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Does AI have mind and feelings: a debate that is no longer theoretical

As of November 12, Anthropic officially prohibits systematic cruelty toward its models, and the company has a model welfare department. We examine what science actually knows about the 'thinking,' 'emotions,' and 'personality' of neural networks — and why the question of AI consciousness is already shaping rules and products. As of November 12, Anthropic officially prohibits systematic cruelty toward its models, and the company has a dedicated model welfare department. We examine what science actually knows about the 'thinking,' 'emotions,' and 'personality' of neural networks — and why the question of AI consciousness is already shaping rules and products.

Otabek Yusupov

27 Oct 2026 · 14:125 min read

Economy

Microsoft offered about 60,000 employees voluntary departure with severance

The company launched a Voluntary Exit Offer program for employees in the US, Canada, India, and the UK. According to media reports, the offer could cover up to 60,000 people — about a quarter of the workforce. This is Microsoft's second such initiative this year.

Otabek Yusupov

26 Oct 2026 · 21:222 min read

Technology

IT professionals on the PHP emergency: “It was endless”

After two critical vulnerabilities were discovered in PHP, the language powering millions of websites, IT teams worldwide rushed to install patches or take servers offline. Satya Nadella called the situation unprecedented, but experts note that rumors of hacker attacks — some of which were not confirmed — amplified the panic.

Sevara Azamova

23 Oct 2026 · 17:383 min read

Technology

AI companies urged UK government to prevent data center protests within 12 months

The Sovereign AI Leadership task force, which includes Nvidia, Microsoft and Cisco, warned the UK government that the country has about 12 months to secure public support for building data centers. The appeal, reported by The Guardian, notes growing protests over energy bills, water use and the environment. Campaigns criticized the idea of financial incentives for local authorities.

Sevara Azamova

23 Oct 2026 · 06:023 min read

Technology

Microsoft says its AI diagnostic system outperformed physicians on complex cases

A Microsoft study published in Science found that the MAI-DxO system correctly diagnosed complex cases in 83% of simulations versus 36% for generalist physicians. The company calls it a step toward 'medical superintelligence' and is preparing clinical trials with Beth Israel Deaconess and a foundation model for healthcare with Mayo Clinic.

Sevara Azamova

22 Oct 2026 · 23:523 min read

Technology

Microsoft: China-linked hackers used AI tool ARTEX in ConnectWise breach

Microsoft said that the China-linked group Storm-0940 used the AI framework ARTEX in an attack on the ConnectWise cloud backup service, affecting about 2,250 organizations. Beijing rejected the accusations.

Sevara Azamova

22 Oct 2026 · 21:513 min read

Technology

Abu Dhabi: M42 launches AI platform Ossi to free up doctors' time for patients

Abu Dhabi-based medical company M42 unveiled the AI platform Ossi at the Abu Dhabi Future Health Summit, created in partnership with Microsoft. The system of four AI agents helps doctors prepare for consultations, keep records and code documentation. According to the company's estimate, the platform will allow doctors to spend up to 60% more time with patients and is already available at seven centres in the UAE and Bahrain.

Sevara Azamova

22 Oct 2026 · 13:033 min read

Technology

Microsoft unveils Guardian Agents: AI agents as 'insider threats' that cannot be trusted

Microsoft announced new security features for monitoring AI agents, including Guardian Agents as part of Project Perception. Satya Nadella and security business chief Hyeite Gallo warn that frontier models are unpredictable and cannot be considered safe by default.

Sardor Qodirov

20 Oct 2026 · 03:063 min read

Technology

Microsoft backs out of data center deal in Loughton, dealing a blow to UK AI ambitions

Microsoft confirmed its withdrawal from an agreement to lease computing capacity from the startup Nscale at a site in Loughton near London. The company linked the decision to one specific site and is maintaining its partnership with Nscale. According to British media, the site's grid connection has been delayed until the 2030s.

Sardor Qodirov

19 Oct 2026 · 18:423 min read

Technology

Amazon Devices Chief Panos Panay: Failure Is a Mandatory Part of Building a Product

Amazon Senior Vice President Panos Panay, speaking at TechCrunch Disrupt in San Francisco, said that failures are inevitable when building successful products. He cited the failed launch of Surface RT at Microsoft, which led to a write-off of nearly $1 billion, and urged founders to learn lessons, not make excuses, and not abandon their vision.

Sardor Qodirov

16 Oct 2026 · 01:482 min read