Microsoft is building a new AI model to rival some of the biggest
Microsoft is developing a new 500 billion parameter model, MAI-1, aiming to rival the largest language models such as Google Gemini and GPT-4. [ more ]
Why Apple's 'Crush' ad is so misguided | TechCrunch
Tech news highlights include Apple's new iPads, Fisker Ocean safety probe, AI deepfakes at Met Gala, OpenAI updates, AI porn discussion, and Microsoft's AI tool ban. [ more ]
Microsoft beefs up cyber initiative after hard-hitting US report | Computer Weekly
Microsoft focuses on enhancing cybersecurity through the Secure Future Initiative (SFI) by integrating recommendations and lessons learned from recent cyber attacks. [ more ]
Xbox's Mismanagement: A Threat to Hellblade 2 Success & to Ninja Theory's existence?
The release of Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2 by Ninja Theory under Microsoft's publishing is overshadowed by concerns about mismanagement by the company. [ more ]
Mobile game store launching from Microsoft in 2024| ScopeTrader
Microsoft plans to launch a mobile game store featuring games like Minecraft and Candy Crush to offer an alternative to Apple App Store and Google Play, aiming for more flexibility and independence. [ more ]
Critical SharePoint, Qakbot-linked flaws focus of May Patch Tuesday | Computer Weekly
The critical vulnerability on Microsoft SharePoint Server and two zero-day flaws in Windows should be addressed immediately by administrators. [ more ]
Microsoft fixes exploited bugs, one used in QakBot attacks
Microsoft disclosed and patched 60 Windows CVEs, including two widely exploited ones: CVE-2024-30051 and CVE-2024-30040 with significant CVSS ratings. [ more ]
This year's Call of Duty will go straight to Game Pass, report says
Microsoft plans to release the next Call of Duty game on its Game Pass subscription service, following the acquisition of Activision Blizzard. [ more ]
That time when Microsoft bought and killed Nokia phone unit
Nokia's downfall in the mobile market was due to a fatal combination of bad management, failure to predict market changes, and subpar products. [ more ]
Microsoft is 'turning everyone into a prompt engineer' with new Copilot AI features
Microsoft is enhancing Copilot in Microsoft 365 to offer autocomplete suggestions for improving AI prompts, turning users into prompt engineers. [ more ]
Microsoft readies launch of its own mobile app store
Microsoft plans to launch a browser-based mobile game app store to compete with Apple and Google, starting with their own games and later opening to other publishers. [ more ]
Microsoft's Will Launch Its Xbox Mobile Gaming Store This July With Candy Crush and Minecraft
Xbox plans to launch a mobile gaming store in July 2024, providing an alternative to Apple and Google app stores with accessible cross-device experience. [ more ]
Microsoft to face antitrust charges in Europe over Teams software dominance: report
European regulators are planning to file formal antitrust charges against Microsoft over alleged anticompetitive practices related to their Teams software. [ more ]
Microsoft's AI obsession is jeopardizing its climate ambitions
Microsoft's greenhouse gas emissions have increased instead of decreasing, as the company struggles to balance AI leadership with climate goals. [ more ]
Microsoft's Emissions and Water Use Shoot Up as It Goes All in on AI Datacenters
Microsoft's water use and carbon emissions have significantly increased due to AI industry pursuits. The AI industry's reliance on energy-intensive data centers poses environmental challenges. [ more ]
Xbox Reveals Modular Proteus Controller For Gamers With Disabilities
Microsoft announced the $300 modular Proteus Controller for disabled gamers, offering over 100 million configurations for personalized accessibility. [ more ]
Microsoft ties executive pay to security following multiple failures and breaches
Microsoft faced major security breaches resulting in data exposure and criticism. The company is taking steps to improve its security practices and prioritize security as the top concern. [ more ]
What to expect from Apple's May 7 "Let loose" event
Apple will host a product announcement event focusing on new iPads and accessories before WWDC to address challenges and preempt Microsoft's new chip announcement. [ more ]