Microsoft Introduces Microsoft Places to Assist Employees in Returning to the Office
Microsoft introduces Microsoft Places to help employees navigate return-to-office mandates more flexibly. The app focuses on facilitating face-to-face interactions and offers features like sharing office days, viewing schedules, and setting ‘priority’ days. Integration with Microsoft Copilot in 2024 will optimize office days based on co-workers’ schedules.
New Zero-Day Vulnerability Discovered in Windows Operating Systems
Cybersecurity experts have identified a new zero-day vulnerability in Windows operating systems, known as CVE-2024-30051, that could lead to privilege escalation. A patch was released by Microsoft on May 14, 2024, following the discovery of an exploit for this vulnerability. Users are advised to update their systems to prevent potential attacks.
Microsoft Build 2024: A Sneak Peek into the Future of AI and Tech Innovation
Microsoft Build 2024 is set to showcase the latest advancements in generative AI and cutting-edge technologies. With a focus on AI, Microsoft is expected to make major announcements during the keynote event on May 21. The event will be live-streamed for free, offering valuable insights into the future of technology and the impact of AI on various industries.
Stock Market Today: Dow slumps 570 points to end worst month since September 2022 as Fed decision looms
Stock Market Today: Dow slumps 570 points to end worst month since September 2022 as Fed decision looms. April saw mixed performances among the Magnificent Seven companies, with Meta Platforms Inc. facing a double-digit drop and Alphabet Inc. rallying. Tesla Inc. made gains, while Nvidia Corp. experienced a retreat. Amazon.com Inc. is expected to finish the month with a modest decrease, showcasing the ongoing dynamics in the stock market.
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Microsoft Introduces AI Tool Copilot to Assist Developers in Writing Code
Microsoft’s new AI tool, Copilot, is designed to provide fun and creative coding prompts to assist developers in brainstorming and enhancing their coding skills. Powered by OpenAI’s GPT-3 language model and integrated into Visual Studio Code, Copilot suggests code snippets, function definitions, and even entire lines of code based on the context and the developer’s input. With its ability to generate fun and quirky coding prompts, Copilot aims to inject a sense of creativity and playfulness into the coding process, empowering developers to maintain control over the code they are writing. Microsoft emphasizes that Copilot is not meant to automate the coding process entirely, but rather to complement and augment the skills of developers, making coding more enjoyable and accessible to a wider audience.
Microsoft Releases April 2024 Patch Tuesday with Fixes for 150 Security Flaws
Microsoft’s April 2024 Patch Tuesday addresses 150 security flaws, including 67 remote code execution vulnerabilities and two zero-day vulnerabilities. The update also covers non-security updates and fixes for various other vulnerabilities, including those in Microsoft SQL drivers and Secure Boot bypasses.
Cybersecurity Tech Company Rubrik Plans IPO After Microsoft Support
Rubrik, a cybersecurity tech company supported by Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT), is planning to initiate an initial public offering (IPO) as early as next week. Founded in 2014, Rubrik provides innovative cybersecurity solutions such as cloud-based ransomware protection. Some of its major customers include NVIDIA (NASDAQ:NVDA) and Home Depot (NYSE:HD). Microsoft invested in Rubrik in 2021, with the company’s valuation estimated at around $4 billion. According to Bloomberg, Rubrik could aim to raise between $500 million and $700 million from its IPO. Other top IPO contenders such as Stripe and Databricks could possibly wait for another year before stepping into public markets.
Microsoft Appoints Pavan Davuluri as New Windows and Surface Chief
Microsoft appoints Pavan Davuluri as the new Windows and Surface chief, consolidating the leadership structure. Davuluri, with over 23 years at Microsoft, will now oversee both Windows and Surface, signaling a holistic approach to building silicon, systems, experiences, and devices. The reorganization also coincides with the appointment of Mustafa Suleyman to lead a new AI team, suggesting a strategic focus on AI development within Microsoft.
Microsoft Introduces New Lock Screen Widgets for Windows 11
Microsoft is set to introduce new Lock Screen widgets for Windows 11, catching up with a feature initially available for Windows 10. The update also brings a comprehensive list of fixes and instructions for enabling the new widgets. Users can expect a familiar look with some aesthetic changes, and the ability to explore the widgets via the MSN website. This development marks an important step for Windows 11, aligning the operating system with new features and improvements.