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1 week ago | msftunboxed.com | Kareem Anderson

Pinterest, the beloved mood board of the internet, has finally decided to tackle the AI-generated chaos that has been suffocating its platform. After months of user complaints about AI-generated images drowning out real content, the company has announced new features aimed at curbing the spread of what many have dubbed “AI slop.”Pinterest’s first major move is the introduction of Gen AI labels, which will automatically tag images that have been created or modified using generative AI.

1 week ago | msftunboxed.com | Kareem Anderson

Microsoft’s ambitious foray into consumer AI has hit a snag, and the pressure is mounting on Mustafa Suleyman, the company’s newly appointed AI chief. Hired in March 2024, Suleyman, a co-founder of Google DeepMind, was brought in to revitalize Microsoft’s AI efforts, particularly its Copilot platform. However, over a year into his tenure, Copilot’s user engagement remains stagnant, raising questions about the future of Microsoft’s prized AI initiative.

1 week ago | msftunboxed.com | Kareem Anderson

Microsoft’s FY25 Q3 earnings report provides an insightful look into the company’s performance, highlighting steady growth driven by its cloud and AI offerings, alongside challenges in product sales and cost management. The quarter, which ended on March 31, 2025, saw the company achieve a revenue of $70.1 billion, marking a 13% increase compared to the same period last year. Let’s break down the highlights and provide context for the numbers.

1 week ago | msftunboxed.com | Kareem Anderson

Microsoft recently announced its new European digital commitments. Unveiled on April 30th, these initiatives aim to strengthen Europe’s digital infrastructure, enhance cybersecurity, and foster economic growth—all while respecting the unique values and laws of the region. Microsoft’s relationship with Europe dates back over four decades, beginning with the localization of Microsoft Word in German and French.

1 week ago | msftunboxed.com | Kareem Anderson

Duolingo, the language-learning app that has been gamifying vocabulary drills since 2012, recently unveiled its latest masterstroke: replacing human contractors with artificial intelligence. In an internal memo shared via LinkedIn, CEO Luis von Ahn laid out the company’s “AI-first” vision, a move that has sparked both intrigue and ire among users and industry observers alike. The memo, addressed to all employees, reads like a manifesto for the AI revolution.