Microsoft’s June Patches Unleash a Cascade of Critical Failures / WinBuzzer
Wednesday, June 18, 2025, 8:20 am permalink
Microsoft’s June Patch Tuesday updates have unexpectedly caused a cascade of issues, notably breaking DHCP functionality on Windows Servers. This unforeseen patch-induced mayhem has left system administrators scrambling for fixes, highlighting the sometimes farcical side of pushing urgent updates at scale.
permalink / 2 stories from sources in 2 hrs #enterprise #infosec #windows #microsoft
Tuesday, June 17, 2025, 2:20 pm permalink
Microsoft has joined forces with AMD to develop high-performance custom processors for its next-generation Xbox consoles. Multiple announcements highlight a strategic push for enhanced gaming performance, backward compatibility, and integrated hardware innovations that promise to shake up the console market.
Bluesky: @carlivelocci.com, @jaypeters.net, @tomwarren.co.uk
permalink / 11 stories from sources in 20 hrs #gaming #microsoft #amd #xbox
Tuesday, June 17, 2025, 9:21 am permalink
An industry watchdog has lashed out at Microsoft’s Copilot advertisements, decrying overstated productivity benefits, security oversights, and confusing branding. The criticism raises serious questions about the transparency and reliability of next‐gen AI tools in the workplace.
Bluesky: @tomwarren.co.uk
permalink / 2 stories from sources in 25 hrs #ai #microsoft #aiethics #scam
OpenAI contemplates antitrust review of Microsoft’s partnership terms / Tech Monitor
Tuesday, June 17, 2025, 6:20 am permalink
OpenAI is reexamining its longstanding collaboration with Microsoft amid growing internal debates and regulatory pressures. The company’s move hints at mounting friction over autonomy in AI development, potentially reshaping the future of its commercial relationship with its major backer.
permalink / 9 stories from sources in 28 hrs #microsoft #antitrust #openai #business
OpenAI and Microsoft Tensions Are Reaching a Boiling Point / WSJ
Monday, June 16, 2025, 6:20 pm permalink
Recent reports reveal that cracks in the partnership between OpenAI and Microsoft are deepening, sparking concerns over the future of their collaborative initiatives. Internal disagreements and strategic misalignments are reportedly fueling the growing friction, threatening to reshape the tech giants’ long-standing alliance.
permalink / 3 stories from sources in 40 hrs #ai #microsoft #openai #business
Microsoft’s Windows Recall Feature Gets Export Tool in the EU Amid Ongoing Privacy Concerns / WinBuzzer
Monday, June 16, 2025, 10:21 am permalink
Microsoft has enhanced its Windows Recall feature for European users by introducing an export tool that enables full data resets and enforces storage limits. This update addresses ongoing privacy concerns while ensuring compliance with local regulations and boosting user confidence in data management practices.
permalink / 2 stories from sources in 2 days #windows #microsoft #europe
I'm all for Apple's Liquid Glass makeover - but with 3 changes, please / Pocket Lint
Saturday, June 14, 2025, 1:20 pm permalink
Apple’s recently unveiled Liquid Glass interface at WWDC has drawn both applause and snark. While some praise the sleek UI overhaul, rivals—Microsoft notably among them—wittily compare it to a retro Windows Vista design, underscoring the tech world’s ever-present passion (and penchant for a well-timed jab) over design changes.
permalink / 4 stories from sources in 3 days #apple #microsoft #technology #ux
Danish government agency to ditch Microsoft software in push for digital independence / The Record
Friday, June 13, 2025, 10:21 am permalink
In a bold move toward digital sovereignty, Denmark’s digital affairs ministry is dumping Microsoft software in favor of open-source alternatives like LibreOffice. This decisive switch highlights the country’s commitment to cutting tech dependency and embracing digital independence—even if it means waving goodbye to a longstanding industry giant.
permalink / 2 stories from sources in 5 days #opensource #microsoft #government #europe
Microsoft's Copilot Vision AI helper is now available on Windows in the US / Engadget
Thursday, June 12, 2025, 12:21 pm permalink
Microsoft today introduced its Copilot Vision update, making its AI assistant live on Windows 10 and 11 in the United States. The new feature enables the assistant to “see” multiple apps simultaneously, offering real-time insights and improved multitasking. In an era where even your computer might have a vision problem, Microsoft insists it’s all for your productivity.
permalink / 3 stories from sources in 5 days #ai #computervision #windows #microsoft
Thursday, June 12, 2025, 11:21 am permalink
A large-scale cyberattack leveraging a pentesting tool has hit over 80,000 Microsoft Entra ID accounts. Experts warn that this password-spraying campaign underscores emerging vulnerabilities in enterprise security, urging immediate enhancements to authentication protocols and increased vigilance among organizations.
Bluesky: @bleepingcomputer.com
permalink / 2 stories from sources in 5 days #cybersecurity #infosec #cloudsec #microsoft