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Xbox is letting you take your game library anywhere
- Game Pass Ultimate subscribers can now stream some of the games they own.
- Currently, there are 50 cloud playable games available to stream over Xbox Cloud Gaming (Beta).
- Game Pass Ultimate subscribers have access to Xbox Cloud Gaming (Beta).
- They can now stream select games they own that aren't part of the cloud gaming catalog.
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Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 struggles to get off the ground after launch
- Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 launched with performance issues, including long queue times and loading problems.
- Asobo Studios apologized for underestimating the demand, causing overwhelmed servers and cache saturation.
- The game implemented cloud storage technology to load only what's in the flight path, but the requests overloaded the servers' caches.
- Players have reported issues with loading and performance, resulting in negative reviews on the Steam version.
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S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 launches horror as new normal
- S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl launches today on Xbox Series X|S and PC.
- The game is an open world first-person survival journey set in a unique and hazardous setting.
- Players need to fend for themselves, gather supplies, and navigate through monsters, anomalies, and radiation.
- For more information, visit Xbox Wire and read about the studio's journey to finish the game.
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Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27754 (Canary Channel)
- Microsoft has released a new Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27754 to the Canary channel.
- The updated Windows Hello visuals align it with recent design standards for improved visibility.
- The focus is to improve authentication intuitive and seamless.
- Users with Windows 11 version 24H2 and higher can benefit from new administrator protection, shown as cleaner experience supporting secured authentication.
- They can switch between authentication options and select passkeys/devices more intuitively.
- Improved preview on mousing over/hovering over apps on the taskbar.
- Simplified system tray highlights the date/time in shortened form and shows the notifications bell icon based on DND status.
- Fixed an issue with the applying policy for the Digital Markets Act in EEA regions in Build 27749.
- Fixed an underlying issue which was causing RAW images taken in portrait mode to unexpectedly display in landscape mode thumbnails.
- Insiders will lose Windows Hello pin and biometrics when joining the Canary channel on a new Copilot+ PC from the Dev Channel, Release Preview Channel or retail.
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Will Microsoft Buy Bitcoin After Michael Saylor’s 3-Minute BTC Strategy Pitch To Board?
- MicroStrategy Executive Chairman Michael Saylor will present a Bitcoin investment strategy to Microsoft's board of directors.
- Saylor believes a Microsoft Bitcoin investment could be a game-changer as Bitcoin approaches $100,000.
- Shareholders are voting on whether Microsoft should assess Bitcoin as an investment, but the board recommends voting against it.
- As of now, Bitcoin is trading at $94,218 with a market cap of $1.86 trillion.
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Xbox is finally letting you cloud stream games you own, with some limits
- Xbox is launching the functionality to stream games that users already own through the cloud.
- Game Pass Ultimate subscribers can stream games they own, even if not in the Game Pass catalog.
- Currently, users can stream from a list of 50 supported games.
- The feature is available in 28 countries and can be accessed on various smart devices.
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MSFS 2024: Most authentic flight sim on the market taps pilots’ expertise
- Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 incorporates search and rescue missions.
- Khoi Duong, a quality engineer at Xbox Game Studios and a part of a search and rescue team, provided his expertise for the game.
- The release allows players to experience flying different aircraft and pursue a career in search and rescue.
- Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 offers step-by-step guides for players to become first responders in the game.
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Optimizing Efficiency with Advanced Order Picking Options
- MetaShip, a cloud-based automation solution integrated with Dynamics 365 Business Central, offers a range of advanced order-picking options to streamline and optimize warehouse operations.
- MetaShip provides various order-picking methods for flexibility and accuracy, including increasing accuracy, boosting speed, and adapting to changing needs.
- MetaShip supports internal needs picking, which helps in managing in-house operations by maintaining stock levels, improving inventory accuracy, and streamlining internal logistics.
- MetaShip's multi-order picking capability allows users to pick items for multiple orders simultaneously, reducing travel time, improving order throughput, and optimizing workflow.
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PS6 Gen Set for Handheld Rivalry Between Sony and Microsoft
- Sony and Microsoft are reportedly preparing for a PlayStation and Xbox handheld competition in the PS6 generation.
- Microsoft executive Phil Spencer has hinted at plans for an Xbox handheld, while Sony's interest in portables has been renewed.
- Rumors suggest that Sony plans to use AMD hardware for its PS6 gen handheld, while Microsoft is still deciding between Qualcomm and AMD.
- The PS6's CPU is yet to be decided, with options being ZEN4 or ZEN5, causing concerns over potential outdated technology at launch.
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The Year Microsoft Built ‘UI for AI’
- Microsoft's Copilot suite of AI tools, which includes Copilot Actions, SharePoint Agents and Copilot studio, aims to redefine user interaction with technology and offer personalised experiences, according to CEO Satya Nadella.
- Microsoft made several enhancements to its AI assistant suite at its Ignite 2024 conference, enabling users to automate repetitive tasks and create custom AI agents for specific workflows.
- The tools integrate seamlessly across Microsoft's ecosystem, including Teams, SharePoint and Planner.
- Emphasising the practical impact of these developments, Nadella said that it is not about tech for tech’s sake but about translating it into real outcomes.
- Updates to GitHub Copilot include support for coding in Hindi and a new feature called Recall.
- Copilot Analytics helps organisations track performance metrics like sales and marketing trends, while Copilot Studio empowers users to create bespoke agents tailored to their workflows.
- Partnerships with major tech players, such as Nvidia and AMD, reinforce Microsoft's leadership in building AI infrastructure.
- Privacy and ethical considerations must be addressed as organisations adopt increasingly sophisticated AI tools.
- Microsoft's vision of Copilot as the 'UI for AI' is about reimagining the workplace by making AI a trusted and ubiquitous assistant in the modern workforce.
- With its ambitious roadmap and strong industry partnerships, 2024 might indeed be remembered as the year Microsoft transformed how we interact with technology.
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Microsoft Introduces a Quantum System with 24 Logical Qubits
- Microsoft and Atom Computing have introduced a quantum system with 24 logical qubits.
- This collaboration marks a milestone in achieving fault-tolerant quantum computing.
- Microsoft aims to achieve scientific quantum advantage with 100 reliable qubits.
- The partnership between Microsoft and Atom Computing positions them to scale and reach scientific quantum advantage.
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MicroStrategy’s Michael Saylor to pitch Bitcoin strategy to Microsoft’s board
- Michael Saylor, founder of MicroStrategy, will present a Bitcoin investment strategy to Microsoft's board of directors.
- Saylor has been allotted three minutes to make his case for Bitcoin investment.
- He previously offered to help Microsoft generate a trillion dollars using Bitcoin treasury strategy.
- MicroStrategy is the largest corporate Bitcoin holder, with over 330,000 Bitcoin.
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Will Michael Saylor Bring Bitcoin to Microsoft’s Balance Sheet?
- Michael Saylor will pitch Bitcoin investment strategy to Microsoft.
- A vote on December 10 will determine Microsoft's consideration of Bitcoin as an investment.
- Microsoft plans to assess and incorporate Bitcoin into its balance sheet.
- MicroStrategy's success with Bitcoin investment strategy influences the proposal.
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Michael Saylor To Present Bitcoin Treasury Strategy To Microsoft Board
- Michael Saylor, the Executive Chairman of MicroStrategy, will present a Bitcoin treasury strategy to the Microsoft Board of Directors before December 10.
- During an X Space event organized by VanEck, Saylor revealed that activists behind a shareholder proposal had contacted him to present to the board.
- Saylor offered to meet privately with Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella to discuss Bitcoin adoption, but the offer was not accepted.
- Microsoft has scheduled its annual shareholder meeting for December 10, where an 'Assessment of Investing in Bitcoin' will be on the agenda.
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Chainlink, Banco Inter, and Microsoft Sync Up to Power Brazil’s CBDC Pilot
- Brazil’s central bank has launched the second phase of its Drex CBDC pilot to improve cross-border agricultural trade and streamline supply chain operations.
- Chainlink is providing its Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP) for secure, cross-platform transactions, while Banco Inter is leading the platform’s implementation and Microsoft offers the cloud infrastructure.
- The pilot aims to modernise trade finance by addressing inefficiencies, automating supply chain payments, and exploring the integration of CBDCs and blockchain technology into Brazil’s economy.
- Key industry players, including Microsoft, Chainlink, Banco Inter, and 7Comm, are collaborating to develop a trade finance system powered by blockchain and oracles.
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