November 9, 2024 at 03:12PM Microsoft is integrating AI features into Paint and Notepad on Windows 11. Paint will have a Generative Erase tool to seamlessly remove unwanted objects, while Notepad will introduce an AI Rewrite feature for rephrasing text. Both updates are currently in preview for Windows Insider users before a wider rollout next … Read more
November 6, 2024 at 03:58PM Microsoft is testing AI-powered features for Notepad and Paint on Windows 11. Notepad introduces a “Rewrite” tool for content editing, while Paint offers generative fill and erase functionalities. These updates aim to enhance user experience, building on previous AI tools like Cocreator powered by OpenAI’s DALL-E. ### Meeting Takeaways 1. … Read more
September 10, 2024 at 12:57PM Tech giants like Microsoft and Google have faced challenges with AI chatbots and image generators, from inappropriate behavior to offensive content. Lessons learned include the need to address biases in AI systems, avoid rushing products, and maintain human oversight. Transparency, accountability, and critical thinking are crucial for minimizing risks and … Read more
May 24, 2024 at 02:32PM Microsoft is introducing “Recall,” an AI-powered feature that enables users to find and remember content on their PC. The technology takes periodic snapshots, storing them locally and fully encrypted. However, this has raised privacy concerns, as critics worry about potential exposure of sensitive information. Microsoft assures users of control and … Read more
May 22, 2024 at 12:07PM Microsoft’s new AI-powered Windows 11 Recall feature allows users to easily access and search through snapshots of their screen activity. While designed to prioritize user privacy and control, concerns have been raised about potential privacy risks and security vulnerabilities. Microsoft reassures that Recall data is encrypted and stored locally, but … Read more
March 20, 2024 at 12:15PM Mustafa Suleyman has been appointed as the CEO of Microsoft AI, overseeing the company’s consumer AI products and research, including Copilot, Bing, and Edge. Microsoft is also hiring the chief scientist at Suleyman’s AI company, Inflection, and top engineers and researchers, strengthening its position in the competitive AI industry. From … Read more
December 12, 2023 at 01:19PM Microsoft has released the KB5033372 cumulative update for Windows 10 21H2 and 22H2, containing security patches and notable changes to the operating system. The update introduces Copilot for Windows, new experiences for Home/Pro devices, and enhancements to app defaults and Windows Update notifications. Installation instructions and known issues are provided. … Read more
October 13, 2023 at 01:26PM Microsoft has introduced an AI bug-bounty program for researchers to identify vulnerabilities in its Bing generative AI chatbot and AI integrations. Rewards for eligible submissions range from $2,000 to $15,000. The program covers AI-powered Bing on bing.com, as well as integrations in Microsoft Edge, the Microsoft Start app, and Skype … Read more