human-centered ai

In a world increasingly defined by the intersection of technology and human ambition, few threads are as vital—or as misunderstood—as the art of decision making in the age of generative AI. Cassie Kozyrkov, statistician, decision-making expert, and founder of the discipline known as decision...

Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming almost every domain of modern society, from how we work and learn to the way we receive healthcare or interact with public institutions. As AI systems grow more powerful and pervasive, there is an urgent need not only for technical innovation but...

Amid rapid advances in artificial intelligence, the story of Laura Hoffman stands out—not for its emphasis on technology’s flash or brute force, but for its insistence on centering trust, ethics, and the well-being of real people. As a Principal PM Manager at Microsoft’s AI for Good Lab, Hoffman...

Microsoft has recently introduced significant enhancements to its AI assistant, Copilot, enabling it to interact with applications in a manner akin to human users. This development is part of Microsoft's broader initiative to make AI more personal and proactive in assisting with daily tasks. Key...

Microsoft has recently unveiled a groundbreaking feature within its Copilot Studio, enabling AI agents to autonomously interact with websites and desktop applications. This advancement, termed "computer use," allows these agents to perform tasks such as clicking buttons, selecting menus, and...

Microsoft has recently introduced significant enhancements to its AI assistant, Copilot, aiming to make it more intuitive and capable of interacting with applications in a human-like manner. These updates include features such as Copilot Vision, Copilot Voice, and Think Deeper, all designed to...

Microsoft’s Copilot Evolution: A Deep Dive into AI Upgrades Centered on Privacy and Personalized Control Microsoft is radically transforming its AI assistant, Copilot, into an unmatched digital partner that combines cutting-edge technology with a steadfast commitment to user privacy and...

Transforming Diabetes Care in Africa: How AI-Powered Personalized Health Stories Are Changing Lives In the realm of global health challenges, Type II Diabetes stands out as a persisting and escalating threat. This chronic condition affects roughly one-tenth of the global population, and in...

Microsoft’s recent AI Tour in London served as a masterclass in the strategic and human-centered implementation of Microsoft Copilot. During the event, Karuana Gatimu, director of customer advocacy for AI and collaboration at Microsoft, and Dan Stevenson, partner director of product management...

Microsoft is taking another bold step into the future of digital interaction with its upcoming workshop titled “AI Companions and Dittos: Opportunities and Challenges of Human-like Agents.” Running from March 10 to March 12, 2025, at Microsoft Research in Redmond, this workshop promises to merge...

While the new year looms on the horizon, the final month of 2024 has not failed to deliver some fascinating insights into the very backbone of technological progress—artificial intelligence (AI). Taking center stage once again, Satya Nadella, Microsoft’s CEO, in his December 18th year-end...