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Fara-7B brings efficient agentic computer use to small models; new tools help computing researchers assess societal impact; Rad-Phi4-Vision-CXR advances multimodal radiology workflows; DocReward improves document structure and style; plus a new TED Talk on AI and critical thinking.
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🎧 ✨ Screen reader users can now receive audio feedback for more than 60 keyboard shortcuts in Word for Windows. https://msft.it/6045tnA67 Audio confirmation helps you format, edit, and navigate documents with confidence. This update not only creates a better experience for those who are blind or have low vision, but also benefits anyone looking to save time, reduce reliance on menus, and boost productivity. By streamlining tasks and enhancing accuracy, Word continues to evolve as a tool that helps everyone work smarter. Read our latest blog by Renata Drucker, Product Manager on the Word team. 🔗 https://msft.it/6045tnA67 #WordForWindows #WordShortcuts #WordAccessibility #MicrosoftWord
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AI has moved fast. At Microsoft Ignite, it became clear how far AI has come. This edition of The Monthly Tech-In pulls back the curtain on what's coming next, from new intelligence layers powering AI agents to the creators pushing the future forward at AFROTECH.
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Accelerating scientific discovery is one of the most important applications of AI and quantum computing, where we can advance progress towards addressing pressing challenges, from developing new sustainable materials to energy alternatives to biosecurity and drug discovery. We commend the Administration’s vision in building a unified and holistic approach to these critical national missions. To ensure America seizes this opportunity and leads in setting the global standard, we must use these breakthrough technologies to advance our nation’s scientific research and development. Microsoft is ready to build upon our collaborations with government and universities, and partner in this mission. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/e_x-vCQj
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SPARROW is a solar‑powered, open‑source system from Microsoft’s AI for Good Lab that advances rainforest protection with real-time insights. With SPARROW, Microsoft is working alongside partners like IDEAM Colombia to turn AI-powered computing into action. Together, we’re accelerating the fight against deforestation and setting new standards for environmental stewardship. Learn more about how we’re advancing sustainability and supporting those on the front lines of conservation. → https://msft.it/6042tn4EG
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Whether you’ve been traveling, taking time off, or managing a full plate, Microsoft 365 helps you bring it all together. By connecting your calendar and to-do lists, it gives you a clear, actionable plan so you can stay organized and move ahead with confidence. Check out the prompt that’s helping me keep organized.
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What keeps a company thriving for more than 100 years? More than 99% of companies never reach 100 years in business. The ones that do share a common trait: innovation. And we’re here to help with that. With Microsoft AI, organizations are transforming operations, unlocking creativity, and accelerating growth while keeping people at the center. That’s how they stay relevant and lead. From Kraft Heinz digitizing decades of expertise with The Cookbook, to Land O'Lakes, Inc. empowering agronomists with Oz, to Wells Fargo scaling productivity with Copilot, and Levi Strauss & Co. accelerating retail innovation, these centennial leaders are redefining what’s possible. Check out how these legacy brands are transforming with Microsoft AI. ➡️ https://aka.ms/AAypyh7
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Across the globe, Microsoft partners are defining what it means to be a Frontier Firm—transforming their organizations with purpose, imagination, and unwavering belief in what comes next. 🌐💙 They're using Microsoft Cloud, Copilot, and agentic AI to empower employees, deepen customer connections, and build for the future. Explore their stories in Nicole Dezen’s #MSIgnite Day 1 blog: https://msft.it/6041tr6FF
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One of many reasons Azure’s high-performance infrastructure is the best for production AI systems: Azure ND GB300 v6 VMs are optimized for advanced reasoning and agentic efficiency at scale. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gj8FZZ3E #MSIgnite #Azure #Nvidia
Check out a special episode of the Scott and Mark Learn To... series prepared for #SnowflakeBUILD: The Art, Discipline, and Pitfalls of Vibe Coding, where we share our experience on how to benefit from the speed of vibe coding, while still applying best practices to deploy production ready software. We also share implications for early career developers. Watch at: https://lnkd.in/gd5jZnfm