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Microsoft AI, the research arm of the tech giant, announced the rollout of three foundational multimodal models—MAI-Transcribe-1, MAI-Voice-1, and MAI-Image-2. The transcription model supports 25 languages and is 2.5 times faster than Azure Fast. The voice model can generate a minute of audio in one second and allows custom voice creation. The image model, originally unveiled on MAI Playground, expands Microsoft’s AI portfolio and is priced to be cheaper than competing offerings from Google and OpenAI. The launch underscores Microsoft’s commitment to building its own AI stack while maintaining its partnership with OpenAI. Lire la suite

Oracle announced that long‑time CEO Safra Catz will leave the chief executive post after 11 years, remaining as vice chair of the board. The company promoted cloud infrastructure leader Clay Magouyrk and applications‑AI head Mike Sicilia to serve as co‑CEOs. The new leadership will guide Oracle into an "AI era," building on a recent $300 billion computing‑power agreement with OpenAI. The transition reflects Oracle’s confidence in its cloud and AI capabilities and signals a generational shift in its executive team. Lire la suite