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Microsoft is enhancing its Copilot Studio platform with AI-driven improvements, introducing deep reasoning capabilities that enable agents to tackle intricate problems through methodical thinking and combining AI flexibility with deterministic business process automation. The company has also unveiled specialized deep reasoning agents for Microsoft 365 Copilot, named Researcher and Analyst, to help users achieve tasks more efficiently. These agents are designed to function like personal data scientists, processing diverse data sources and generating insights through code execution and visualization.
Microsoft's focus includes securing AI and using it to bolster security measures, as demonstrated by the upcoming Microsoft Security Copilot agents and new security features. Microsoft aims to provide an AI-first, end-to-end security platform that helps organizations secure their future, one example being the AI agents designed to autonomously assist with phishing, data security, and identity management. The Security Copilot tool will automate routine tasks, allowing IT and security staff to focus on more complex issues, aiding in defense against cyberattacks.
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- Microsoft Security Blog: Learn about the upcoming availability of Microsoft Security Copilot agents and other new offerings for a more secure AI future.
- www.zdnet.com: Designed for Microsoft's Security Copilot tool, the AI-powered agents will automate basic tasks, freeing IT and security staff to tackle more complex issues.
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Microsoft Research has unveiled BioEmu-1, a deep learning model capable of generating thousands of protein structures per hour on a single GPU. This breakthrough promises to revolutionize protein science, drug discovery, and broader research efforts by providing scientists with an unprecedented glimpse into the various structures each protein can adopt. BioEmu-1 leverages structural changes to understand and predict protein function, offering insights into the dynamic behavior of proteins that traditional methods struggle to capture.
BioEmu-1 combines data from static structural databases, molecular dynamics simulations, and experimental measurements of protein stability, BioEmu-1 offers a new tool to study protein dynamics without overwhelming computational demands. By making BioEmu-1 open-source, Microsoft aims to empower protein scientists to study structural ensembles with greater efficiency compared to classical MD simulations. The technology is featured in Azure AI Foundry Labs.
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- www.microsoft.com: Exploring the structural changes driving protein function with BioEmu-1
- MarkTechPost: Proteins are the essential component behind nearly all biological processes, from catalyzing reactions to transmitting signals within cells.
Alyssa Hughes (2ADAPTIVE LLC dba 2A Consulting)@Microsoft Research
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Microsoft has announced a potential breakthrough in quantum computing with its creation of topological qubits and the unveiling of the Majorana 1 quantum processor. This development aims to redefine quantum computing by utilizing a new state of matter called "topological superconductivity." According to Microsoft, this achievement marks a significant step towards realizing the full potential of quantum computers, with Dr. Chetan Nayak highlighting the advancements and the necessity of quantum computers even amidst the rise of generative AI.
The Majorana 1 processor is designed to potentially house up to a million qubits, which could enable it to tackle complex tasks such as cracking cryptographic codes and accelerating the discovery of new drugs and materials. However, despite the promising claims, the quantum community remains somewhat skeptical. While Microsoft has published research, including a paper in Nature and a roadmap, independent confirmation of the hardware's capabilities is still pending. The peer-reviewed paper only partially supports the claims, and significant hurdles remain before these quantum computers can be fully realized.
Concerns have been raised regarding the validity and interpretation of Microsoft's experiments. The Conversation features an article from Stephan Rachel, a professor of Physics, who discussed the breakthrough. Despite the questions, the news from Microsoft is regarded as hopeful. Microsoft has been developing this new state of matter for nearly two decades.
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- thequantuminsider.com: The Conversation: Microsoft Just Claimed a Quantum Breakthrough. A Quantum Physicist Explains What it Means
- The Quantum Insider: The Conversation: Microsoft Just Claimed a Quantum Breakthrough. A Quantum Physicist Explains What it Means
- Microsoft Research: Microsoft announced the creation of the first topoconductor and first QPU architecture with a topological core.
- Quartz: Microsoft created a new type of matter for its quantum computing chip
- gilkalai.wordpress.com: Majorana Zero Modes and Topological Qubits
- medium.com: Introduction to the Mathematics of Quantum Computing
- news.microsoft.com: Microsoft’s Majorana 1 chip carves new path for quantum computing
- The Quantum Insider: This development aims to accelerate the realization of quantum computers capable of tackling complex industrial-scale problems, showcasing a significant advance in the field of quantum computing.
- www.theguardian.com: Chip is powered by world’s first topoconductor, which can create new state of matter that is not solid, liquid or gas Quantum computers could be built within years rather than decades, according to Microsoft, which has unveiled a breakthrough that it said could pave the way for faster development.
- Combinatorics and more: Majorana Zero Modes and Topological Qubits
- www.producthunt.com: Microsoft Majorana 1
- thequantuminsider.com: Microsoft today introduced Majorana 1, the world’s first quantum chip powered by a new Topological Core architecture that it expects will realize quantum computers capable of solving meaningful, industrial-scale problems in years, not decades.
- The Microsoft Cloud Blog: Microsoft’s Majorana 1 chip carves new path for quantum computing
- thequantuminsider.com: Microsoft’s Majorana Topological Chip — An Advance 17 Years in The Making
- 4 gravitons: Some FAQ for Microsoft’s Majorana 1 Chip
- Talkback Resources: Microsoft claims quantum breakthrough with Majorana 1 computer chip [crypto]
- Talkback Resources: Microsoft's Majorana 1 quantum processing unit using topological qubits has the potential to revolutionize quantum computing, offering increased fault tolerance and scalability for tackling real-world challenges, while also raising cybersecurity concerns.
- The Quantum Insider: Microsoft’s Majorana 1 chip carves new path for quantum computing
- thequantuminsider.com: Microsoft’s Topological Qubit Claim Faces Quantum Community Scrutiny
- The Register: Microsoft shows off novel quantum chip that can scale to 'a million qubits'. So far: Eight
- The Quantum Insider: Microsoft’s Topological Qubit Claim Faces Quantum Community Scrutiny
- PCWorld: After 17 years of research, Microsoft has finally developed the Majorana 1 chip, its first quantum computing processor based on a brand-new material and architecture, reports .
Alyssa Hughes (2ADAPTIVE LLC dba 2A Consulting)@Microsoft Research
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Microsoft has announced two major advancements in both quantum computing and artificial intelligence. The company unveiled Majorana 1, a new chip containing topological qubits, representing a key milestone in its pursuit of stable, scalable quantum computers. This approach uses topological qubits, which are less susceptible to environmental noise, aiming to overcome the long-standing instability issues that have challenged the development of reliable quantum processors. The company says it is on track to build a new kind of quantum computer based on topological qubits.
Microsoft is also introducing Muse, a generative AI model designed for gameplay ideation. Described as a first-of-its-kind World and Human Action Model (WHAM), Muse can generate game visuals and controller actions. The company says it is on track to build a new kind of quantum computer based on topological qubits. Microsoft’s team is developing research insights to support creative uses of generative AI models.
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- blogs.microsoft.com: Microsoft unveils Majorana 1
- Microsoft Research: Introducing Muse: Our first generative AI model designed for gameplay ideation
- www.technologyreview.com: Microsoft announced today that it has made significant progress in its 20-year quest to make topological quantum bits, or qubits—a special approach to building quantum computers that could make them more stable and easier to scale up.
- blogs.microsoft.com: Microsoft unveils Majorana 1
- The Quantum Insider: Microsoft's Majorana topological chip is an advance 17 years in the making.
- Microsoft Research: Microsoft announced the creation of the first topoconductor and first QPU architecture with a topological core. Dr. Chetan Nayak, a technical fellow of Quantum Hardware at the company, discusses how the breakthroughs are redefining the field of quantum computing.
- www.theguardian.com: Chip is powered by world’s first topoconductor, which can create new state of matter that is not solid, liquid or gas Quantum computers could be built within years rather than decades, according to Microsoft, which has unveiled a breakthrough that it said could pave the way for faster development.
- www.microsoft.com: Introducing Muse: Our first generative AI model designed for gameplay ideation
- thequantuminsider.com: Microsoft’s Majorana Topological Chip — An Advance 17 Years in The Making
- www.analyticsvidhya.com: Microsoft’s Majorana 1: Satya Nadella’s Bold Bet on Quantum Computing
- PCMag Middle East ai: Microsoft: Our 'Muse' Generative AI Can Simulate Video Games
- arstechnica.com: Microsoft builds its first qubits lays out roadmap for quantum computing
- WebProNews: Microsoft unveils quantum computing breakthrough with Majorana 1 chip.
- Analytics Vidhya: Microsoft’s Majorana 1: Satya Nadella’s Bold Bet on Quantum Computing
- venturebeat.com: Microsoft’s Muse AI can design video game worlds after watching you play
- THE DECODER: Microsoft's new AI model Muse can generate gameplay and might preserve classic games.
- Source Asia: Microsoft unveiled Majorana 1, the world's first quantum processor powered by topological qubits.
- the-decoder.com: Microsoft's new AI model "Muse" can generate gameplay and might preserve classic games
- Source: A couple reflections on the quantum computing breakthrough we just announced…
- www.it-daily.net: Microsoft presents Majorana 1 quantum chip
- techinformed.com: Microsoft announces quantum computing chip it says will bring quantum sooner
- cyberinsider.com: Microsoft Unveils First Quantum Processor With Topological Qubits
- Daily CyberSecurity: Microsoft's Quantum Breakthrough: Majorana 1 and the Future of Computing
- heise online English: Microsoft calls new Majorana chip a breakthrough for quantum computing Microsoft claims that Majorana 1 is the first quantum processor based on topological qubits. It is designed to enable extremely powerful quantum computers.
- www.eweek.com: On Wednesday, Microsoft introduced Muse, a generative AI model designed to transform how games are conceptualized, developed, and preserved.
- www.verdict.co.uk: Microsoft debuts Majorana 1 chip for quantum computing
- singularityhub.com: The company believes devices with a million topological qubits are possible.
- techvro.com: This article discusses Microsoft’s quantum computing chip and its potential to revolutionize computing.
- Talkback Resources: Microsoft claims quantum breakthrough with Majorana 1 computer chip [crypto]
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- Runtime: Article from Runtime News discussing Microsoft's quantum 'breakthrough'.
- CyberInsider: Microsoft Unveils First Quantum Processor With Topological Qubits
- Shelly Palmer: This article discusses Microsoft's quantum computing breakthrough with the Majorana 1 chip.
- securityonline.info: Microsoft’s Quantum Breakthrough: Majorana 1 and the Future of Computing
- www.heise.de: Microsoft calls new Majorana chip a breakthrough for quantum computing
- SingularityHub: The company believes devices with a million topological qubits are possible.
- www.sciencedaily.com: Microsoft's Majorana 1 is a quantum processor that is based on a new material called Topoconductor.
- Popular Science: New state of matter powers Microsoft quantum computing chip
- eWEEK: Microsoft's announcement of Muse, a generative AI model to help game developers, not replace them.
- Verdict: Microsoft debuts Majorana 1 chip for quantum computing
- The Register: Microsoft says it has developed a quantum-computing chip made with novel materials that is expected to enable the development of quantum computers for meaningful, real-world applications within – you guessed it – years rather than decades.
- news.microsoft.com: Microsoft’s Majorana 1 chip carves new path for quantum computing
- The Microsoft Cloud Blog: News article reporting on Microsoft's Majorana 1 chip.
- thequantuminsider.com: Microsoft’s Topological Qubit Claim Faces Quantum Community Scrutiny
- bsky.app: After 17 years of research, Microsoft unveiled its first quantum chip using topoconductors, a new material enabling a million qubits. Current quantum computers only have dozens or hundreds of qubits. This breakthrough could revolutionize AI, cryptography, and other computation-heavy fields.
- medium.com: Meet Majorana 1: The Quantum Chip That’s Too Cool for Classical Computers
- chatgptiseatingtheworld.com: Microsoft announces Majorana 1 quantum chip
- NextBigFuture.com: Microsoft Majorana 1 Chip Has 8 Qubits Right Now with a Roadmap to 1 Million Raw Qubits
- Dataconomy: Microsoft unveiled its Majorana 1 chip on Wednesday, claiming it demonstrates that quantum computing is "years, not decades" away from practical application, aligning with similar forecasts from Google and IBM regarding advancements in computing technology.
- thequantuminsider.com: Microsoft’s Majorana 1 Chip Carves New Path for Quantum Computing
- Anonymous ???????? :af:: Quantum computing may be just years away, with new chips from Microsoft and Google sparking big possibilities.
- www.sciencedaily.com: Topological quantum processor marks breakthrough in computing
- thequantuminsider.com: The Conversation: Microsoft Just Claimed a Quantum Breakthrough. A Quantum Physicist Explains What it Means
- www.sciencedaily.com: Breakthrough may clear major hurdle for quantum computers
- The Quantum Insider: Microsoft Just Claimed a Quantum Breakthrough. A Quantum Physicist Explains What it Means
Alyssa Hughes (2ADAPTIVE LLC dba 2A Consulting)@Microsoft Research
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Artificial intelligence is making significant strides across various fields, demonstrating its potential to address complex, real-world challenges. Principal Researcher Akshay Nambi is focused on building reliable and robust AI systems to benefit large populations. His work includes AI-powered tools to enhance road safety, agriculture, and energy infrastructure, alongside efforts to improve education through digital assistants that aid teachers in creating effective lesson plans. These advancements aim to translate AI's capabilities into tangible, positive impacts.
A new development in AI has also revealed previously hidden aspects of cellular organization. A deep-learning model can now predict how proteins sort themselves inside the cell, uncovering a layer of molecular code that shapes biological processes. This discovery has implications for our understanding of life's complexity and presents a powerful biotechnology tool for drug design and discovery, offering new avenues for addressing medical challenges.
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- mappingignorance.org: Author: Roberto Rey Agudo, Research Assistant Professor of Spanish and Portuguese, Dartmouth College The idea of a humanlike artificial intelligence assistant that you can speak with has been alive in many people’s imaginations since the release of “Her,� Spike Jonze’s 2013 film about a man who falls in love with a Siri-like AI named Samantha.
- www.artificialintelligence-news.com: AI in 2025: Purpose-driven models, human integration, and more
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