Critical Vulnerability Discovered in Microsoft Power BI Exposes Sensitive Data
Discover the critical vulnerability in Microsoft Power BI that exposes sensitive data to unauthorized users. Learn why prompt action is crucial to mitigate this security threat and protect your organization’s data. Stay informed about cybersecurity threats and take proactive steps to enhance your data security.
Windows 11 24H2 Update Removes WordPad, Users Seek Restoration
Learn how to restore WordPad in Windows 11 24H2 after its deprecation. Find out where to locate the necessary app files and how to enable WordPad for text editing. Despite its removal, users can still use WordPad as a local solution, but are encouraged to consider alternative text editors for long-term needs. Discover the future of document management in Windows as Microsoft modernizes its software ecosystem.
Adobe Premiere Pro, Illustrator, InDesign, and After Effects to Get Native ARM64 Versions for Qualcomm Snapdragon Laptops
Microsoft confirms native ARM64 versions of Adobe Premiere Pro, Illustrator, InDesign, and After Effects for Qualcomm Snapdragon laptops, enhancing Windows on Arm PCs for creators. Adobe plans to release Arm-native versions of key software in 2024, streamlining user experience on devices like Surface Pro 11 and Surface Laptop 7. Transition to native Arm versions represents a major step forward in optimizing performance and efficiency for creators on Windows on Arm PCs.
Microsoft Issues Refunds for Redfall Game Following Studio Closure
Microsoft issues refunds for Redfall game after closure of developer Arkane Austin, following the shutdown of several Bethesda studios. The move aims to address player concerns and maintain customer satisfaction amidst industry challenges.
Microsoft’s ‘iPhone Moment’ on the Horizon with AI Advancements
Microsoft is poised for significant growth in the field of AI, with analysts comparing its potential to an ‘iPhone Moment.’ Wedbush raises Microsoft’s price target to $550, citing the increasing adoption of Copilot and Azure. With a focus on AI, Microsoft is positioned to lead in the cloud industry and capitalize on monetization opportunities.
Wedbush Securities Analyst Raises Microsoft Corp Price Target to $550
Wedbush Securities analyst Dan Ives raises Microsoft Corp (MSFT) price target to $550, citing positive AI customer feedback and increasing monetization of Copilot and Azure. Microsoft stock has grown over 29% in the last year. Learn more about Microsoft’s AI and cloud computing advancements and potential investment options.
Microsoft Edge 126 Launches with AI Theme Generator and Security Enhancements
Microsoft has launched Edge 126 in the Stable Channel, featuring an AI theme generator, security setting controls, and Copilot summarization notification. Admins can manage the AI theme generator with the AIGenThemesEnabled policy, while the security settings enhance browser security. The release also includes new policies and updates for a better browsing experience.
Microsoft Introduces Quick Share Feature in Windows 11 Preview Build
Microsoft has introduced a new Quick Share feature in Windows 11 Preview Build 22635.3785, allowing users to easily share files between PCs and Android devices. The ‘My Phone’ icon simplifies wireless file transfers, requiring both devices to be paired and specific apps to be installed. This feature, currently available to Insider Program users, hints at a broader rollout in the future, alongside other enhancements like jump lists and Windows Spotlight improvements.
Anticipation Grows for GPT-5 as AI Models Continue to Advance
Excitement builds as the AI community anticipates the arrival of GPT-5, with industry experts like Eric Schmidt and Kevin Scott predicting significant advancements in AI capabilities. Leopold Aschenbrenner’s thought-provoking post on the future of AI models sparks both excitement and skepticism, pointing towards a potential milestone in 2027 where AI models could perform the work of researchers and engineers. The consensus among experts is that scaling AI models through increased computing power and data inputs is crucial for unlocking their full potential, with the evolution from GPT-2 to GPT-4 setting the stage for the highly anticipated GPT-5.
Microsoft Addresses Dangerous DNSSEC Flaws
Microsoft recently addressed a dangerous DNSSEC zero-day flaw, CVE-2023-50868, affecting a third-party DNSSEC mechanism called NSEC3. The delay in releasing a fix raised questions about Microsoft’s response time. Researchers also discovered another serious DNSSEC flaw, ‘KeyTrap’ (CVE-2023-50387), capable of impacting up to 31% of all DNS servers. Both vulnerabilities allow attackers to overload DNS resolvers’ CPU cycles, leading to unresponsiveness and facilitating DNS cache poisoning.