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OptiMind: A small language model with optimization expertise

OptiMind: A small language model with optimization expertise22+ hour, 44+ min ago   (194+ words) Published January 15, 2026 By Xinzhi Zhang , Research Intern Zeyi Chen , Research Intern Humishka Hope , Research Inten Hugo Barbalho , Research SDE Konstantina Mellou , Principal Researcher Marco Molinaro , Principal Researcher Janardhan (Jana) Kulkarni , Principal Researcher Ishai Menache , Partner Research Manager Sirui Li , Sr....

Microsoft Garage
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Solve for One, Extend to Many

Solve for One, Extend to Many1+ day, 21+ hour ago   (143+ words) A single red dot in a usability test changed everything. For one participant, it was enough to stop the task entirely'a reminder that small moments can create big cognitive barriers. That insight sparked Inclusive Design for Cognition, an effort born…...

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Introducing the Microsoft Defender Experts Suite: Elevate your security with expert-led services

1+ week, 2+ day ago   (284+ words) Get integrated security services that protect your organization and accelerate security outcomes in the new security offering from Microsoft. Even as today's security challenges feel overwhelming, you don't have to face them alone. The Microsoft Defender Experts Suite combines managed…...