Microsoft has introduced a new family of proprietary AI models at its Build 2026 developer conference, marking one of the company’s most significant moves toward reducing reliance on external AI providers such as OpenAI and Anthropic. The announcement reflects a broader shift happening across the AI industry. While major technology companies initially accelerated innovation through […]
Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming healthcare, but building AI systems that can operate safely in clinical environments remains one of the industry’s biggest challenges. Microsoft and Mayo Clinic have announced a new partnership aimed at addressing exactly that problem through the development of a healthcare-specific foundation model designed for medical use. The initiative combines Mayo […]
Microsoft is doubling down on its AI ambitions with the launch of three new foundational models capable of generating text, voice, and visual content. The move signals a clear intention to compete more directly with leading AI labs, while still maintaining its strategic partnership with OpenAI. A step toward full-stack AI control Developed by Microsoft’s […]
While many popular AI chatbots like ChatGPT and Meta AI are pushing the boundaries of what human-AI relationships can look like — sometimes even engaging in romantic or sexual conversations — Microsoft is taking a completely different route. Mustafa Suleyman, Microsoft’s AI CEO, told CNN that the company’s vision is to build artificial intelligence that’s […]
Microsoft’s AI division has introduced its first homegrown models: MAI-Voice-1 and MAI-1-preview. The flagship speech model, MAI-Voice-1, is designed for speed and efficiency, capable of generating a full minute of audio in under one second using just a single GPU. Microsoft is already putting it to work in features like Copilot Daily, which delivers AI-narrated […]
The ultra-exclusive $4 trillion club now has a new member. Microsoft’s shares surged over 5% on Thursday after delivering earnings that exceeded Wall Street expectations, pushing its market value past the $4 trillion milestone. The software giant now stands alongside Nvidia, which crossed the same threshold earlier this month. Driving Microsoft’s strong performance was its […]
Microsoft is laying the groundwork for a future where AI “agents” from different companies can work seamlessly together—and remember past interactions more effectively. Ahead of its annual Build developer conference in Seattle on May 19, Microsoft’s Chief Technology Officer Kevin Scott shared the company’s vision during a briefing at its Redmond, Washington headquarters. The focus: […]
Microsoft President Brad Smith recently joined the GeekWire Podcast for a special conversation at GeekWire’s Microsoft@50 event at Town Hall Seattle. As the tech giant marks its 50th anniversary, Smith reflected on its journey, addressed pressing challenges, and shared his insights into what lies ahead for the company and the industry. Tracing Microsoft’s evolution from […]
Microsoft has announced a major advancement in quantum computing with the unveiling of its new Majorana 1 chip, asserting that practical quantum computers are closer than ever—measured in years rather than decades. This bold prediction places Microsoft alongside Google and IBM, who have also suggested that a transformative shift in computing could arrive much sooner […]
Microsoft is forming a new division, the Advanced Planning Unit (APU), under its Microsoft AI business wing to better understand how artificial intelligence (AI) will impact society, health, and work. This initiative underscores Microsoft’s commitment to addressing the broader implications of its AI technologies. Microsoft AI, which includes flagship products like Copilot, Bing, and Edge, […]
Microsoft has begun testing its AI-enhanced Windows search functionality in a new developer channel build for Windows 11 Insider testers. Originally announced in October, this feature leverages semantic indexing to allow users to search for local files using natural, conversational language. As with other Microsoft AI features, access requires a Copilot Plus PC. The AI-powered […]
Microsoft has unveiled a new feature for its Edge browser, Copilot Vision, designed to enhance web browsing with AI assistance. Available in limited preview starting today, the feature allows users to interact with an AI that “sees” and analyzes the same web page they are viewing. Through voice commands, users can receive insights, recommendations, and […]