Microsoft has unveiled an upgraded version of its artificial intelligence assistant that remembers user preferences and take actions on their behalf, as the tech group takes on rivals building AI-infused products designed to attract millions of consumers.
The Seattle-based group at an event on Friday to mark its 50th anniversary announced a personalised “Copilot” that develops a “memory” and can recall important details, such as family birthdays and hobbies.
Mustafa Suleyman, the company’s consumer AI chief and co-founder of Google’s DeepMind unit, previewed several features, such as its digital assistant being able to independently book tickets, make reservations and shop for goods online.