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Microsoft is rolling out a new voice activation feature for Copilot in Windows. By holding Alt + Spacebar for two seconds, users can summon the AI assistant for hands-free interaction. This update, now available to Windows Insiders, enhances productivity by enabling seamless voice commands. As Microsoft continues refining Copilot, this shortcut offers an accessible alternative to typing, making AI assistance more intuitive and efficient.

NV5 has landed $18 million in data center design and commissioning contracts across the U.S. and Asia, reinforcing its role in cloud and AI infrastructure. With expertise in high-efficiency cooling and power solutions, NV5 helps data centers scale sustainably. CEO Ben Heraud highlights innovations like immersion cooling and AI-powered thermal management, positioning NV5 as a leader in energy-efficient data center solutions.

Flipboard’s Surf app is deepening its Bluesky integration, allowing users to log in, browse feeds, and interact seamlessly. With its “Blue Wave” beta update, Surf unifies content from Bluesky, Mastodon, and Threads, offering customizable feeds that filter out unwanted topics. As AI-generated content floods centralized platforms, Surf champions human-curated experiences. The beta expands to new testers, with plans for a web version soon.

CoreWeave has secured a $10 million investment from Stack Capital Group, strengthening its position in high-performance AI computing. The company continues expanding its GPU-powered infrastructure, delivering faster and more cost-effective solutions. With major partnerships, including Microsoft and Nvidia, and an upcoming IPO, CoreWeave aims to capitalize on surging AI demand while scaling its global data center footprint.

OpenAI has inked an $11.9 billion agreement with AI cloud provider CoreWeave, securing critical GPU infrastructure while acquiring a $350 million equity stake. The five-year deal comes as CoreWeave prepares for a highly anticipated IPO at a projected $35 billion valuation. This move diversifies OpenAI’s compute power beyond Microsoft, complementing its Stargate initiative with Oracle and SoftBank to meet surging AI demands.

AI cloud provider Ori has chosen Kao Data’s Harlow facility to deploy its UK-based Nvidia H200 GPUs, enhancing AI training and inference capabilities. The location offers high-density infrastructure, renewable energy, and proximity to London’s AI ecosystem. Ori CEO Mahdi Yahya emphasized the need for scalability and performance, while Kao Data highlighted the UK’s role in AI growth. Ori now operates from 20 global locations.

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