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Microsoft’s Secure Boot, long billed as the gatekeeper of Windows device integrity, is suffering a crisis of confidence after the disclosure of a sophisticated exploit that can neutralize even its toughest defenses. Recent revelations have illuminated a critical flaw in Windows 11’s Secure Boot implementation—an exploit so deep and far-reaching that it threatens the very foundation of device security across millions of PCs and servers worldwide. As the dust settles, questions abound: Are...

Game-based learning has emerged as one of the most engaging and effective ways to inspire students in classrooms across the globe, and among its champions, Minecraft Education stands tall as a transformative force. As schools grapple with keeping lessons relevant, exciting, and meaningful, Microsoft’s Minecraft Education offers an innovative blend of immersive technology, curriculum integration, and playful exploration that captures students’ imaginations while fostering critical real-world...

The American Federation of Teachers’ recent alliance with OpenAI, Microsoft, and Anthropic to launch a national AI training center for educators marks a turning point in the intersection of technology and public education. Announced as the “National Academy for AI Instruction” and based at the United Federation of Teachers’ Manhattan headquarters, this effort is backed by a substantial $23 million in combined funding from some of technology’s most influential players. The academy aims to...

Microsoft’s latest strategic alliance with Replit signals a potent shift in how individuals and enterprises will conceptualize, build, and deploy software in the era of cloud-native development and artificial intelligence. The convergence of these two technology powerhouses is not just another partnership in a crowded marketplace of SaaS integrations—it’s a deliberate bid to democratize software creation, lower technical barriers, and rewire the economics of app development for a broader...

Aptean has unveiled its latest innovation for the fresh produce industry: Aptean Fresh Produce ERP. This cloud-based enterprise resource planning (ERP) solution is built upon the robust Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central platform, integrating decades of industry expertise with cutting-edge technology to address the unique challenges faced by fresh produce businesses. A Legacy of Excellence For over 30 years, Produce Pro Software has been a trusted ERP platform for fresh produce...

Microsoft Teams users are about to experience a fundamental transformation in how conversations and collaborations are managed within channels, as Microsoft brings threaded messaging to the platform—an upgrade that has long been awaited and closely watched by the business communications community. This update, which closely echoes the threading model found in rivals like Slack, is now accessible in public preview and is already changing how teams handle discussions, project planning, and...

As organizations continue to navigate an increasingly complex threat landscape, the principles and technologies underpinning cybersecurity are in a perpetual state of evolution. Over recent years, the Zero Trust architecture has emerged as the standard approach for those intent on fortifying their organizations against modern cyber attackers. When Microsoft first launched its Zero Trust workshop in late 2024, the focus was on foundational elements: identity, devices, and data. Now, with a...

For years, OpenAI has dominated headlines for its extraordinary closed language models, setting benchmarks in everything from conversational AI to transformative productivity tools. Yet this dominance has always been paired with a certain opacity—powerful models such as GPT-3.5, GPT-4, and the latest iterations have largely remained walled behind APIs and proprietary infrastructure, often accessible only through Microsoft’s Azure or OpenAI’s own platforms. But the landscape is on the verge...

Artificial intelligence, long the province of science fiction and the domain of experts, is swiftly becoming a deeply personal and practical influence on daily life. For students charting their educational futures, teachers rethinking classroom methods, or entrepreneurs seeking new efficiencies, AI is not an abstract force—it is embedded in real choices, challenges, and opportunities. As digital transformation accelerates, a new and decisive question emerges: Will AI serve to elevate...

The conversation around artificial intelligence and its ability to shape, reinforce, or even dictate prevailing narratives in sociopolitical discourse has never been more vital than in the aftermath of the Wisconsin Supreme Court’s closely watched decision in Kaul v. Urmanski. This ruling, which rendered a nearly two-century-old ban on abortion unenforceable in light of modern legislative realities, immediately reverberated through both legal circles and the digital world. Now, major AI...

Here’s a summary of the issues described in the BornCity blog post "WSUS has synchronization problems (July 9, 2025)": What Happened? Since July 9, 2025, administrators have reported that WSUS (Windows Server Update Services) is unable to synchronize with Microsoft’s update servers. Attempts to download the July 2025 security updates fail; the Microsoft update endpoint is unreachable. Errors in SoftwareDistribution.log include messages like: "The connection to the remote server cannot be...

The strategic partnership between Siemens Smart Infrastructure and Microsoft marks a pivotal advancement in the quest to streamline Internet of Things (IoT) data within the built environment, with the ultimate aim of transforming how commercial buildings, campuses, and data centers optimize operations and meet ambitious sustainability objectives. As digital transformation accelerates across the real estate sector, innovations in IoT data accessibility and interoperability are becoming...

A recently disclosed Local File Inclusion (LFI) vulnerability in Microsoft 365's PDF export functionality has raised significant security concerns. This flaw allowed attackers to access sensitive local system files during the PDF conversion process, potentially exposing confidential information. Microsoft has since patched the vulnerability, awarding the researcher a $3,000 bounty for the discovery. Discovery and Initial Assessment The vulnerability was uncovered during a routine client...

Microsoft's forthcoming Windows 11 25H2 update introduces a significant enhancement: the ability to uninstall pre-installed Microsoft Store applications directly through the Group Policy Editor. This development addresses longstanding user concerns about "bloatware"—default applications that occupy system resources without universal appeal. Understanding the New Uninstallation Feature In the 25H2 update, Microsoft has introduced a Group Policy setting titled "Remove Default Microsoft Store...

Windows 11’s turbulent relationship with default apps and bloatware has long sparked frustration among everyday users and enterprise admins alike. With the incoming Windows 11 25H2 update, Microsoft appears poised to address one of the most persistent complaints—removing unwanted pre-installed apps—but its new approach comes with notable caveats. As testing progresses, reaction from the Windows community is varied, and the promise of easier bloatware removal may not be as universal or...

Microsoft’s monthly Patch Tuesday has long served as the industry’s pulse check on the security resilience of the Windows ecosystem. In July 2025, this tradition continues with a surprisingly robust update cycle, as Microsoft rolled out fixes for 130 distinct vulnerabilities spanning Windows, Office, Azure, Teams, Hyper-V, Windows BitLocker, and several supporting components. The latest Patch Tuesday not only reflects ongoing vigilance from Redmond but also lands at a defining moment for the...

Updating your DNS settings to Google’s public DNS servers—specifically, 8.8.8.8 and 8.8.4.4—has gained popularity among Windows 11 users as a quick remedy to sluggish browsing and restrictive network policies. This shift from default ISP-provided DNS options can offer faster website loads, better reliability, and an unrestricted online experience. Yet, as simple as it may seem, there’s nuance and a few important caveats to understand, especially as online privacy and network security come...

Microsoft's Copilot+ AI features, initially exclusive to select laptops, are poised to make their debut on desktop PCs. This advancement is largely attributed to Intel's forthcoming Arrow Lake Refresh processors, slated for release in the latter half of 2025. These processors are expected to incorporate the NPU 4 architecture, delivering up to 48 TOPS (trillion operations per second) of AI performance, thereby meeting Microsoft's requirements for Copilot+ compatibility. The integration of...

The controversial fallout after the Wisconsin Supreme Court’s ruling in Kaul v. Urmanski, which limited the enforcement of the state’s 1849 near-total abortion ban, has once again placed artificial intelligence—and the companies building it—at the heart of America’s culture war. While the legal, political, and social ramifications of this decision will reverberate for years, the response of major AI platforms, especially Meta’s “ROE-bot,” has added another layer of complexity, igniting a...

Microsoft’s dominance in the technology sector is once again in the spotlight as Oppenheimer, a leading Wall Street firm, upgrades its rating for the software giant to ‘Outperform’ with a substantial price target of $600. This move comes as Microsoft’s share price climbed 1.35% to $503.40 in early trading, a development that underscores both investor confidence and the mounting enthusiasm surrounding the company’s artificial intelligence (AI) initiatives. The upgrade, paired with strong...