Microsoft pulls its new AI language model, WizardLM 2, due to safety concerns raised after release.

Qualcomm unveils new Snapdragon X laptop processors aiming to challenge leaders like Apple with better performance, battery life, and AI capabilities.

Microsoft criticized for charging extra for essential security features in its products like Microsoft 365, despite data breaches.

Microsoft released an optional hotfix update for Exchange Server 2019/2016 to fix issues caused by March's security update

Microsoft joins a group of leading AI companies by committing to new child safety measures from Thorn and All Tech Is Human.

Microsoft released an update for Windows 10 22H2 (KB5036979) with new features like account notifications and improved lock screen widgets.

Microsoft pulled an Outlook update due to false security alerts in calendar files. A temporary fix disables other security prompts too.

Microsoft's Dev Home 0.13 update for Windows 10/11 brings improved widgets, more Windows customization options, accessibility fixes, and bug squashing.

OpenAI boosts security and control for enterprise API users. New features include secure connections to Azure

Microsoft's new Phi-3 AI models deliver strong performance despite being lightweight. The Phi-3 Mini even surpasses larger competitor models

Windows 11 24H2 brings AI Explorer with natural language search and editing suggestions.

Microsoft Defender for Individuals expands VPN privacy to UK and iOS, protecting users on public Wi-Fi and encrypting data.

Windows 11 24H2 raises CPU requirements to block older processors. SSE4.2 instruction set becomes mandatory to run the new OS.

Windows path flaw lets attackers hide files, mimic trusted programs, and create rootkits without admin rights.

Hackers use GitHub comments to hide malware disguised as legit files. Links look safe due to repository names.

An ex-Amazon AI researcher, Dr. Ghaderi, sued for discrimination and wrongful termination after maternity leave.

Russian APT28 exploited a Windows flaw (CVE-2022-38028) since 2020 with a tool named GooseEgg to steal data.

Ransomware payments hit record low (28%) in Q1 2024 despite a record high of $1.1 billion paid in 2023.

Microsoft Edge launched a dashboard to track progress on web developer needs and browser interoperability, focusing on areas like View Transitions and Navigation API.

Google unifies AI teams under DeepMind to speed up development of advanced AI models like Gemini.

Microsoft revamps web app store with "installers for web," letting users download apps in just 2 clicks directly from the web.

US government reliance on Microsoft for IT raises security concerns. Expert suggests fostering competition and holding Microsoft accountable

Windows 11 Moment 5 lets users reinstall the OS directly through Windows Update for easier troubleshooting, keeping files and settings intact.

Security flaws in Microsoft Defender and Kaspersky EDR allowed attackers to remotely delete files by manipulating how the systems identify malware.

The NSA released cybersecurity guidelines to improve AI security, especially for defense contractors.

Brave Search launches global AI answer feature ("Answer with AI"). It uses large language models to provide summaries and answers to user queries

Microsoft's VASA-1 creates hyperrealistic talking faces from images and audio. It surpasses deepfakes with natural expressions and lip-sync.

EU approves Microsoft-OpenAI partnership despite initial scrutiny. Regulators in other countries are still reviewing the deal.

Meta launched a new AI assistant "Meta AI" powered by LLaMA 3 across Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp etc.

Microsoft is rapidly expanding data centers (over 5 gigawatts now) to meet the demands of booming AI like ChatGPT.

Meta launched a real-time AI image generator in WhatsApp beta (US). Users type "Imagine" and a text prompt to create images

Microsoft added an Edge Search bar directly to the Windows 11 desktop for easier web searches.

Over 1.3 million developers use Microsoft's GitHub Copilot as it leads the way for AI coding tools.

Microsoft's May event to unveil new Surface devices and hold Build 2024 conference. AI will be a major focus, with an "AI File Explorer" for Windows 11 on ARM

Researchers found a large language model (LLM) can exploit real-world flaws with security advisories.