Microsoft has announced that it will integrate AI-driven Office features into its Microsoft 365 Personal and Family subscriptions, along with a corresponding price increase. Previously, users wishing to access Copilot in Office applications like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint had to pay an additional monthly fee of $20 for the Copilot Pro subscription; now this AI feature will be included at a price of $3 per month.

Since Microsoft first launched the C o p i l o t Plus laptop based on Arm architecture in June, there has been anticipation about whether the features of C o p i l o t Plus could be applied to desktop computers. Six months later, the upcoming mini PC from Microsoft will bring AI capabilities to Windows 11, such as smart reminders, click-to-do lists, and AI image generation and editing. These mini PCs are expected to help Microsoft compete with Apple's latest Mac.

The OpenCompass team from Shanghai Artificial Intelligence Laboratory and ModelScope have jointly launched an upgrade for the large model evaluation platform CompassArena. This upgrade aims to provide users with a more scientific and comprehensive model evaluation experience. Since its launch, the platform has attracted a large number of community users to participate and contribute data. Based on this data, CompassArena continues to optimize, and this upgrade includes the new Judge Copilot feature and improvements to the ranking algorithm.

Microsoft has recently made significant progress in the field of enterprise AI intelligences, establishing the world's largest enterprise AI intelligent ecosystem. Since the launch of Copilot Studio, over 100,000 organizations have participated in the creation and editing of AI intelligences. This milestone signifies Microsoft's leading position in the enterprise technology sector. Microsoft executive Charles Lamanna stated that the growth rate exceeded expectations, being faster than the adoption rate of any cutting-edge technology previously released by the company.

Tencent announced today that its newly developed AI Smart Workspace ima.copilot (abbreviated as ima) is officially open to users in its Windows version. This product not only offers search capabilities but also answers user questions, creates text, and generates images, showcasing Tencent's in-depth exploration and technological strength in the field of artificial intelligence.

Recently, Microsoft announced that its email client Outlook will introduce a new feature called 'Copilot Themes,' which is an AI-driven theme customization option aimed at providing users with a more personalized visual experience. This feature requires support from Copilot Pro or enterprise licenses, allowing users to add a unique look to Outlook. This AI-driven theme feature will be available on Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android.

GitHub recently announced an important update for developers using Mac. The first preview of GitHub Copilot has been released, allowing developers to try this AI-based feature to improve their workflow. GitHub Copilot is an AI coding assistant that helps developers write code faster through suggestions and requests tailored to specific commands. GitHub Copilot is now available for

Tencent has recently launched a smart workbench product called ima.copilot (shortened to ima), which is powered by Tencent's Hunyuan large model technology. This product aims to provide users with a new experience in searching, reading, and writing through its thinking knowledge base. The core features of ima.copilot include knowledge acquisition, the creation of a personalized knowledge base, and intelligent writing assistance.

Microsoft recently launched its latest product - an autonomous AI agent, also known as 'Virtual Employees', at an event in London. These AI workers can independently handle customer inquiries and identify sales leads, which means companies can operate more efficiently. Notably, Microsoft offers not only ten ready-made AI robots but also allows clients to customize AI agents based on their needs, bringing new opportunities to various industries. Image source note: The image is generated by AI, and image rights are provided by Midjourney.

Microsoft is conducting 'AI Tour' events in 60 cities worldwide. These one-day events aim to bridge the gap, allowing business professionals interested in AI to engage directly with Microsoft engineers and sales teams to discuss how to create 'AI-first' enterprises and the potential applications of its core technology, Copilot.

Recently, Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff discussed the state of artificial intelligence (AI) in a podcast, expressing his excitement about the technology while also voicing concerns about its overhype. He pointed out that while everyone is talking about the potential of AI, significant breakthroughs such as curing cancer or addressing climate change have not been realized in reality. Benioff specifically mentioned that Microsoft's promotion in this area has gone too far, leading to some...

At an event in San Francisco, AMD CEO Lisa Su launched a new line of AI-integrated chips across the Ryzen, Instinct, and Epyc brands, energizing the next generation of AI computing for everyone from business users to data centers. During the event, AMD indirectly mentioned competitors like Nvidia and Intel, emphasizing its commitment to providing open and accessible technology, aiming to avoid locking customers into proprietary solutions. Su stated that AI will enhance our personal productivity, with features like real-time translation improving collaboration.

Recently, OpenAI released the next generation of the o1 model, now available on Cursor. These o1 models excel at handling complex and intricate reasoning tasks, exciting many developers. Notably, the o1-mini model is designed specifically for advanced programming, becoming a favorite among developers. Initially, Cursor will adopt a usage-based pricing model, and as usage increases, it plans to gradually adjust the pricing structure and optimize model usage limits.

In Q2 2024, global AI PC shipments reached 8.8 million units, accounting for 14% of total PC shipments, showcasing rapid market growth. AI PCs include desktops and laptops equipped with advanced chipsets, such as NPUs. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X series chips and Copilot+PC signify a new stage in AI PC development. It is expected that shipments will significantly increase in the second half of the year, with total shipments for 2024 projected to reach 44 million units, and it is anticipated to exceed 100 million units by 2025. Apple leads the AI PC market with its Mac products.

Microsoft plans to launch the controversial Recall AI feature for Windows Insiders in October, originally scheduled for release in June alongside Copilot Plus PC, but delayed due to security issues. The Recall feature allows users to screenshot content on their computers, making it easier to search and review history, and includes a timeline functionality. Although Microsoft claims the feature is secure and private, security personnel discovered that the database was not encrypted, raising privacy concerns. In response to these risks, Microsoft will implement measures requiring users to choose to enable Recall.