The Vergecast Microsoft’s big AI Build and Max’s messy streaming launch
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May 26, 2023 
Tom Warren, Senior Editor at The Verge, shares his expertise on Microsoft and Windows. The conversation dives into Microsoft's exciting AI innovations revealed at Build 2023, including new Copilot functionalities and the implications of AI integration across platforms. The team also critiques the shaky launch of Warner Bros. Discovery's streaming service, Max, highlighting user frustrations with its confusing interface and crediting controversies. Get ready for a mix of tech insights and good humor as they navigate these hot topics!
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Whiskey Neat
- Nilay Patel recounts his early podcasting days, admitting to drinking neat whiskey during recordings.
- The podcast producer, Trent Willoughby, pointed out the audible ice cubes, prompting the change.
Copilot as a Platform
- Microsoft's Build conference highlighted a renewed focus on AI, particularly their Copilot platform.
- Satya Nadella believes Copilot represents a significant platform shift, with plugins acting as platform apps.
Copilot Confusion
- Microsoft's Copilot exists in various forms across different applications, causing confusion.
- Windows Copilot acts as a central AI assistant within the Windows taskbar, raising privacy concerns.