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Move on from chatbots, there’s a better way of working with AI, says Mainfunc co-founder Eric Jing. His Genspark super agents can be prompted directly, in natural language, to edit videos, create slides, even make restaurant reservations. And now, these agents can be discovered and managed with Microsoft Agent 365, the control plane for digital assistants.

AI is in the process of fundamentally changing how we work and solve problems. But it’s not just an add on; using AI responsibly means thinking through how it can be used most effectively at every layer. As Microsoft kicks off the annual Ignite conference today, the company is showcasing tools like Copilot, Work IQ, Fabric IQ and Agent Factory — all of which can help take organizations to the forefront of AI. Watch the keynotes and check out all the news, photos and video on the Ignite news site.

“Vibe coding” is making app creation possible for anyone who can describe an idea, not just professional developers. As conversational AI tools democratize tech and speed innovation, experts say it’s important to balance creativity with thoughtful structure. Learn more about how AI is helping everyone from business professionals to experienced developers solve problems, save time and be more creative.

What kind of AI does the world really want? That’s the question Mustafa Suleyman, CEO of Microsoft AI, hopes to answer with his newly announced MAI Superintelligence Team. It’s all part of a larger move by Microsoft AI working toward Humanist Superintelligence (HSI) —incredibly advanced AI capabilities that always work for, in service of, people and humanity.

He says HSI is a common-sense approach to the field, designed to get “all the goodness of science and invention without the ‘uncontrollable risks’ part.” Keep reading for more on how Suleyman envisions ensuring humanity remains at the top of the food chain.

What happens when AI becomes a personalized companion? What can media learn from gaming? And why should humans rethink our skills and talent strategies in the era of AI? These were the big questions explored by Microsoft leaders at the Paley International Council Summit. Mustafa Suleyman, Phil Spencer and Ryan Roslansky shared bold visions for the future of AI, gaming and work.

Proteins are the engines and building blocks of biology — powering how organisms adapt, think and function. AI is helping scientists design new protein structures from amino acid sequences, opening doors to new therapies and cures.

But with that power also comes serious responsibility: Many of these tools are open source and could be susceptible to misuse. Learn how Microsoft scientists discovered a blind spot in biosecurity and worked to address the problem.

A new AI agent in Microsoft 365 Copilot is like having a super-efficient assistant built into your everyday tools, helping you do more and save time. Researcher can analyze mountains of data to give you insightful expertise in minutes, whether you’re preparing for a big meeting or brainstorming new product ideas. Learn more about what it can do for you.

The chips powering today’s AI breakthroughs run hotter than ever, outpacing previous generations of silicon. To cool things down, Microsoft is testing a new microfluidics system that skips the cold plates and sends liquid coolant straight into the silicon — right where the heat is. Read more about how.

From diagnosing rare conditions to improving the patient experience, AI is transforming how we practice medicine.  

In the podcast series “The AI Revolution in Medicine, Revisited,” Microsoft Research President Peter Lee sits down with experts across health and life sciences to explore all the ways AI is changing the game.

AI’s shaking up the workplace — automating the repetitive, spotlighting the creative and turning skill-building into the new hustle. But in an era where technology can assist more than ever, your edge lies in being distinctly human. Here are three must-have career skills worth doubling down on. No code required.

It was a slow Friday afternoon in July when a seemingly isolated problem appeared on the radar of Phillip Misner, head of Microsoft’s AI Incident Detection and Response team. Someone had stolen a customer’s unique access code for an AI image generator and was going around safeguards to create sexualized images of celebrities.  

Misner and his coworkers revoked the code but soon saw more stolen customer credentials, or API keys, pop up on an anonymous message board known for spreading hateful material. They escalated the issue into a company-wide security response in what has now become Microsoft’s first legal case to stop people from creating harmful AI content.   

The word “agent” might remind us of a human who plans travel or maybe a well-dressed British spy. But in the rapidly evolving world of AI, the term has a whole new meaning that is reshaping our interaction with technology and automation.

Using AI to write a whole term paper might be tempting, but there are smarter, teacher-approved ways to use the tech. Younger kids should first build skills with AI tools, says Aren Uzun, a 12-year-old seventh grader. Generative AI is opening new paths for learning, from tutoring to study guides, for all ages. Hear from students, parents and educators who’ve embraced AI for tips on how to use it responsibly at every grade level.