsoft's Copilot AI set to operate locally on PCs
Microsoft's Copilot AI service is poised to function locally on personal computers, as revealed by Intel in a recent statement to Tom's Hardware.
Microsoft's latest LLM-powered tools detect vulnerabilities, hallucinations within AI apps
Microsoft's Chief Product Officer of Responsible AI, Sarah Bird, has announced the launch of several safety features for Azure users.
White-colored Xbox Series X console in the works: Expected features
Microsoft appears to be on the verge of unveiling a white variant of its Xbox Series X console, as per leaked images shared by @Exputer.
LinkedIn tests TikTok-inspired short video feed on its app
LinkedIn, Microsoft's professional networking platform, is experimenting with a new feature that mirrors the short-form video feed of TikTok.
Microsoft to boost Teams platform with advanced AI capabilities soon
Microsoft is set to supercharge its Teams platform with the integration of its AI-powered tool, Copilot.
Google unveils Chrome browser for Snapdragon-backed Windows laptops
Google has launched a new iteration of its Chrome browser, specifically tailored for Windows laptops running on Qualcomm Snapdragon processors.
Tech titans champion the AI PC concept: Here's why
Tech powerhouses Microsoft, Intel, Qualcomm, and AMD have been championing the concept of an "AI PC" for some time.
Microsoft appoints Pavan Davuluri as new Surface and Windows chief
Microsoft has confirmed the appointment of Pavan Davuluri as the new leader for its Windows and Surface divisions.
Microsoft is reportedly working on an Xbox gaming handheld
Microsoft is experimenting with prototypes for gaming handhelds, according to Neowin, citing an industry insider.
Microsoft is pursuing AI talent to transform gaming sphere
Microsoft is on a quest for artificial intelligence (AI) experts, as revealed by a recent job posting.
Microsoft Copilot now rolling out to more Windows devices
Microsoft Copilot is gradually making its way to more Windows 11 users, while those on Windows 10 will have to wait a bit longer.
Notepad will finally highlight and autocorrect wrongly spelled words
Microsoft is gearing up to enhance its Notepad app on Windows 11 with the addition of a spellcheck feature.
Meta, X, Microsoft, Match unite against Apple's third-party payment rules
Meta, Microsoft, X, and Match Group, are backing Epic Games in its protest against Apple's new fee on payments processed outside the App Store.
Who is Mustafa Suleyman, new head of Microsoft's AI business
Mustafa Suleyman, the co-founder of Inflection AI, has been named as the new CEO of Microsoft's consumer artificial intelligence division.
Microsoft to host AI event in May: What to expect
Microsoft has unveiled plans to hold an exclusive AI event on the morning of May 20, just before the commencement of Build 2024.
NVIDIA unveils quantum-computing cloud service to take on Microsoft, AWS
NVIDIA has stepped into the quantum-computing cloud services arena with the debut of its new platform, NVIDIA Quantum Cloud.
LinkedIn to venture into gaming to boost user engagement
LinkedIn, the Microsoft-owned professional networking platform, is set to diversify its offerings by introducing gaming, according to TechCrunch.
Microsoft utilizing Windows pop-ups to persuade Chrome users toward Bing
Microsoft is employing a new strategy to encourage Google Chrome users to switch their default search engine to Bing.
OpenAI could launch new 'GPT-4.5 Turbo' AI model in June
Several social media platforms were recently flooded with discussions about an all-new AI model from OpenAI, the creators of ChatGPT, called GPT-4.5 Turbo.
Microsoft restricts Copilot AI to prevent generation of offensive images
Microsoft is taking action to prevent its Copilot AI image generator from creating controversial images, according to CNBC.
Microsoft's GPT Builder rolls out to more Copilot Pro subscribers
Microsoft is expanding access to its GPT Builder feature for more Copilot Pro subscribers.
Microsoft event on March 21: Surface, Windows, Copilot and more
Microsoft is gearing up for a "new era of work" event on March 21, where it will be focusing on Surface, Windows, and Copilot for business users.
Microsoft engineer raises Copilot Designer safety concerns with FTC
Shane Jones, a Microsoft AI engineer, recently voiced concerns about the firm's AI image generator, Copilot Designer, in a letter to the US Federal Trade Commission (FTC).
Effects of EU's DMA on Amazon, Apple, Meta and more
The European Union has rolled out regulations under its Digital Markets Act (DMA), targeting six major tech companies.
Copilot for OneDrive will fetch your tax documents, summarize presentations
Microsoft is gearing up to launch Copilot for OneDrive in late April 2024.
NVIDIA surpasses Saudi Aramco, becomes 3rd largest company by m-cap
NVIDIA is now the third-largest company globally by market capitalization, valued at $2.056 trillion, surpassing Saudi Aramco which stands at $2.046 trillion.
Microsoft introduces Copilot AI chatbot for Excel and Outlook
Microsoft has introduced Copilot AI for finance workers and professionals across various sectors by "streamlining tasks, automating workflows," and "providing insights into the flow of work."
Microsoft adds new Copilot skills, AI features to Windows 11
Microsoft has big plans for its Windows 11 Copilot, with a series of upgrades set to make the AI assistant more versatile and user-friendly.
Microsoft's new API will aid game developers in AI upscaling
Microsoft has unveiled a new Windows API called DirectSR.
WhatsApp rolls out pop-out chat facility for Windows beta
WhatsApp is introducing a new pop-out chat feature for its Windows native app, via the official beta channel on the Microsoft Store.
Microsoft Copilot now lets you create custom workout plans
Microsoft's AI-powered chatbot Copilot is stepping up its game by incorporating four specialized Generative Pre-trained Transformers (GPTs) to provide customized help in various tasks.
Microsoft partners with French start-up Mistral for advanced AI models
Microsoft has teamed up with Mistral, a French AI start-up, in a multiyear partnership.