Microsoft: News

02 Apr 2024

Xbox

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.

02 Apr 2024

OpenAI

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.

01 Apr 2024

Microsoft Teams

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.

01 Apr 2024

Windows 10

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.

30 Mar 2024

OpenAI

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.

30 Mar 2024

OpenAI

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.

30 Mar 2024

ChatGPT

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.

29 Mar 2024

Microsoft Copilot

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.

28 Mar 2024

Xbox

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.

28 Mar 2024

LinkedIn

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.

27 Mar 2024

Qualcomm

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.

27 Mar 2024

Intel

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.

26 Mar 2024

Microsoft Windows

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.

25 Mar 2024

Xbox

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.

24 Mar 2024

Microsoft Copilot

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.

22 Mar 2024

Windows 11

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.

21 Mar 2024

Apple

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.

20 Mar 2024

Satya Nadella

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.

19 Mar 2024

Qualcomm

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.

19 Mar 2024

NVIDIA

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.

17 Mar 2024

LinkedIn

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.

16 Mar 2024

Bing

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.

14 Mar 2024

OpenAI

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.

11 Mar 2024

Microsoft Copilot

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.

10 Mar 2024

Microsoft Copilot

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.

07 Mar 2024

Microsoft Copilot

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.

07 Mar 2024

Microsoft Copilot

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).

05 Mar 2024

Amazon

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.

02 Mar 2024

Microsoft Word

Copilot for OneDrive will fetch your tax documents, summarize presentations

Microsoft is gearing up to launch Copilot for OneDrive in late April 2024.

02 Mar 2024

NVIDIA

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."

01 Mar 2024

Windows 11

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.

29 Feb 2024

WhatsApp

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.