Microsoft rolls out Copilot "vibe working" mode for Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Microsoft introduced Copilot's agent mode in 2025, promising customers new "intelligent" ways to streamline document creation ...
TechCrunch

Google unveils TurboQuant, a new AI memory compression algorithm — and yes, the internet is calling it ‘Pied Piper’

If Google’s AI researchers had a sense of humor, they would have called TurboQuant, the new, ultra-efficient AI memory compression algorithm announced Tuesday, “Pied Piper” — or, at least that’s what ...
Ars Technica

Google’s TurboQuant AI-compression algorithm can reduce LLM memory usage by 6x

Even if you don’t know much about the inner workings of generative AI models, you probably know they need a lot of memory. Hence, it is currently almost impossible to buy a measly stick of RAM without ...
TechRepublic

Anthropic’s Claude Now Connects Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint Workflows

Anthropic is expanding the capabilities of its AI assistant, Claude, by rolling out new features that allow the tool to work more closely with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint. The update is designed to ...
VentureBeat

Anthropic gives Claude shared context across Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, enabling reusable workflows in multiple applications

Anthropic has upgraded its Claude AI model with new capabilities for Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, marking a strategic move to expand its enterprise footprint and potentially challenging Microsoft’s ...
SlashGear

How Does Increasing Engine Compression Ratio Affect Performance & Efficiency?

When comparing engine specs for nearly any combustion engine automobile, we see a number of variations available with differing outputs of horsepower and torque. We often have a choice of gasoline or ...
Consumer Reports

6 Best Compression Socks, Tested and Reviewed

When you shop through retailer links on our site, we may earn affiliate commissions. 100% of the fees we collect are used to support our nonprofit mission. Learn more. If you’ve ever taken a long ...
The New York Times

F1 manufacturers agree to engine testing rule change after compression ratio row

Formula 1 manufacturers have approved changes to the engine testing rules for 2026 following the compression ratio row that has lasted through the offseason. In December, it emerged that Mercedes had ...
Jalopnik

Why Increasing An Engine's Compression Ratio Makes It More Efficient

As you may know, an engine's compression ratio is directly linked to its combustion efficiency. All else being equal, higher-compression engines tend to make more power while offering better fuel ...
The New York Times

Why F1’s boiling drama over engine compression ratios matters for the 2026 season

A political firestorm has been brewing in Formula 1 in recent weeks and months over whether engine manufacturers have found a loophole in the new 2026 technical regulations. Mercedes and Red Bull may ...
techtimes

Microsoft Office Tips for Excel, Word & PowerPoint Productivity

Master Microsoft Office tips to boost Excel, Word & PowerPoint productivity. Learn keyboard shortcuts, formulas & collaboration features for faster workflows Pixabay, Pixaline In today's fast-paced ...