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AI roundup [April 16]: UK to develop AI regulations, Microsoft invests $1.5 billion in G42, more

16Apr

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AI roundup [April 16]: UK to develop AI regulations, Microsoft invests $1.5 billion in G42, more

[ad_1] AI roundup, April 16: The United Kingdoms in all aboard to draft country's AI regulations on powerful tools such as OpenAI's ChatGPT. The regulation will be set to restrict or eliminate the potential harm of the emerging technology. In other news, Microsoft will be investing $1.5 billion in a United Arab Emirates-based artificial intelligence company named G42. The partnership is approved by the U.S. and UAE governments. Check out similar AI news from today.1. UK has started to develop AI regulations to eliminate the risksThe UK has started to draft its AI regulation which will be applied to the new emerging technologies and large language models. These regulations will also be enforced on the current and future AI tools. These AI regulations are expected to eliminate the potenti...

Microsoft announces plans to invest $1.5 billion in AI firm G42 for responsible AI development

16Apr

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Microsoft announces plans to invest $1.5 billion in AI firm G42 for responsible AI development

[ad_1] Expanding its artificial intelligence (AI) push, Microsoft has announced that it will be investing $1.5 billion in United Arab Emirates-based artificial intelligence firm G42, giving the U.S. giant a minority stake and a board seat, allowing the two to deepen ties amid the global battle for tech dominance. AI has become the buzzword of the last few years, with companies around the world competing to leverage this technology. As part of the deal, which the two companies said was backed by assurances to the U.S. and UAE governments over security, G42 would use Microsoft cloud services to run its AI applications, according to Reuters.AI partnershipThe partnership comes amid Washington's efforts to hobble Beijing's technological advances, with the United States adding four Chinese co...

Govt issues high-risk warning for Microsoft services including Windows- Here’s what you must do

16Apr

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Govt issues high-risk warning for Microsoft services including Windows- Here’s what you must do

[ad_1] The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) has issued a high-risk warning concerning various Microsoft services due to multiple vulnerabilities found in Microsoft products. These vulnerabilities affect a range of Microsoft software, including Windows, Office, Developer Tools, Azure services, Bing, System Center, Dynamics, and Exchange Server.CERT-In alerts Microsoft usersAccording to CERT-In, the vulnerabilities could enable an attacker to gain elevated privileges, obtain information disclosure, bypass security restrictions, conduct remote code execution attacks, perform spoofing attacks, or cause denial of service conditions. Essentially, these vulnerabilities could grant hackers significant control over affected systems or compromise sensitive information. Specific...

AI roundup [April 10]: Microsoft invests in Japan’s AI mission, Amazon and Nvidia to contribute to AI research and more

10Apr

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AI roundup [April 10]: Microsoft invests in Japan’s AI mission, Amazon and Nvidia to contribute to AI research and more

[ad_1] AI roundup: Microsoft is planning to make a huge investment in Japan to accelerate the country's AI development. Additionally, the investment will also aid Japan in building strong cybersecurity defence to combat enemy countries. In other news, President Joe Biden and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida urged Amazon and Nvidia to fund an AI research program. Know more about such AI news of today. Microsoft plans to invest $2.9 billion in Japan to support its AI ambitionsMicrosoft announced a huge investment plan for Japan. The company will be investing $2.9 billion in the country for over 2 years to accelerate its AI development plans. The country is also aiming to expand its semiconductor industry with the help of foreign investments. Brad Smith, Vice Chair and President of Mi...

Microsoft to stop Windows 10 updates on this date unless you pay

10Apr

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Microsoft to stop Windows 10 updates on this date unless you pay

[ad_1] Microsoft has announced its plans to discontinue support for Windows 10 by October 14, 2025, but will offer Extended Security Updates (ESU) for those who wish to continue using the older operating system. The ESU subscription will come at a price, with users required to pay $61 for the first year, doubling to $122 for the second year, and increasing to $244 in the third year. This fee applies to both individual users and businesses, with each Windows 10 device needing its own ESU licence. Windows 10 to stop getting security updates- What should you do?Typically, ESU subscriptions are targeted towards organisations needing to maintain older Windows versions, but Microsoft's offering will also cater to individual users. Additionally, there's a 25% discount for businesses utilising ...

5 Things about AI you may have missed today: World’s first AI software tester unveiled, CGI and Microsoft on AI, more

8Apr

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5 Things about AI you may have missed today: World’s first AI software tester unveiled, CGI and Microsoft on AI, more

[ad_1] AI roundup: AI automation has become a new trend in the tech industry. With the growing use of AI, a company named TestGrid unveiled the world's first AI Software Tester which will simplify the automation testing process. In other news, CGI and Microsoft had a brief discussion about the digital revolution and generative AI's impact on our lives. Know more about what happened in the world of AI in our roundup.The world's first AI software tester announcedTestGrid a leading automation testing company unveiled CoTester, an AI-powered software tester, providing ease to the automation tester. The tool has the ability to understand complex software testing and it can work on different testing frameworks such as Selenium, Cypress, and others. Harry Rao, the CEO & Founder of TestGrid...

Microsoft to launch AI hub in London; Big win for UK in race to get AI talent

8Apr

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Microsoft to launch AI hub in London; Big win for UK in race to get AI talent

[ad_1] LONDON- Microsoft has has announced plans for a new artificial intelligence (AI) hub in London, focused on product development and research.The unit will be led by Mustafa Suleyman, the London-born cofounder of Google DeepMind, who Microsoft hired last month. WHY IT'S IMPORTANT As the primary backer of ChatGPT-maker OpenAI, Microsoft is a world leader in the rapidly-developing technology.But competition for AI talent has been heating up across Europe over the past 18 months. Microsoft may seek to poach experts from other AI-focused companies to staff its new unit, such as DeepMind or OpenAI.The move also represents a win for Britain, which has sought to bolster its credentials as a technology superpower since hosting the world's first global AI safety summit in November.CONTEXTL...

5 Things about AI you may have missed today: Nvidia to build AI centre in Indonesia, India on AI laws, more

5Apr

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5 Things about AI you may have missed today: Nvidia to build AI centre in Indonesia, India on AI laws, more

[ad_1] AI roundup: Nvidia and Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison are in talks to build an artificial intelligence centre in Central Java in 2024. The companies may invest $200 million for the development. In other news, Microsoft warns countries such as the US, South Korea and India about China's intention to disrupt elections with the help of AI. Know more about what AI news is in our roundup. Nvidia and Indosat to build AI centre in IndonesiaNvidia and Indosat to open AI centre in Indonesia worth $200 million. The centre will consist of telecommunication infrastructure or a human resource centre in Surakarta city. Steve Saerang from Indosat said, “Now, our main focus is to develop a centre of excellence related to AI in Surakarta.” Steve also talked about how the collaboration with Nvidia will...

Microsoft boosts Copilot with GPT-4 turbo upgrade and enhanced image generation for business subscribers

4Apr

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Microsoft boosts Copilot with GPT-4 turbo upgrade and enhanced image generation for business subscribers

[ad_1] Microsoft is unveiling a significant upgrade to its AI-powered Copilot assistant, offering business subscribers priority access to the powerful GPT-4 Turbo model. This enhancement, included in the $30 per user, per month package of Copilot for Microsoft 365, allows users to harness the capabilities of OpenAI's latest model across various platforms, including the Copilot mobile app, web interface, Windows, and Edge.Priority Access for Enhanced EfficiencyWith this rollout, Microsoft aims to provide commercial customers with priority access to the GPT-4 Turbo model, ensuring faster and more comprehensive responses. As part of this update, restrictions on the number of chats per day and turns per conversation are also being lifted, enabling users to engage with Copilot more extensiv...

Microsoft has a new AI chatbot just for Xbox gamers- Details

3Apr

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Microsoft has a new AI chatbot just for Xbox gamers- Details

[ad_1] Microsoft is making strides in AI technology with the development of an Xbox AI chatbot designed to automate support tasks. The chatbot, described as an "embodied AI character," aims to streamline the support experience for Xbox users by responding to queries and processing refunds.Connected to Microsoft's support documents for the Xbox network and ecosystem, the chatbot can efficiently address a wide range of support topics using natural language processing. This initiative reflects Microsoft's broader efforts to integrate AI into its Xbox platform and services, enhancing the user experience and simplifying support interactions, reported TheVerge. Testing and DevelopmentThe Xbox chatbot, currently in prototype stage, has been expanded for broader testing, indicating its potenti...