Microsoft Edge to Enhance PDF Experience with Adobe Acrobat Integration
Microsoft and Adobe join forces to improve PDF viewing in Edge. A new Adobe Acrobat PDF engine will be integrated into Edge
Foldable iPhone in Development, Apple Eyes 2026 Release Date
Apple reportedly plans a foldable iPhone by 2026 with 6 & 8-inch prototypes in testing. This leak suggests Apple is entering the foldable market
Elon Musk’s xAI Unveils Grok-1 Chatbot Code Under Apache 2.0 License
Elon Musk's AI firm, xAI, releases code for advanced chatbot Grok-1, challenging OpenAI's closed approach.
Google Rolls Out AI Labeling for YouTube Content Creators
YouTube mandates creators to label realistic AI-generated content to fight misinformation. Creators use a new "Altered content" tool
Nvidia Unveils Blackwell GPU Architecture, Aiming to Redefine AI Infrastructure
Nvidia unveils Blackwell, its next-gen AI architecture, promising a 5x performance boost over its predecessor.
Microsoft Research’s Garnet: Setting New Standards for Ultra-Low Latency and Performance
Microsoft Research unveiled Garnet, a high-performance cache-store for memory and storage systems.
Windows to Block Websites Using Outdated RSA Keys in Security Update
Microsoft strengthens Windows security by requiring stronger encryption keys. This update improves web browsing safety
Reddit Faces FTC Investigation Amidst IPO Preparations
Reddit faces FTC probe over selling user data to train AI, right before their IPO. They say it's legal, but this could impact the whole tech industry.
Meta Faces Investigation for Facilitating Drug Transactions Online
Feds probe Meta (Facebook, Instagram) for possible role in illegal drug sales. Meta says they fight drug content
GitHub Repositories Compromised in Sophisticated Malware Distribution Scheme
Free cracked software on GitHub? Beware! It might be malware distributing RisePro info-stealer.
LinkedIn Introduces In-App Gaming Feature for Enhanced Networking
LinkedIn is adding puzzle games to boost engagement! Imagine companies ranked by employee game scores.
Microsoft Announces Suspension of Cloud Services in Russia Amid EU Sanctions
Microsoft cuts cloud access in Russia due to EU sanctions, impacting businesses. Amazon and Google may follow.
Generative AI on iPhone: Apple’s Potential Collaboration with Google’s Gemini
Apple is talking to Google about bringing Google's powerful AI engine, Gemini, to iPhones.
YouTube Unveils Enhanced Interactive TV App Interface with Side-by-Side Video and Comments
YouTube revamps its TV app for a more interactive experience. Viewers can now watch videos in a smaller window while reading comments
Massive Data Breach at France Travail Exposes 43 Million Citizens’ Information
France's employment agency suffers major data breach impacting 43 million. Hackers accessed names, addresses, social security numbers
Google to Enhance Chrome Safe Browsing with Real-Time Protection
Chrome gets real-time anti-phishing with Google's Safe Browsing update. Encrypted checks block 25% more threats while protecting user privacy.
Microsoft Exchange Online Faces Email Delivery Issues to Yahoo and AOL
Microsoft struggling to send emails to Yahoo/AOL due to stricter spam filters. Workarounds exist, but highlight the complexity of email delivery
Intel Unveils Core i9-14900KS: A New Peak in Desktop Processor Speeds
Intel launches record-breaking Core i9-14900KS CPU with 6.2 GHz speeds. It offers 15% better performance and overclocking for $699.
Mistral AI Maintains Open Source Pledge in the Wake of a Major Microsoft Collaboration
Mistral assures it will remain open-source following Microsoft's $2 billion investment into the AI startup.
Microsoft Announces Major Domain Consolidation for Teams and Microsoft 365 Apps
Microsoft is consolidating its product experiences under a single domain, cloud.microsoft. This starts in June 2024 with Teams, Outlook, and Office 365.
Microsoft Advertising Console Unveils a New, Modern Interface
Microsoft revamped its Advertising Console with a modern interface for easier ad management. New features include streamlined menus and AI-powered "Copilot"
Mojang Launches Marketplace Pass: A New Subscription Model for Minecraft
Minecraft launches $3.99/month subscription "Marketplace Pass" for access to premium content, skins, textures, and world expansions.
DarkGate Malware Campaign Targets Microsoft Windows Zero-Day Vulnerability
Hackers exploited a Windows zero-day (CVE-2024-21412) to deliver DarkGate malware via fake software installers.
ChatGPT Plugin Vulnerabilities Exposed by Security Researchers
ChatGPT plugin flaws exposed user data, sparking fixes. Security researchers found ways to steal info through plugins and take over accounts.
Microsoft Announces Elimination of Azure Egress Fees, Enhancing Customer Flexibility
Microsoft stops charging data transfer fees (egress fees) out of Azure, following similar moves by competitors.
Skype Unveils Channels Feature in Partnership with Over 3,500 News Providers
Skype adds "Channels" to become a news hub. Partnering with major publishers and using AI, it curates and lets you share news
Microsoft Teams Gets a New Planner App with Advanced Features
Microsoft's new Planner app for Teams is now in public preview. It combines To Do, Planner, and Project tasks into a single app
Microsoft Integrates Copilot with OneDrive for Enhanced File Management
Microsoft's AI tool Copilot is coming to OneDrive, letting users get insights from files directly in Microsoft 365.
Microsoft Copilot for Security Set for General Availability Next April
Microsoft's new AI security tool, Copilot, launches April 1st. It uses advanced AI to help security teams fight cyberattacks and improve productivity.
Microsoft Expands Educational Tools with Reading Coach Standalone Application
Microsoft launched Reading Coach, a free AI-powered app that personalizes reading practice with interactive stories.
OpenAI Hires Quantum Physicist to Explore Cutting-Edge AI Solutions
OpenAI hired a quantum computing expert, Ben Bartlett, to explore using quantum tech for more powerful AI models.
Microsoft Teams Integrates Personal and Work Accounts into Single Application
Microsoft is merging Teams personal and work accounts into one app for easier switching. This rollout starts in April
Meta Initiates Legal Action Against Ex-Vice President for Confidential Data Theft
Meta is suing Dipinder Singh Khurana, alleging the former executive stole documents relating to the company's datacenters.
GitHub Works to Restore Services After Prolonged Performance Degradation
GitHub down two days in a row due to bad code update. Pull Requests delayed by 10 minutes. Mitigation deployed but root cause not yet public.
Midjourney Introduces Character Consistency in AI-Generated Images with New Feature
Midjourney's new "cref" tag lets users create consistent characters across images, a game-changer for AI art with applications in storytelling and design.