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Is AI starting the biggest tech revolution since the iPhone?: The company behind ChatGPT, the powerful new chatbot, says AI tools will change the world in a way ...
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Is AI starting the biggest tech revolution since the iPhone?: The company behind ChatGPT, the powerful new chatbot, says AI tools will change the world in a way ...
euronews.com/next/2023/01/25/chatgpt-ai-will-shape-the-world-on-a-scale-not-seen-since-the-iphone-revolution-says-opena
New version of Tiny11 Builder lets you debloat any Windows 11 build or version: If you think the stock Windows 11 is cluttered too much and you want a more ...
neowin.net/news/new-version-of-tiny11-builder-lets-you-debloat-any-windows-11-build-or-version/
Microsoft really does not want Windows 11 running on ancient PCs: Even tighter requirements, so it's time to put old hardware out to pasture.. ...
theregister.com/2024/04/23/windows_11_cpu_requirements/
Adding ZIP file support to Windows 30 years ago almost got the creator of Task Manager fired
tomshardware.com/software/windows/adding-zip-file-support-to-windows-30-years-ago-almost-got-the-creator-of-task-manager-fired
Microsoft is a national security threat, says ex-White House cyber policy director
theregister.com/2024/04/21/microsoft_national_security_risk/
Microsoft raising Windows 11 24H2 system requirement to block CPUs without SSE4.2 and PopCnt
neowin.net/news/microsoft-raising-windows-11-24h2-system-requirement-to-block-cpus-without-sse42-and-popcnt/
Act Fast to Grab a Windows 11 Pro Lifetime License for Only $30: With this deal from StackSocial, you can get Microsoft's upgraded Pro OS for a small fraction of ...
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Coca-Cola signs $1.1 bln deal to use Microsoft cloud, AI services
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Quick Glance: Microsoft Annoys Users Again: A Better Approach
- Microsoft is testing displaying ads for recommended apps in the Windows 11 Start menu, causing annoyance among users.
- Rather than forcefully implementing new ideas, Microsoft could use charm and humor to engage users in a more appealing manner.
- It's crucial to introduce changes that customers will genuinely appreciate, instead of solely focusing on profit-making.
- Microsoft has recognized the value of human warmth, which should be reflected in all communications, even the most potentially irritating ones.
Microsoft teases deepfake AI that's too good to release: VASA-1 framework can turn a still image and a cloned voice file into a plausible video of a person ...
theregister.com/2024/04/20/microsoft_deepfake_vasa/
Windows PCs are now getting the free upgrade to Windows 11: Since November 2021, Microsoft has denied certain Windows 10 PCs the free upgrade to Windows 11 ...
pcworld.com/article/2304543/more-windows-pcs-are-now-getting-the-free-upgrade-to-windows-11-the-reason.html
Recently discovered Windows 11 system requirements bypass trick works on non-LTSC PCs too
neowin.net/news/recently-discovered-windows-11-system-requirements-bypass-trick-works-on-non-ltsc-pcs-too/
More PCs Can Upgrade to Windows 11 After Microsoft Drops 'Compatibility Hold': Certain Windows 10 PCs have been unable to upgrade to Windows 11 since late 2021 ...
pcmag.com/news/more-pcs-can-upgrade-to-windows-11-after-microsoft-drops-compatibility
Windows vulnerability reported by the NSA exploited to install Russian malware: Microsoft didn't disclose the in-the-wild exploits by Kremlin-backed group ...
arstechnica.com/security/2024/04/kremlin-backed-hackers-exploit-critical-windows-vulnerability-reported-by-the-nsa/
Wing Commander III changed how the copy hotkey works in Windows 95: No, boss, I'm not just playing a game. I'm testing compatibility. Honest
theregister.com/2024/04/19/wing_commander_windows_95/
Big Fund Doubles Down on Palantir Stock, Sells Apple, Tesla, Microsoft
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Microsoft's AI tool can turn photos into realistic videos of people talking and singing
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Microsoft introduces smaller AI model: Microsoft on Tuesday announced a cost-effective, small language artificial intelligence model that can perform tasks such ...
reuters.com/technology/microsoft-introduces-smaller-ai-model-2024-04-23/
Quick Glance: New Compact AI Model by Microsoft
- Microsoft has introduced a cost-effective AI model called Phi-3-mini, capable of tasks like content creation and social media posting using smaller amounts of data.
- Phi-3-mini outperforms models twice its size across various benchmarks evaluating language, coding, and math capabilities.
- Smaller AI models are designed to execute simpler tasks, making it easier for companies with limited resources to use them.
- The Phi-3-mini model will be immediately available on Microsoft's Azure cloud platform, Hugging Face's AI model catalog, and the Ollama framework.
Microsoft: APT28 hackers exploit Windows flaw reported by NSA: Microsoft warns that the Russian APT28 threat group exploits a Windows Print Spooler ...
bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/microsoft-apt28-hackers-exploit-windows-flaw-reported-by-nsa/
Microsoft introduces Phi-3: Microsoft has unveiled the next version of its compact AI model Phi-3 Mini, the first of three small models that ...
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Quick Glance: Microsoft unveils Phi-3 as latest AI model
- Phi-3 Mini is the first of three small AI models Microsoft plans to release that are capable of performing multiple AI tasks at lower computational costs.
- Microsoft launched the latest version of its lightweight AI model Phi-3 Mini, the first of three small models the company aims to release.
GitHub comments abused to push malware via Microsoft repo URLs: A GitHub flaw, or possibly a design decision, is being abused by threat actors to distribute ...
bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/github-comments-abused-to-push-malware-via-microsoft-repo-urls/
A former Microsoft employee thinks Windows 11 is “ridiculously bad” - that's the reason
t3n.de/news/ex-microsoft-mitarbeiter-haelt-windows-11-fuer-laecherlich-schlecht-1620686/
Microsoft Displaying Full Screen Windows 11 Ads in Windows 10
extremetech.com/computing/microsoft-displaying-full-screen-windows-11-ads-in-windows-10
Microsoft’s Earnings Are Next Week. It’s All About Azure and AI.: Software firm Microsoft is set to report earnings on April 25, and some analysts are upbeat ...
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Microsoft announces new AI office in UK: The firm says its new London hub will "drive pioneering work" to advance AI models and development.
bbc.com/news/articles/c3ger7j9vzpo
Microsoft's New AI Tool Can Create Realistic Deepfakes Using Just a Photo: VASA-1 might potentially be used for companionship bots in the future.
pcmag.com/news/microsofts-new-ai-tool-can-create-realistic-deepfakes-using-just-a-photo
How to Set Up a Static IP Address: DHCP is fine, unless you're looking to perform advanced networking tasks. Here's how to set a Static IP address (or DHCP ...
pcmag.com/how-to/how-to-set-up-a-static-ip-address
Don't rent out that container ship yet: CIOs and biz buyers view AI PCs with some caution
theregister.com/2024/04/23/cios_biz_buyers_on_ai_pcs/
From boom to burst, the AI bubble is only heading in one direction : No one should be surprised that artificial intelligence is following a well-worn and ...
theguardian.com/commentisfree/2024/apr/13/from-boom-to-burst-the-ai-bubble-is-only-heading-in-one-direction
Windows 10 will start pushing users to use Microsoft accounts. How to turn it off.
mashable.com/article/windows-10-microsoft-account-shut-off-notifications
Grab a copy of Windows 11 Pro for just $20: Woot has both Windows 11 Home and Windows 11 Pro (get Pro, seriously) for more than $100 off the retail price
pcworld.com/article/2308011/grab-a-copy-of-windows-11-pro-for-just-20.html
Ex-Microsoft veteran calls out Windows 11's "comically bad" performance, 'unfinished' state
neowin.net/news/ex-microsoft-veteran-calls-out-windows-11s-comically-bad-performance-unfinished-state/
Quick Glance: Performance issues with the Windows 11 Start Menu
- A former Microsoft engineer has noticed the slow and laggy nature of Windows 11 and criticized the Redmond giant.
- Users and enthusiasts have found ways to fix performance problems with simple tweaks.
- Windows 11 performance may be impacted by ads and promotions in the Recommended section.
- It remains to be seen if the upcoming version 24H2 will bring any improvement.
October 2025 will be a support massacre for a bunch of Microsoft products: Not just Windows 10. Don't forget about Exchange Server, Skype for Business ...
theregister.com/2024/04/18/2025_support_end_microsoft/
Microsoft Takes AI Model Offline After Devs Fail to Conduct 'Toxicity Testing': WizardLM-2 was removed shortly after its launch, but the AI model has already ...
pcmag.com/news/microsoft-takes-ai-model-offline-after-devs-fail-to-conduct-toxicity-testing
GitLab affected by GitHub-style CDN flaw allowing malware hosting: BleepingComputer recently reported how a GitHub flaw, or possibly a design decision ...
bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/gitlab-affected-by-github-style-cdn-flaw-allowing-malware-hosting/
Microsoft’s VASA-1 can deepfake a person with one photo and one audio track: YouTube videos of 6K celebrities helped train AI model to animate photos in real ...
arstechnica.com/information-technology/2024/04/microsofts-vasa-1-can-deepfake-a-person-with-one-photo-and-one-audio-track/
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman invests in solar power firm Exowatt to fuel AI datacenters: $20m to keep the industry from having to rely on fossil fuels
theregister.com/2024/04/22/openai_ceo_sam_altman_invests/
Quick Glance: OpenAI CEO Supports Solar Power for AI Datacenters
- Exowatt, a new player in the solar energy sector, has been established with financial backing from OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and other investors.
- Exowatt's cutting-edge technology allows for the development of solar panels that store energy as heat and convert it into electricity. A key feature is the integration of panels and heat batteries into a single unit.
- The increasing energy demands of datacenters, especially those involved in AI training, pose a significant challenge. Sam Altman raised concerns about energy consumption in January, emphasizing the need for a breakthrough to advance AI.
- Altman's investment in Exowatt was partly driven by his connection with Abraham. This is not the OpenAI CEO's first energy investment. In the short term, more traditional forms of solar and nuclear power will be utilized as Exowatt and other energy companies are still in their early stages.
Another ex-Windows head denounces Microsoft after it got slammed for "bad" performance
neowin.net/news/another-ex-windows-head-denounces-microsoft-after-it-got-slammed-for-bad-performance/
Windows: "Update and Shutdown" is broken: The "Update and Shutdown" option that is offered to the user after downloading a Windows update on Windows 11 and ...
pcgameshardware.de/Windows-Software-277633/News/Aktualisieren-und-Herunterfahren-1445576/
Old Windows print spooler bug is latest target of Russia's Fancy Bear gang: Putin's pals use 'GooseEgg' malware to launch attacks you can defeat with ...
theregister.com/2024/04/23/russia_fancy_bear_goose_egg/
Why the US government’s overreliance on Microsoft is a big problem: Microsoft continues to get a free pass after series of cybersecurity failures.
wired.com/story/the-us-government-has-a-microsoft-problem/
Microsoft, Meta, Alphabet Can Still Rally Markets After Tech Earnings Gloom, Here’s Why. And 5 Other Things to Know Before the Market Opens.
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KB5036985: Microsoft wants to make Windows 11 Start menu design even better: Microsoft recently made an effort to redesign the Windows 11 Start menu due to an ...
neowin.net/news/kb5036985-microsoft-wants-to-make-windows-11-start-menu-design-even-better/
The big tech firms want an AI monopoly – but the UK watchdog can bring them to heel
theguardian.com/commentisfree/2024/apr/20/the-big-tech-firms-want-an-ai-monopoly-but-the-uk-watchdog-can-bring-them-to-heel
Microsoft to invest $1.5bn in Abu Dhabi AI group G42: Agreement is latest move by US tech group to extend its reach into fast-growing sector
ft.com/content/930a1c17-2e84-4ddb-8e72-4e4a1b833c40
Quick Glance: Microsoft to Invest $1.5 Billion in Emirati AI Firm G42 for Minority Stake
- Microsoft is investing $1.5 billion in the United Arab Emirates-based artificial intelligence firm G42 to acquire a minority stake and a board seat.
- The partnership aims to deepen ties between the USA and the UAE amid the global battle for tech dominance.
- The deal includes G42 using Microsoft cloud services to run its AI applications.
- G42 and Microsoft plan to jointly bring advanced AI and digital infrastructure to countries in the Middle East, Central Asia, and Africa.
Microsoft lifts two-year-old block that prevented some users from upgrading to Windows 11 — fix finally arrives after a long wait for Rocket Lake CPUs
tomshardware.com/software/windows/microsoft-lifts-block-that-prevented-some-users-from-upgrading-to-windows-11-fix-finally-arrives-after-a-two-year-wait-for-rocket-lake-cpus
17 cool things your Xbox Series X can do: You think you know everything about your big brick of an Xbox Series X or Series S? Think again
qz.com/microsoft-xbox-series-x-tips-tricks-1851423603
Are we in a cost of technology crisis? Our vultures think so. We take a look at Microsoft, Broadcom-VMware, and more
Windows 11 is finally getting a Settings page for managing your PCs and consoles: Windows 11 is about to get a new Settings page where you can track and manage ...
neowin.net/news/windows-11-is-finally-getting-a-settings-page-for-managing-your-pcs-and-consoles/
KB5036985: Microsoft Account manager, MSA recovery are part of Windows 11 build 22635.3500
neowin.net/news/kb5036985-microsoft-account-manager-msa-recovery-are-part-of-windows-11-build-226353500/
Meta debuts Horizon OS, with Asus, Lenovo, and Microsoft on board: Rivalry with Apple now mirrors the Android/iOS competition more than ever.
arstechnica.com/gadgets/2024/04/meta-debuts-horizon-os-with-asus-lenovo-and-microsoft-on-board/
Microsoft breach allowed Russian spies to steal emails from US government: Affected federal agencies must comb through mails, reset API keys and passwords
theregister.com/2024/04/12/microsoft_cisa_order/
Microsoft shares official Windows Registry tweak as the Spectre still haunts Intel in 2024
neowin.net/news/microsoft-shares-official-windows-registry-tweak-as-the-spectre-still-haunts-intel-in-2024/
With just three stocks, Bill Gates earns $1 million in dividends every day: Bill Gates earns over $1 million a day from dividends from Microsoft ...
boerse-online.de/nachrichten/aktien/mit-nur-drei-aktien-verdient-bill-gates-jeden-tag-1-million-dollar-dividende-20355569.html
Former Blizzard boss Mike Ybarra would like to "tip" developers: Former Blizzard boss Mike Ybarra would like the option to "tip" developers once he's ...
eurogamer.net/former-blizzard-boss-mike-ybarra-would-like-to-tip-developers
Windows 11 won't update with some apps installed : A preview version of this year's big Windows 11 update has a list of apps that block its ...
pcworld.com/article/2290190/windows-11-wont-update-if-you-have-some-apps-like-startallback.html
The Prompt: Machine Learning Paradise: Plus: Scathing reviews of Humane’s AI Pin, and a $400 AI toothbrush
forbes.com/sites/rashishrivastava/2024/04/16/the-prompt-machine-learning-paradise/
Russian-controlled malware discovered: Backdoor for Windows: In cyber warfare, weapons that have not yet been discovered are particularly effective ...
faz.net/aktuell/wirtschaft/aus-russland-gesteuerte-schadsoftware-entdeckt-hintertuer-fuer-windows-19659832.html
Google will outpace Microsoft in AI investment, DeepMind CEO says: We have all been guilty of falling under the foundation model spell of the past ...
thenextweb.com/news/google-outpace-microsoft-ai-investment-deepmind-ceo-ted
Quick Glance: Google to Surpass Microsoft in AI Investment, DeepMind CEO Affirms
- Many of us have fallen under the spell of the foundation model in the past year and a half, triggered by OpenAI's unveiling of ChatGPT.
- DeepMind, acquired by Google in 2014 for a reported £400-650 million, has achieved more impressive milestones than most.
- Deep Mind's CEO Demis Hassabis confirmed at the TED 40th anniversary conference in Vancouver, Canada, that Google has no intention of slowing down investment in the technology, but rather the opposite.
- Hassabis emphasized the need to avoid an artificial intelligence arms race that could lead to risky decisions and highlighted the importance of society starting to think about the types of architectures being built as we approach achieving artificial general intelligence.
Kremlin-backed actors spread disinformation ahead of US elections: To a lesser extent, China and Iran also peddle disinfo in hopes of influencing voters.
arstechnica.com/security/2024/04/russian-us-election-interference-sowing-discord-over-ukraine-kicks-into-gear/
KB5037941: Microsoft quietly releases Windows 11 build 26100.2 for Windows 11 24H2 PCs
neowin.net/news/kb5037941-microsoft-quietly-releases-windows-11-build-261002-for-windows-11-24h2-pcs/
Quick Glance: New Windows 11 Build 26100.2 Released for Windows 11 24H2 PCs
- Reports suggest that the RTM (Release to Manufacturing) is set to occur this month, coinciding with the release of a Windows Insider build for HLK (Hardware Lab Kit).
- Speculation hints that the latest Insider build 26100.1 may be part of the RTM branch.
- Microsoft has quietly released a new build 26100.2 under KB5037941, seemingly targeting OEM PCs.
- This build is built upon the previous 26100.1 version, indicating possible persistence of issues from that release.
OpenAI’s Altman Pitches Global AI Coalition on Trip to Middle East: The CEO met with officials in the UAE this week to push for more infrastructure investment to ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-10/openai-s-altman-pitches-global-ai-coalition-on-trip-to-middle-east
Quick Glance: Altman Advocates for Global AI Coalition
- OpenAI's CEO, Sam Altman, is building a global coalition of government and industry leaders to support the development of AI technology.
- Altman has held meetings with investors and government officials in the United Arab Emirates to discuss how the private sector can assist countries in supporting costly, large-scale infrastructure for AI.
- Altman's discussions extend beyond chip production to include other resources such as energy and data center capacity.
- Altman is advocating for collaboration with the US government to structure a multibillion-dollar chip initiative and plans to meet with US government officials, including Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo.
Microsoft aims to triple datacenter capacity to fuel AI boom: And it's far from the only hyperscaler getting in on the act
theregister.com/2024/04/18/microsoft_datacenter_capacity/
Stock market today: US futures climb ahead of Magnificent 7 earnings: Microsoft, Alphabet, Meta, and Tesla are all set to report first-quarter earnings this week ...
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Windows 11: Microsoft lifts two-year-old upgrade ban: After two years, Microsoft has now decided to allow users who were affected by a driver error to upgrade to ...
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New bypass trick makes Windows 11 installation on unsupported systems a breeze: A recently discovered trick for bypassing the Windows 11 system requirement check ...
techspot.com/news/102707-new-bypass-trick-makes-windows-11-installation-unsupported.html
Meta, Microsoft, AMD, Palantir, and Other Tech Stocks in Focus Today: The Magnificent 7 helps the rebound push into a second day as shares of Meta Platforms ...
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Russia, Iran turning Israel and Ukraine into ‘battlefield laboratories,’ experts say
thehill.com/homenews/4601166-russia-iran-israel-ukraine-battlefield-laboratories/
Quick Glance: Israel artist calls for Gaza ceasefire
- The representative of Israel at the international art fair is calling for an immediate ceasefire in Israel’s war on Gaza.
- Ruth Patir’s video installation called (M)otherland was scheduled to open on Saturday at Israel’s national pavilion at the international art show but will remain closed for now.
- Patir stated on her website that the artist and curators are showing solidarity with the families of the hostages and the large community in Israel calling for change, rather than canceling themselves or the exhibition.
- It is believed that there are still individuals in Gaza, including 129 captives taken during the attacks led by Hamas on Israel on October 7, with 34 of them presumed dead.
Adobe might partner with OpenAI to offer AI video generation: The company told Reuters it would offer third party tools from OpenAI and other AI startups on ...
qz.com/adobe-openai-ai-video-generation-tools-1851413377
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Microsoft adds some Widgets improvements as part of Windows 11 Canary Channel Build 26200
neowin.net/news/microsoft-adds-some-widgets-improvements-as-part-of-windows-11-canary-channel-build-26200/
Microsoft stifles third-party interface customization apps in Windows 11 Version 24H2
tomshardware.com/software/operating-systems/microsoft-stifles-third-party-interface-customization-apps-in-windows-11-version-24h2
What Surging AI Demand Means for Electricity Markets: Microsoft’s first energy hire talks the AI boom.
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-15/what-surging-ai-demand-means-for-electricity-markets
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QQQ: The Big Tech Is Fundamentally Vulnerable: Challenges loom for big tech firms as regulatory issues and AI disruptions mount, while the macro situation ...
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Microsoft finds Russian influence operations targeting U.S. election have begun
reuters.com/world/us/microsoft-finds-russian-influence-operations-targeting-us-election-have-slowly-2024-04-17/
SoFI Technologies, Microsoft, Amazon, AMD, and Other Tech Stocks in Focus Today: Technology stocks were looking to fight back Thursday but Amazon ...
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Feds probe massive alleged classified US govt data theft and leak: State Dept keeps schtum 'for security reasons'
theregister.com/2024/04/04/feds_data_dump/
Quick Glance: Feds Investigate Alleged US Govt Data Theft and Leak
- Uncle Sam is looking into reports of a criminal stealing and disclosing classified information from the Pentagon and other national security agencies.
- IntelBroker claimed to have dumped all the stolen data on the dark web, including confidential communications and contact details of government and military officials.
- The leaked data reportedly includes personal information of Pentagon and government employees, classified documents shared among intelligence agencies, and was obtained after breaching the IT environment of Acuity.
- The cyber incident is under investigation, with no specific details provided for security reasons, following an earlier State Department data theft incident involving a third-party breach and a zero-day bug in GitHub.
The Mona Lisa rapping? New Microsoft AI animates faces from photos: The Mona Lisa can now do more than smile, thanks to new artificial intelligence technology ...
cnn.com/2024/04/21/tech/microsoft-ai-tool-animates-faces/
Microsoft tests advertising in the Start menu: In the current Insider build of Windows, US users are shown ads for apps. This can be switched off and is only ...
heise.de/news/Microsoft-testet-Werbung-im-Startmenue-9684480.html
Microsoft-OpenAI deal set to dodge formal EU merger probe, sources say: EU antitrust regulators have concluded that Microsoft's $13 billion investment into ...
reuters.com/technology/microsofts-13-bln-openai-deal-avoid-formal-eu-probe-bloomberg-news-reports-2024-04-17/
Microsoft's Poor Cloud Security Exposed Internal Company Data, Researchers Find: A cybersecurity firm reports that it was easily able to access Microsoft data on ...
pcmag.com/news/microsofts-poor-cloud-security-exposed-internal-company-data-researchers
Microsoft blocks BlackLotus Secure Boot mitigations on TPM 2.0 Windows Server 2012 PCs
neowin.net/news/microsoft-blocks-blacklotus-secure-boot-mitigations-on-tpm-20-windows-server-2012-pcs/
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