Microsoft faces reality check on AI ambitions as Copilot and Foundry struggle to meet goals

A coalition of state attorneys general has issued a warning to major tech companies, including Meta, Microsoft, Google, and Apple, regarding the potential legal implications of their chatbots producing what they describe as 'delusional outputs.' This letter emphasizes concerns that such outputs may violate state laws, highlighting the need for accountability in AI technologies.

State attorneys general have issued a warning to major AI companies, including Microsoft, OpenAI, and Google, demanding the implementation of new safeguards to prevent harmful psychological impacts from their AI outputs, which have been described as 'delusional.'

A developer known as Zoicware has released an updated PowerShell script named RemoveWindowsAI, designed to eliminate all AI features from Windows 11. This open-source tool aims to provide users with a deeper level of removal compared to existing methods, reflecting a growing resistance against the integration of AI in operating systems.

Major tech companies, including Microsoft, Amazon, and Google, are making significant investments in artificial intelligence (AI) in India, signaling a potential breakthrough moment for the country's tech landscape. Microsoft has pledged $17.5 billion for AI and cloud computing, while Amazon plans to invest $35 billion in AI initiatives, highlighting the growing importance of India in the global AI market.

Microsoft has previewed a new tool in VS Code Insiders that leverages GitHub Copilot to modernize JavaScript and TypeScript applications by upgrading npm dependencies and addressing breaking changes. This initiative aims to enhance the development experience for programmers using these languages.

Microsoft has announced a significant investment of $5.4 billion aimed at enhancing artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud infrastructure in Canada. This initiative will also focus on improving cybersecurity measures and providing training for workers in the AI sector.

Azure DevOps Server has reached general availability, marking Microsoft’s launch of a self-hosted DevOps platform that includes ongoing updates and Git-first enhancements. This release is aimed at providing organizations with a robust tool for managing software development and delivery processes.

President Trump has granted Nvidia permission to sell its H200 artificial intelligence chips to approved customers in China, lifting a previous export ban due to national security concerns. This decision includes a 25% surcharge on sales, marking a significant policy shift in U.S.-China tech relations.