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Microsoft AI can spot wildfires hours before anyone calls 911

Microsoft AI can spot wildfires hours before anyone calls 911

Microsoft-backed AI analyzes millions of camera images to detect wildfires earlier, but ALERTCalifornia’s expanding network also raises privacy questions.

Microsoft deepens Saudi Arabia AI ties despite longstanding privacy concerns

Microsoft deepens Saudi Arabia AI ties despite longstanding privacy concerns

Microsoft is deepening its AI relationship with Saudi Arabia through HUMAIN, a state-backed company chaired by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. The partnership could bring ALLAM models to Microsoft Foundry and Microsoft 365 Copilot, raising fresh questions about privacy and human rights.