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Microsoft put an ex-Facebook exec in charge of a new AI unit. Internal memos reveal how it's going.
- Microsoft hired ex-Facebook exec Jay Parikh to lead new AI unit CoreAI, focusing on cultural shifts, operational improvements, and customer focus.
- Parikh aims to bring an 'age of AI agents' to reality, with ambitions to help developers build digital personal assistants.
- He envisions creating an AI 'agent factory' at Microsoft, analogous to the software factory concept of the company's founders.
- Under Parikh's leadership, Microsoft's AI platform Foundry delivered significant COGS impact and GitHub Copilot gained new customers.
- Parikh is driving cultural changes to accelerate work pace, enhance collaboration, and improve product reliability and security at Microsoft.
- He initiated Ops Reviews and 'get well plans' for customer satisfaction, emphasizing broader systemic solutions over quick fixes.
- Parikh encourages engaging diverse perspectives, streamlining software versions, simplifying incident reviews, and scaling up strategically.
- He advocates addressing classes of problems, improving systemic inefficiencies, and fostering a culture of pattern recognition for sustainable improvements.
- The memos reflect Parikh's efforts to introduce a new perspective and drive operational excellence at Microsoft's CoreAI unit.
- Parikh's focus on cultural transformation and systemic improvements underscores Microsoft's commitment to AI innovation and customer-centric development.
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Microsoft blocks emails that contain ‘Palestine’ after employee protests
- Microsoft employees are facing email blocks when using terms like 'Palestine' or 'Gaza.'
- The No Azure for Apartheid protest group claims that Microsoft workers cannot send emails with these terms.
- Microsoft has implemented email changes to reduce politically focused emails within the company.
- The company states that there is a designated forum for employees interested in political issues.
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Signal’s new Windows update prevents the system from capturing screenshots of chats
- Signal is updating its Windows app to prevent the system from capturing screenshots of chats to enhance privacy.
- The new 'screen security' setting is enabled by default on Windows 11 to protect user privacy.
- Microsoft's Recall feature captures screenshots continuously, but Signal's update aims to block this function.
- Users can disable the screen security setting via Signal Settings > Privacy > Screen security.
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Signal Blocks Microsoft Recall Feature to Protect User Privacy
- Signal updates its Windows 11 application to block Microsoft's Recall feature, preventing screenshots of private conversations.
- Signal's 'Screen Security' setting, utilizing DRM techniques, prevents unauthorized screen captures and is enabled by default.
- Microsoft's Recall feature captures screenshots for a searchable timeline, facing privacy concerns and potential data collection risks.
- Signal's move to protect user privacy through DRM measures echoes streaming services' strategies and limitations on Recall's developer controls.
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Temenos sets new benchmark for scalability of AI-powered banking with Microsoft
- Temenos announced a highwater benchmark for its cloud-native core banking solutions running on Microsoft Azure.
- The benchmark showcased the efficiency of handling high volumes of digital transactions and AI services, with over 40% improvement in efficiency compared to the previous year.
- The results demonstrate the capability of Temenos' solutions to process transactions quickly and securely, using minimal hardware, and meet the increasing demand for AI-powered services.
- The collaboration between Microsoft and Temenos aims to help banks run smarter, scale efficiently, and enhance customer experiences through AI innovation.
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Unlocking Productivity and Security with Office 365 E3: A Smart Choice for Modern Enterprises
- Office 365 E3 is a premium offering in the Microsoft 365 suite, catering to enterprises' productivity, security, and collaboration needs in the digital era.
- It includes Microsoft Office apps, 100 GB mailbox per user, OneDrive for Business, Microsoft Teams, security features, SharePoint, and more.
- Office 365 E3 enhances security with features like Data Loss Prevention, Multi-Factor Authentication, Exchange Online Protection, and eDiscovery tools.
- The platform enables seamless cloud collaboration through tools like Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, and OneDrive for Business.
- It boosts productivity with familiar applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access, and Publisher.
- Office 365 E3 offers cost-effectiveness through a subscription model, scalability, reduced IT overhead, and built-in compliance tools.
- Real-world case studies showcase improvements in team productivity, IT support, data security, and compliance with Office 365 E3.
- The platform supports long-term digital transformation with hybrid deployments, app integration, and role-based access controls.
- Enterprise Owners, IT Managers, and Marketers benefit from the tailored features of Office 365 E3 in driving business success.
- Upgrade to Office 365 E3 for a competitive edge in the digital workplace, enabling secure collaboration and scalability for modern enterprises.
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Global law enforcement and Microsoft take down Lumma malware infrastructure
- A global law enforcement operation, supported by Microsoft Corp., has disrupted the infrastructure behind Lumma, a popular malware-as-a-service tool known for widespread information theft.
- The U.S. Department of Justice coordinated the takedown of Lumma, leading to the seizure of domains used for Lumma distribution, enabling cybercriminals to steal sensitive data globally.
- Lumma, which emerged in December 2022, was widely used due to its affordability and ease of deployment. It allowed low-skilled threat actors to conduct sophisticated attacks, targeting various data types.
- Despite the takedown, concerns remain about potential reemergence of Lumma or similar threats, as threat actors often adapt quickly with rebrands, new delivery methods, and rebuilt infrastructure.
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Bringing AI to the data: How Dell and Microsoft are syncing cloud and edge
- Dell Technologies Inc. and Microsoft Corp. are focusing on syncing cloud and edge to bring AI to the data.
- The partnership involves Dell implementing Cloud Platform with Microsoft Azure to build full-stack solutions for multicloud and hybrid ecosystems.
- The collaboration aims to bring AI capabilities to data residing in different locations, like bringing Dell PowerScale to Azure Cloud for running unstructured data and using Azure services.
- The partnership between Dell and Microsoft delivers management control solutions for IT customers, enabling consistent management and security capabilities across on-premises and cloud environments.
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Signal says no to Windows 11’s Recall screenshots
- Signal rolls out a new version for Windows 11 that enables screen security by default to prevent Microsoft's Recall feature from capturing secured chats.
- Developers like Joshua Lund stress the need for OS vendors to provide tools for apps like Signal to reject granting AI systems access to sensitive information.
- Microsoft's Recall feature lacks an API for app developers to opt out users' sensitive content from its AI-powered archives, raising privacy concerns.
- Microsoft includes filters for private browser windows and Copilot Plus PC users can filter out certain apps with Recall, but the feature poses potential security risks.
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“Microsoft has simply given us no other option,” Signal says as it blocks Windows Recall
- Signal Messenger is warning its Windows Desktop users about the privacy threat posed by Recall, an AI tool in Windows 11 that captures and stores user activity.
- Signal for Windows will now block Windows from taking screenshots by default to protect user privacy.
- Users can opt to allow screenshots by adjusting settings, but Signal emphasizes the potential privacy risks from tools like Recall.
- According to Signal, Microsoft's Recall feature jeopardizes the privacy of content displayed in privacy-focused apps, leading them to add extra protection to Signal Desktop for Windows 11.
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Windows 95 chime composer Brian Eno denounces Microsoft for its ties to Israeli government
- Brian Eno, known for composing the Windows 95 startup chime, denounced Microsoft for its ties to the Israeli government, calling on the company to suspend all services contributing to violations of international law.
- Eno expressed disbelief that a company he worked with could be involved in oppression and war, specifically referencing Microsoft's contracts with Israel's Ministry of Defense.
- Microsoft's contracts with the Israeli government have sparked outcry, with employees and human rights groups raising concerns about Israel's military actions in Gaza, accusing the country of war crimes and genocidal acts.
- Protesters, including Microsoft employees, disrupted company events to demand the termination of contracts with Israel and endorse a permanent ceasefire, leading to some employees being dismissed.
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Microsoft wants to copy Apple with a Handoff-like feature for Windows and Android
- Microsoft is working on a feature called 'Cross Device Resume' for Windows 11 and Android devices.
- This feature allows users to continue their tasks seamlessly across different devices, similar to Apple's 'Handoff' feature.
- The demo for 'Cross Device Resume' was shown in a Build 2025 session but was later removed from the video.
- Spotify and WhatsApp are some of the apps that appear to support this new feature.
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Xbox Just Added 50+ Classic Activision Games To Game Pass
- Xbox has added over 50 retro Activision games to Game Pass via a new app called Retro Classics.
- The new app is available for Xbox Game Pass for Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, PC, and streaming, offering challenges, multiplayer, leaderboards, and achievements.
- Games currently available on Retro Classics app include Kaboom!, Pitfall, River Raid, Grand Prix, Commando, and more, with plans to add more Activision and Blizzard games in the future.
- Xbox's move is seen as a step towards game preservation and backwards compatibility, allowing players to enjoy timeless games on modern devices.
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Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4: Fighting game on wheels
- Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 is set to launch on July 11 for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Xbox PC, and Game Pass.
- The game promises a significant boost in quality and playability according to Xbox Wire’s Mike Nelson, likening it to a fighting game on wheels.
- THPS Fest in Los Angeles provided a closer look at the game's features, including new levels, skaters, and gameplay mechanics.
- The Official Xbox Podcast featured a discussion with the developers about remastering the game for a new generation and introducing new content.
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Big Tech’s Enterprise Cloud Launches Move AI From Feature to Framework
- Big Tech companies like Microsoft, Dell, Google, and SAP are leading the convergence of AI and core infrastructure in enterprise technology beyond cloud migration.
- Recent initiatives by these tech giants introduce AI capabilities to revolutionize enterprise solutions and operational efficiency.
- Dell's Private Cloud introduction exemplifies the trend towards building composability in enterprise infrastructure, offering customizable private cloud networks for enhanced scalability and security.
- The integration of AI into core operations is reshaping businesses by combining automation, simplicity, and flexibility into enterprise solutions, marking a shift from AI being just a feature to becoming the framework for future systems.
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