Kevin Okemwa
Kevin Okemwa is a seasoned tech journalist based in Nairobi, Kenya with lots of experience covering the latest trends and developments in the industry at Windows Central. With a passion for innovation and a keen eye for detail, he has written for leading publications such as OnMSFT, MakeUseOf, and Windows Report, providing insightful analysis and breaking news on everything revolving around the Microsoft ecosystem. You'll also catch him occasionally contributing at iMore about Apple and AI. While AFK and not busy following the ever-emerging trends in tech, you can find him exploring the world or listening to music.
Latest articles by Kevin Okemwa
OpenAI reportedly trained Sora using gaming content
By Kevin Okemwa published
AI A report suggests Sora may have been trained on game content as it can reproduce uncanny clips of Super Mario Bros, Call of Duty, Counter-Strike, and more.
OpenAI wants to raise advanced AI model subscription prices
By Kevin Okemwa published
AI OpenAI could charge business users more to match the value AI system add to their companies.
Windows Recall still captures credit card information
By Kevin Okemwa published
WINDOWS 11 Despite implementing elaborate measures to address Windows Recall's security concerns, including a sensitive information filter, the AI tool reportedly still sometimes captures sensitive financial information.
A compilation of hilarious memes about ChatGPT's global outage
By Kevin Okemwa published
AI Here's a compilation of hilarious memes shared on social media following OpenAI's recent ChatGPT massive outage.
Microsoft AI CEO poaches former colleagues for "AI health" unit
By Kevin Okemwa published
AI HEALTH UNIT Microsoft AI CEO Mustafa Suleyman recently hired Dominic King, a former colleague from his Google DeepMind days to help lead the company's new AI health unit as Vice President.
Y-Combinator-backed firm lauds AI employees over humans in the workplace
By Kevin Okemwa published
STOP HIRING HUMANS A controversial ad campaign sparks outrage for lauding its AI software as a better alternative for human employees.
Google wants to break Microsoft's exclusive cloud deal with OpenAI
By Kevin Okemwa published
cloud compute Google wants the US government to break Microsoft's exclusive deal, hosting OpenAI's tech stack on its cloud servers.
Reddit's new AI-powered tool could take on Google's dominance
By Kevin Okemwa published
REDDIT ANSWERS Reddit recently launched Reddit Answers. The AI-powered tool is designed to make it easier for users to find information on the social networking platform.
Google CEO says AI development will get even harder in 2025
By Kevin Okemwa published
AI Google CEO Sundar Pichai admits AI progression and development will slow down in 2025. He says top AI labs will need to make significant breakthroughs in reasoning to continue scaling.
OpenAI's Sora ships to general availability with critical limitations
By Kevin Okemwa published
SORA OpenAI shipped Sora to broad availability. It's limited to ChatGPT Plus and Pro users with caps on resolutions and durations.
Microsoft AI CEO disputes Altman's claim current hardware can achieve AGI
By Kevin Okemwa published
NEW HARDWARE Microsoft AI CEO Mustafa Suleyman talks about AGI, security, OpenAI partnership, copyright infringement by AI, and more in a detailed interview with The Verge.
OpenAI employee claims o1 model constitutes AGI
By Kevin Okemwa published
IS AGI HERE? An OpenAI staffer claims the company might have already hit the coveted benchmark following the release of OpenAI o1 to broad availability.
OpenAI could scrap a clause to extend its partnership with Microsoft
By Kevin Okemwa published
AGI CLAUSE A new report suggests OpenAI is trying to find a way around the cap to restrict Microsoft from accessing its advanced AI models after hitting the AGI moment.
Is Microsoft ditching X for Bluesky amid toxic rhetoric reports?
By Kevin Okemwa published
Microsoft @ Bluesky Microsoft recently joined Bluesky, touting a "connected digital ecosystem" that bolsters the user experience and innovation.
Sam Altman says AI will be smart enough to prevent existential doom
By Kevin Okemwa published
existential doom OpenAI CEO Sam Altman claims AI will be smart enough to resolve the existential threats by superintelligent AI systems. If not, he hopes researchers will figure out a way around the issue.
$200/month ChatGPT Pro can "think harder for the hardest problems"
By Kevin Okemwa published
CHATGPT PRO OpenAI unveiled a new $200 subscription plan dubbed ChatGPT Pro and shipped its o1 reasoning model out of preview.
Sam Altman says AI safety concerns don't come at 'the AGI moment'
By Kevin Okemwa published
AGI MOMENT OpenAI CEO Sam Altman indicated that AGI might be here sooner than most people think with surprisingly little societal impact despite reports of stunted AI development due to scaling laws.
ChatGPT surpasses 300 million weekly users, tripling its user base
By Kevin Okemwa published
IMMENSE GROWTH OpenAI CEO Sam Altman recently revealed ChatGPT's immense user growth.
Microsoft: TPM 2.0 is "a necessity for a secure and future-proof Windows 11"
By Kevin Okemwa published
Mandatory TPM As Windows 10's imminent death approaches, Microsoft says the TPM 2.0 system requirement for upgrading to Windows 11 is now non-negotiable.
A concept design simulates a vision board for Windows 12
By Kevin Okemwa published
WINDOWS 12 While Microsoft remains tight-lipped about Windows 12's development, a concept designer gives us a taste of what could be.
OpenAI might consider putting ads into ChatGPT to generate revenue
By Kevin Okemwa published
Ads in ChatGPT? OpenAI CFO Sarah Friar indicated the company will roll out the new business model thoughtfully to retain the platform's minimalist appeal.
Ex-Google CEO says "there's no evidence scaling law has begun to stop"
By Kevin Okemwa published
UNPRECEDENTED SCALING Google's former CEO bashes scaling law reports and indicates AI models will scale unprecedented heights, leading to dangers such as biological attacks and new forms of warfare.
Microsoft Insiders highlight Copilot struggles despite multi-billion dollar investment
By Kevin Okemwa published
COPILOT STRUGGLES Microsoft's Copilot efforts are riddled with privacy and security issues, with a high-ranking employee referring to most Copilot-themed tools as "gimmicky."
Razer introduces new AI-powered LLM to streamline sustainability efforts
By Kevin Okemwa published
SUSTAINABILITY FTW Razer recently unveiled GAIADEX to bolster sustainability efforts. The tool is designed to improve the precision of LCA assessments and promote eco-friendly solutions.
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