At its Build developer conference, Microsoft introduced MAI-Code-1, its first AI model designed to generate source code from text prompts, aiming to compete with OpenAI, Anthropic, and Google in the AI coding market. This move allows Microsoft to leverage its Azure cloud infrastructure to offer more cost-efficient AI services without relying on third parties. Alongside MAI-Code-1, Microsoft also unveiled MAI-Thinking, a reasoning model focused on efficiency and low operational costs. These developments mark Microsoft's shift from primarily providing AI infrastructure and investments to actively developing proprietary AI models as competitors like OpenAI and Anthropic prepare for public offerings.
Microsoft has introduced Scout, a new AI assistant integrated into Microsoft 365, based on the OpenClaw framework. Scout is designed to be an always-on, adaptive assistant that learns user preferences and automates tasks like calendar management and ...
Microsoft introduced the Agent Control Specification (ACS), an open-source standard designed to help developers set clear policies for AI agents. ACS allows defining what AI agents can or cannot do, when human approval is needed, and what actions mus...
Microsoft and Apple are leveraging their upcoming developer conferences to embed AI and payment features directly into their platforms, aiming to reduce reliance on third-party apps. Microsoft is focusing on integrating AI tools into Windows and leve...
In the first half of 2026, smart beta strategies showed mixed results, with momentum and low-volatility funds lagging, while dividend growth funds struggled due to rising yields. However, funds emphasizing companies with strong free cash flow and hig...
The European Union is set to propose tighter regulations for cloud computing services in major state tenders, aiming to reduce reliance on U.S. tech giants like Amazon, Microsoft, and Google. This move is part of the EU's Cloud and AI Development Act...
