Microsoft leans harder into AI, updating Copilot, Bing, and Windows

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October 1, 2024 12:17 PM

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Not content to play second fiddle to its investment, partner, and apparent competitor OpenAI which is holding its second “DevDay” today, Microsoft announced its own series of major AI updates to its Copilot chatbot, Windows 11 operating system, and Bing search engine.

With few exceptions, the updates all leverage AI in an effort to create a more personalized and powerful experience for users, from AI generated search results to AI conversational voice interfaces and AI-powered suggestions for actions to take next.

As Microsoft rolls out these updates, the company says privacy and responsible AI remain central to the company’s vision — following the rapping it took from security experts and users earlier this year after its constantly screenshotting Windows 11 Recall feature was poorly received.

Here’s a rundown of what Microsoft announced today:

Copilot can now talk to you and watch your screen

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