AI Coding Models: Alibaba Expands Qwen2.5-Coder Series Amid Global AI Push
Alibaba Cloud has widened its Qwen2.5-Coder lineup, a series of open-source large language models (LLMs) specifically designed for coding tasks, with new model releases now ranging from 0.5 billion to 32 billion parameters. The new models cater to different developer needs, offering tools for varied tasks like code generation, debugging, and data visualization, general-purpose language […]
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Supermaven Joins Cursor to Compete With GitHub Copilot in AI Code Editing
Anysphere, the tech firm behind the AI-powered coding platform Cursor, has acquired Supermaven, a well-regarded AI coding assistant startup. The acquisition, announced a few days ago, is set to enrich Cursor’s functionality, particularly its Tab AI model, which aids developers by managing complex, context-heavy code with enhanced speed and precision. The acquisition terms were not […]
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Microsoft Power Pages Misconfigurations Expose Millions of User Records
Security gaps within Microsoft’s Power Pages, a platform used for building low-code web portals, have led to multiple data exposures, affecting millions of user records. The issue was brought to light by Aaron Costello, chief of SaaS security research at AppOmni, who discovered the problem during authorized testing in September. His findings emphasize how misconfigured […]
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Did Microsoft’s White House Cybersecurity Offer Create an IT Monopoly?
When Microsoft pledged billions to bolster U.S. cybersecurity during a high-profile White House summit in 2021, it appeared to be a magnanimous response to escalating threats from foreign adversaries. However, a recent ProPublica investigation reveals that this initiative may have been a calculated move to entrench Microsoft’s dominance in federal technology procurement. By offering government […]
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Microsoft’s Key to Efficient AI Search: GraphRAG Dynamic Community Selection
Microsoft Research has rolled out a notable update to its GraphRAG (Graph Retrieval-Augmented Generation) system, featuring dynamic community selection. This new approach aims to refine the handling of complex queries while minimizing computational costs. By changing how data is processed, the update allows for faster and more targeted responses to global, abstract queries. GraphRAG is […]
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DeepL Introduces Voice Translation for Real-Time Conversations
DeepL, known for its precise language translation services, has unveiled DeepL Voice, during an event in Berlin. This step marks a shift from the company’s text-focused roots into the dynamic space of real-time voice translation, an increasingly competitive sector with fast developing, AI-driven communication tools. A Dual Approach for Enhanced Communication DeepL Voice arrives with […]
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Xbox November 2024 Update Brings AI Search, Friend Requests, and Personalization Tools
Microsoft has unveiled a comprehensive November 2024 update for Xbox, enhancing the user experience across its platforms. The update reintroduces a revamped friend request system, incorporates AI-enhanced search capabilities, and extends personalization options, impacting both consoles and the Xbox app on Windows. Revamped Friend Requests and Social Tools A key element of the update is […]
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New Google Gemini-Exp-1114 AI Model Beats OpenAI GPT-4o in Key Benchmark
Google’s latest experimental model, Gemini-Exp-1114, has ascended to the top of the Chatbot Arena leaderboard, surpassing OpenAI’s GPT-4o and signaling a significant shift in the competitive landscape of artificial intelligence. Gemini-Exp-1114 Claims First Place in AI Rankings Developed by Google’s DeepMind division, Gemini-Exp-1114 outperformed competitors in recent evaluations on the Chatbot Arena, a platform that […]
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FTC Targets Microsoft’s Cloud Licensing for Antitrust Concerns
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) appears ready to open a formal investigation into Microsoft, centering on alleged anticompetitive practices tied to its Azure and Office 365 services, reports the Financial Times. The inquiry aims to uncover whether Microsoft has been using its cloud dominance to impose restrictive terms that prevent customers from moving to other […]
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Elon Musk Expands Legal Battle Against OpenAI, Accusing Microsoft of Taking Control
Elon Musk has broadened his legal battle against OpenAI by filing an amended complaint in a California federal court, accusing the AI firm and its key backer, Microsoft, of undermining its original mission to advance artificial intelligence for public benefit. The lawsuit, which also implicates former board members such as LinkedIn co-founder Reid Hoffman and […]
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