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Microsoft Splits Windows 11 Paint Into Cloud AI with Credits and Local NPU Power for Copilot+
Microsoft has transformed Windows 11 Paint into a dual-mode image editor: all users now get layers, project files, and background removal, while cloud-based AI image generation consumes Microsoft 365 credits. Copilot+ PCs unlock local NPU-powered Cocreator that works offline without credits, creating a split-brain strategy that differentiates premium hardware while still modernizing the classic app for the masses.
Windows 11 25H2 turns Notepad into a modern editor with Markdown live preview, tabs, and Copilot AI
Microsoft is overhauling Notepad for Windows 11 25H2 with tabs, Markdown support, session restore, recent files, spell check, and Copilot AI integration. These enhancements modernize the classic editor while maintaining its speed and simplicity, offering users a powerful yet lightweight text editing experience.
xAI Unleashes Grok Add-ins for Word, Excel, and PowerPoint in Direct Challenge to Microsoft Copilot
In early 2026, xAI launched Grok add-ins for Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, bringing Elon Musk's AI assistant to Office via a sidebar panel. The add-ins feature X-connect for real-time X data, but raise enterprise governance and security concerns while directly competing with Microsoft Copilot.
Meredith Whittaker Warns Windows Users: AI Chatbots Aren't Friends—They're a Privacy Trojan Horse
Signal President Meredith Whittaker warns Windows users that AI chatbots and autonomous agents pose a privacy threat that encryption cannot address. She highlights how these systems are designed to exploit emotional connections to harvest personal data, and offers practical steps to protect user information from agentic AI.
How an AI Coding Assistant Uncovered 143GB of Hidden Bloat Windows Storage Sense Missed
A MakeUseOf writer leveraged Anthropic’s Claude Code to discover 143GB of forgotten files—including old VMs, Android emulator images, and AppData bloat—that Windows Storage Sense completely missed. The AI-guided cleanup highlights the shortcomings of traditional disk maintenance and previews a future where conversational agents can safely reclaim wasted space.
AI Chatbot Use Among U.S. Adults Surges to 49%, Pew Report Shows
A new Pew Research Center survey finds 49% of U.S. adults use AI chatbots, up from 33% in 2024. Despite rapid adoption, user trust remains a key concern, with privacy and accuracy worries prevailing. The findings highlight challenges for tech firms integrating AI into products like Windows Copilot.
Meredith Whittaker’s Privacy Alarm: Windows Copilot and AI Agents Pose New Risks
Signal Foundation president Meredith Whittaker warns that AI chatbots and agents, including Windows Copilot, should never be viewed as trusted confidants due to fundamental privacy risks. Her Bloomberg interview highlights the dangers of granting agentic AI deep system access without end-to-end encryption, urging Windows users to scrutinize permissions and treat AI interactions as public by default.
49% of Americans Now Use AI Chatbots as Trust and Governance Gaps Widen
A 2026 Pew Research Center survey shows that 49 percent of U.S. adults now use AI chatbots like ChatGPT, Copilot, and Gemini, highlighting rapid mainstream adoption. Yet trust lags far behind, with majorities worried about data security and weak government oversight. The findings intensify pressure on Microsoft and other platforms to strengthen governance for deeply integrated AI assistants in Windows and beyond.
OPPO Reno16 to Debut June 25 With Psychedelic 3D Design, AI Cameras, and K-Pop Collab
OPPO's Reno16 series makes its global debut on June 25, 2026, featuring a striking 3D Pop Planet design, advanced AI camera capabilities, and a collaboration with K-pop group BABYMONSTER. The launch will start in Thailand and Spain before expanding to over 50 markets, targeting style-conscious young users with a blend of bold aesthetics, computational photography, and deep Windows integration.
Signal's Meredith Whittaker Warns: AI Chatbots Are Not Your Friends—Agent Access Threatens Privacy
Signal President Meredith Whittaker warns that AI chatbots should not be treated as friends or confidants, highlighting how agentic features in tools like Microsoft Copilot pose severe privacy risks by accessing and storing personal data. In a June 2026 interview, she advised Windows users to audit permissions, use local AI models, and push for stronger defaults to protect their private information.
Groundcover Brings AI-Native Observability to Azure with Agent Mode, Promising Lower Costs and Privacy
Groundcover announced the general availability of Agent Mode for Azure, an AI-native observability solution that slashes monitoring costs for Windows and Kubernetes workloads. The startup also published a TRM Labs case study showing a 72% cost reduction and reinforced its privacy-by-design architecture. The move positions Groundcover as a compelling alternative to traditional tools like Datadog for Azure users seeking intelligent, cost-effective monitoring.
49% of U.S. Adults Now Use AI Chatbots, but Windows IT and Security Teams Brace for a Trust Deficit
Pew Research Center data shows 49% of U.S. adults now use AI chatbots, but trust among Windows IT and security leaders lags far behind. The deep integration of Copilot in Windows 11 creates new data governance risks as many enterprises struggle to deploy proper controls, leading to a sharp rise in shadow AI and costly breaches. Experts call for identity-centric governance, real-time monitoring, and a cultural shift to close the trust deficit before it widens further.
How Windows Users Can Finally Banish the “Write with Gemini” Bar from Google Docs
The “Write with Gemini” bar in Google Docs can be removed per document via the Gemini menu or hidden entirely by disabling smart features in account settings. While this cleans the interface, it also disables all AI‑powered assistance. Windows users may find Microsoft’s Copilot in Word more discreet, and Google is rumored to be working on more granular controls.