OpenAI's Altman Warns of Unequal AI Benefits Distribution, Calls for Early Intervention
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman raises concerns about equitable AI access and its impact on labor markets, proposing solutions like 'compute budgets' while acknowledging potential controversies ahead. His comments come as the company seeks massive funding and maintains its Microsoft partnership amid rapid AI advancement.
Tech Giants Commit $320 Billion to AI Race in 2025
Meta, Amazon, Alphabet, and Microsoft plan unprecedented AI investments totaling $320 billion in 2025, with Amazon leading at $100 billion. The massive spending surge aims to strengthen cloud services and AI capabilities amid growing competition, despite market skepticism and supply constraints.
Windows 11 Enhances iPhone Integration with New Start Menu Features
Microsoft brings iPhone integration to Windows 11's Start menu, offering direct access to phone status, contacts, and file transfers. The update narrows the feature gap between iPhone and Android users, though it's currently limited to Windows Insider builds.
Oracle and Microsoft Eye Global TikTok Acquisition Amid National Security Concerns
Software giants Oracle and Microsoft are in talks to acquire TikTok's global operations while allowing ByteDance to retain a minority stake. The White House-brokered deal aims to address national security concerns through American majority ownership and Oracle's oversight of TikTok's core operations.
Microsoft's 365 Copilot Launch Faces Backlash Over Forced AI and Price Hikes
Microsoft's rollout of 365 Copilot has sparked widespread criticism due to unexpected 30% price increases and mandatory AI features. Users worldwide are protesting the lack of transparency, technical issues, and limited opt-out options in this major productivity suite overhaul.
Linux Kernel Update Adds Support for Microsoft Copilot Key and Gaming Controllers
Linux kernel 6.14 introduces native support for the dedicated Microsoft Copilot key found on modern Windows laptops, alongside expanded game controller compatibility. The update properly maps the F23 key for AI assistant functionality while adding support for multiple new gaming peripherals.
Gaming Pioneer: Doom Successfully Ported to Microsoft Word Document
Software engineer creates a groundbreaking port of the classic Doom game that runs entirely within a Microsoft Word document. The 6.6MB standalone file maintains faithful graphics and smooth gameplay, though lacking sound, showcasing the versatility of both Word's macro system and Doom's engine.
Microsoft Mandates Copilot AI in Office Apps with Price Hike
Microsoft announces first price increase in 12 years for Microsoft 365 subscriptions, bundling mandatory Copilot AI features across Office applications. The $3 monthly increase affects 84 million consumers, though temporary opt-out options are available through limited 'Classic' plans.
Microsoft 365 Price Hike Hits Asia-Pacific Users with Up to 46% Increase
Microsoft announces significant price increases for Microsoft 365 Personal and Family subscriptions across six Asia-Pacific countries, citing AI feature investments. The changes see Australian users facing up to 46% higher costs while other regions remain unaffected for now.
SteamOS: The Rising Threat to Microsoft's Gaming Empire
Valve's SteamOS is emerging as a formidable challenger to Windows' dominance in PC gaming, fueled by Steam Deck's success and growing hardware partnerships. As manufacturers embrace the Linux-based platform, Microsoft faces unprecedented pressure to defend its gaming ecosystem or risk losing market share.