Microsoft takes wraps off AI upgrades, unveils new deep research system Critique (MSFT:NASDAQ)

Microsoft unveiled Critique, a new multi-modal deep research AI system accessible via its Copilot assistant. Critique lets users combine multiple AI models to generate optimized responses, strengthening Copilot's product differentiation and Microsoft's AI platform capabilities. No commercial rollout timeline or performance metrics were disclosed, so near-term market impact is likely modest.

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Microsoft unveiled Critique, a new multi-modal deep research AI system accessible via its Copilot assistant. Critique lets users combine multiple AI models to generate optimized responses, strengthening Copilot's product differentiation and Microsoft's AI platform capabilities. No commercial rollout timeline or performance metrics were disclosed, so near-term market impact is likely modest.