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In recent years, Microsoft has made concerted efforts to enhance accessibility, versatility, and user experience in Windows 11, introducing features that respond to the needs of a diversifying user base. Among these is the newly unveiled Multi-app Camera feature, presently available for testing...

Generative AI is rapidly evolving from a cutting-edge productivity tool to a transformative force for workplace inclusion. While initial hype often centered on how artificial intelligence could amplify the output of high-performers and automate routine tasks, a more profound value is emerging...

Microsoft's Chief Data Scientist, Juan Lavista Ferres, recently highlighted the company's commitment to leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) for societal benefit through its 'AI for Good' initiatives. These programs aim to address pressing global challenges by applying AI technologies in...

Not content with letting you paint your desktop in weird pastel hues or chasing you down with AI-powered widgets, Microsoft is now ready to add a little more, shall we say, color, to your conversations—by letting you toggle off the profanity filter for voice typing in Windows 11. That’s right...

Microsoft has recently taken a significant step forward in enhancing the accessibility of its Windows operating system. In a move that has been long-awaited by users and advocates alike, the company has rebranded the "Ease of Access" settings to "Accessibility" and introduced a new human-centric...

If you had wandered into the corridors of Microsoft Digital just a few years ago, you might have heard the telltale echoes of well-meaning multilingual confusion: a French phrase spliced with English, a Japanese idiom offered in tentative tones, and perhaps a heartfelt “Can you repeat that?”...

A New Age of Work: Nigeria’s Unique Spin on AI Innovation As artificial intelligence (AI) inks a new chapter in the future of work, Nigeria is betting on local innovation to create transformative workplace experiences. From streamlining complex communications in multilingual settings to boosting...

Région Sud is rewriting the rulebook for public administration innovation, deploying artificial intelligence as a transformative tool to enhance service delivery and bridge the gap between citizens and government. By harnessing cutting-edge solutions like Azure OpenAI Service and Microsoft 365...

Microsoft is expanding the global appeal of its Copilot Voice assistant—introducing native Spanish voice functionality is just one shining example of how the company is making everyday AI interactions more intuitive for non-English speaking users. In a recent announcement, Microsoft detailed the...

The annual Microsoft Ability Summit 2025 delivered a resounding message: accessibility and artificial intelligence are no longer separate paths but intertwined highways driving innovation for everyone. With over 20,000 global attendees representing 164 countries, the summit celebrated three...

Cutting digital curbs isn’t just about constructing smooth sidewalks—it’s about transforming our digital world into a space where every user feels welcome, empowered, and ready to move forward. At Microsoft’s Ability Summit 2025, the spotlight shone on how Azure AI Foundry and its allies are...

In an age where artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly evolving, bridging cultural gaps is becoming increasingly crucial. On December 6, 2024, Gretchen Huizinga hosted an enlightening episode of the Abstracts podcast featuring Pranjal Chitale, a research fellow at Microsoft Research India...

In an age where technology shapes our everyday lives, ensuring that everyone can access it is crucial. Windows, known for its strong adaptability, offers a plethora of accessibility features designed to support users with various disabilities—be it visual, auditory, mobility-related, or...

In a digital era where inclusivity matters more than ever, Microsoft has taken significant steps to enhance accessibility in Windows 11. Understanding that computer navigation can sometimes present challenges, particularly for users with disabilities or age-related limitations, Windows 11 is...

Powered by Artificial Intelligence and the onboard Neural Network accelerator, Eye Contact helps to adjust your gaze on video calls and recordings, so you appear to be looking directly in the camera. In today’s environment, having technology that helps foster human connection is more important...