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In the news | Microsoft Security Response Center Blog

In 2020, MSRC awarded two Identity Project Research Grants to support external researchers working to further strengthen the security of identity protocols and systems. Today we are pleased to release the results of the first of these projects. This research, led by…

In the news | Neowin

Many organizations, both big and small, utilize the cloud for their data-related needs in storage and AI solutions. In order to secure the privacy and security of sensitive data, it is essential to use confidential computing. For those unaware, this…

In the news | OnMSFT

As part of Microsoft’s ongoing commitment to providing a confidential cloud — where hardware and software can give data owners control over how their data is shared and used — there’s a new announcement relating to Nvidia.

In the news | WinBuzzer

Cloud data is becoming a default way for millions of organizations – with multi-nationals or SMBs – to store information. AI is increasingly driving cloud storage solutions, but as always, the specter of cybersecurity threats looms large. Confidential computing by…

In the news | Ahmedabad Mirror

Tech giant Microsoft has developed a novel Artificial Intelligence-based technology that helps blind children and young people better understand their immediate social environment, interact with peers and gain confidence more easily.

A young boy wearing the PeopleLens sits on the floor of a playroom holding a blind tennis ball in his hands. His attention is directed toward a woman sitting on the floor in front of him holding her hands out. The PeopleLens looks like small goggles that sit on the forehead. The image is marked with visual annotations to indicate what the PeopleLens is seeing and what sounds are being heard.
Microsoft Research Blog

| Cecily Morrison, Katherine Jones, Martin Grayson, and Ed Cutrell

For children born blind, social interaction can be particularly challenging. A child may have difficulty aiming their voice at the person they’re talking to and put their head on their desk instead. Linguistically advanced young people may struggle with maintaining…

In the news | WinBuzzer

Microsoft Research has published a blog discussing a new project known as PeopleLens. This is a new artificial intelligence (AI) model that helps young people who are blind and those around them communicate more efficiently.

In the news | PR Newswire

Sony Electronics Inc. today announced a new way to enjoy favorite music, content, and experiences – all at once – with the innovative truly wireless LinkBuds headphones. By leveraging LinkBuds’ unique design, sensors, and spatial sound technologies, Sony will create…

In the news | The Lancet

Many advances in artificial intelligence (AI) for health care using deep neural networks have been commercialised. But few AI tools have been implemented in health systems. Why has this chasm occurred? Transparency, suitability, and adaptability are key reasons. The deployment…