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Why is the $180bn games industry shedding thousands of staff?

Despite healthy sales, publishers such as Epic Games and Activision Blizzard are making hundreds of employees redundant – which may radically reshape the industry

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Microsoft launches Copilot internally to boost AI adoption by developers

Microsoft launches Copilot internally to boost AI adoption by developers

Microsoft Copilot is an internal tool launched by Microsoft to facilitate AI adoption among developers, aiming to streamline and simplify the development p...

Microsoft Store now lets you instantly try games without downloading them - and it might mean I finally use it

Microsoft Store now lets you instantly try games without downloading them - and it might mean I finally use it

Microsoft Store introduces Instant Games for Windows, allowing users to play without downloads and offering a quick, casual gaming experience.

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AI Laws Inevitable But 'Not Right For Today', Says UK Government

The UK government have set out their position after EU legislators confirmed this week that their 'AI Act' will be passed as a law by next year.

International Business Times UK

FTC hits Microsoft with federal complaint over game division layoffs

The Federal Trade Commission heads back into battle with Microsoft over its acquisition of Activision Blizzard.

Apple bought a record 32 AI startups in 2023 as it aims to bring Siri upgrades to iPhone, Apple Vision Pro, and more

Apple's newfound focus on AI reportedly saw it buy a record 32 startups related to the technology during 2023.

Copilot gets a big redesign and a new way to edit your AI-generated images

Copilot's homepage now sports a sample carousel and its new editing tool lets you adjust certain parts of generated images.

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I used extensions on Edge for Android for one week, and I don't know how I lived without them

I used extensions on Edge for Android for one week, and I don't know how I lived without them

Microsoft started testing extension support on the mobile version of Edge recently. After one week, it's clear that Microsoft should have supported extensions from the start.

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Poll: Should Microsoft's games be console exclusive to Xbox?

Poll: Should Microsoft's games be console exclusive to Xbox?

Recent rumors and reports have sparked debate about Xbox exclusive games. We want to know what you think the company should add its games to other consoles or maintain Xbox exclusivity.

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Look out, Photoshop: Apple just released a new image-editing AI model

Look out, Photoshop: Apple just released a new image-editing AI model

Apple teamed up with University of California, Santa Barbara researchers to develop a better AI image editor, and the company is releasing the results as open-source software.

Windows 11 is losing Mail and Calendar apps - so you'll have to use Outlook whether you like it or not

Windows 11 is losing Mail and Calendar apps - so you'll have to use Outlook whether you like it or not

Microsoft has set a departure date for the old Mail and Calendar apps so you’ll have no choice but to use Outlook.

Hi Microsoft, please stop using 'harmful designs' and deceptive tactics to give Edge the competitive advantage over other browsers on Windows, says Mozilla

Hi Microsoft, please stop using 'harmful designs' and deceptive tactics to give Edge the competitive advantage over other browsers on Windows, says Mozilla

A new report commissioned by Mozilla discloses that Microsoft uses harmful designs and deceptive tricks to get its Edge browser in front of Windows users, leaving its rivals at a disadvantage.

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Microsoft can't tell you that this is its Super Bowl commercial for Copilot, but I can

Microsoft can't tell you that this is its Super Bowl commercial for Copilot, but I can

Microsoft just posted its ad for the Super Bowl. The commercial focuses on Copilot, the new AI companion from the tech giant.

Windows Central

Microsoft's official PC Cleaner app is now on the Microsoft Store - and makes big promises about speeding up your PC for free

Microsoft's official PC Cleaner app is now on the Microsoft Store - and makes big promises about speeding up your PC for free

Microsoft introduces PC Cleaner, a versatile tool for Windows 10 and 11, offering efficient cleanup, maintenance, and security features.

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The Guardian - UK

Pushing Buttons: What Microsoft’s ‘vision for the future of Xbox’ could look like

In this week’s newsletter: Company head Phil Spencer is planning an update next week on the console – what could he announce?

The end of Windows Hello, or a new biometric dawn? — Microsoft unveils a new facial recognition security system

Boosted Face Check facial recognition tool from Microsoft looks to make sure only verified accounts get access to your systems.

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ChatGPT and DALL-E 3 AI-generated images are now watermarked, though OpenAI admits it's "not a silver bullet to address issues of provenance"

OpenAI adds watermarks to ChatGPT and DALL-E 3, but this may not be enough to solve the issue of AI deepfakes. The change won't affect text or voice generated using AI.

Microsoft in talks to end EU trade body's cloud complaint

Microsoft is engaged in discussions to resolve the cloud computing complaint made by a trade body, potentially putting an end to the antitrust issue.

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Rumours grow about Xbox games porting to PlayStation 5

Rumours suggest Starfield, Hi-Fi Rush and the new Indiana Jones game could all be coming to PS5

International Business Times UK

Meta Vows To Unmask AI-Generated Images Used For Misinformation Ahead Of 2024 Elections

Meta said it is gearing up to label AI-generated content made using third-party tools from Google, OpenAI, Microsoft, Adobe, Midjourney and Shutterstock.

Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 review: a laptop unlike any other

The second-gen Surface Laptop Studio shows Microsoft is still willing to experiment with unique kit – and it sure is special

Xbox’s Gears of War series might be headed to PS5 — here’s why Halo could be next

After talk of Starfield appearing on PlayStation, the latest chat suggests the Gears of War series could be the next IP to cross enemy lines. Could Master Chief’s legendary FPS series be next?

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OPINION: This week's big Xbox drama showcases how little people trust Nadella's Microsoft — a legacy forged in the death of Windows Phone

Commentators and multiplatform game journalists are openly confused about why Xbox fans are freaking out this week. But if they'd been watching Microsoft like most of us have, they'd understand why. Microsoft has a trust problem.

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Your Windows 11 PC just got a more powerful version of Copilot — here's how to access it

Windows 11 PCs can now summon Copilot for Microsoft Desktop directly on the desktop. The service is a more powerful version of Copilot that requires a paid subscription.

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