Concerns about security and privacy raised by Microsoft’s AI ‘Recall’ feature

Concerns about security and privacy raised by Microsoft’s AI ‘Recall’ feature

Microsoft recently announced its AI-optimized Copilot+ PCs, which will come with a new feature called “Recover.” This feature is designed to create a “photographic memory” of everything the user has seen on their PC. It takes snapshots of the user’s active screen every few seconds, allowing them to easily review their activity on a timeline … Read more

Google criticizes Microsoft’s security shortcomings, sending a warning to the US government – Times of India

Google criticizes Microsoft’s security shortcomings, sending a warning to the US government – Times of India

Google is actively trying to attract corporate and government clients to its Workspace productivity suite amidst recent security vulnerabilities in Microsoft Office. A report from the US Cybersecurity Review Board criticized Microsoft for failing to prevent hackers linked to China from accessing the email accounts of US officials. Google, in a blog post written by … Read more

Microsoft’s Surface and Windows take the lead on Copilot+ AI PCs in the Engadget Podcast

Microsoft’s Surface and Windows take the lead on Copilot+ AI PCs in the Engadget Podcast

Microsoft has revealed some significant updates prior to its Build developer conference, including the launch of the Copilot+ initiative for AI-powered PCs like the Surface Pro and Surface Laptop. These devices feature Qualcomm’s new Snapdragon X Plus and Elite chips and run a special version of Windows 11 optimized for Arm mobile chips and AI. … Read more

Drama surrounding OpenAI overshadows Microsoft’s AI product announcements

Drama surrounding OpenAI overshadows Microsoft’s AI product announcements

The recent surge in AI news has highlighted the crucial partnership between Microsoft and OpenAI. Microsoft has integrated OpenAI’s technology into its AI offerings, such as Copilot features in various products. However, OpenAI has been embroiled in controversy recently, most notably surrounding the use of a voice similar to actress Scarlett Johansson’s in its new … Read more

Microsoft’s Latest ‘Recall’ Feature Strikes a Balance Between Exciting and Risky

Microsoft’s Latest ‘Recall’ Feature Strikes a Balance Between Exciting and Risky

Microsoft has introduced a new feature called Recall, aiming to improve search functions on PCs by taking screenshots during user sessions to create a timeline of activity. This feature is exclusive to Copilot+ PCs, which are equipped with specific Snapdragon chips from Microsoft. Recall is said to be secure, as all processing and screenshot storage … Read more

Market Domination: Microsoft’s ChatGPT-4o Integration, Surge in Ethereum, and Retail Earnings

Market Domination: Microsoft’s ChatGPT-4o Integration, Surge in Ethereum, and Retail Earnings

In the latest episode of Market Domination, financial analysts have discussed the impact of the AI boom on the market. They reviewed the trading day’s biggest stories, including insights into Federal Reserve policy and the latest announcements from tech giants like Microsoft and Ethereum. They highlighted Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller’s stance on interest rates … Read more

Google criticizes Microsoft’s security flaws, provides discounts on software to attract customers

Google criticizes Microsoft’s security flaws, provides discounts on software to attract customers

The US Cyber Security Review Board (CSRB) and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) have criticized Microsoft for poor cybersecurity practices, while Google is capitalizing on the situation by promoting its Workspace offering as a more secure alternative. In response to the criticism, Microsoft has launched the Secure Future Initiative to improve its cybersecurity … Read more

The absence of Intel processors in Microsoft’s new Surfaces: What’s the reason?

The absence of Intel processors in Microsoft’s new Surfaces: What’s the reason?

Microsoft’s latest Surface Pro and Surface Laptop models have been launched without Intel processors, opting instead for Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X Plus and Snapdragon X Elite chips. This move marks the first time Microsoft has released consumer Surface products without an Intel option, raising questions about Intel’s future in the computing industry. The decision to exclude … Read more

Why Have Intel Processors Gone Missing from Microsoft’s Latest Surfaces?

The absence of Intel processors in Microsoft’s new Surfaces: What’s the reason?

Microsoft recently launched its new Surface Pro and Surface Laptop models, but notably absent were versions with Intel processors. Instead, the company opted to use Qualcomm processors for the first time. The decision to exclude Intel from the main Surface lineup and the Copilot+ PC program is due to the superior performance of Qualcomm’s Snapdragon … Read more

TechCrunch reports that Microsoft’s Power Automate platform has integrated AI flows into its no-code system.

TechCrunch reports that Microsoft’s Power Automate platform has integrated AI flows into its no-code system.

Microsoft is making a big push to integrate its Copilot AI technology into various aspects of its offerings, with some predicting that the company may even rename its annual Build developer conference to Microsoft Copilot. While this year’s Build conference lacked major announcements following previous reveals of new Arm-based laptops and AI features in Windows … Read more