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technology24 days ago

The $20 AI Plan Is Over: Pricing War Shifts to Usage-Based Models

PCWorld argues that flat-rate AI subscriptions (such as $20/month) are becoming financially unsustainable as providers pivot to usage-based pricing; GitHub Copilot has already moved away from flat fees, Anthropic is trimming Claude Pro/Max features and adjusting allowances, and OpenAI’s ChatGPT Plus/Pro are expected to follow. The result is a coming price reality where powerful AI agents may cost hundreds per month for individuals and enterprises, rather than a cheap, all-in-one subscription.

Microsoft Goes All-In on Agentic AI as Copilot Shifts to Usage-Based Pricing
technology27 days ago

Microsoft Goes All-In on Agentic AI as Copilot Shifts to Usage-Based Pricing

Microsoft outlined a broad AI push: Agent Mode (now the default 'edit with Copilot') is integrated across Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, with Copilot and GitHub Copilot moving to usage-based pricing. Nadella said nearly 90% of Fortune 500 companies have active agents built with Microsoft’s low-code tools, and Copilot usage is rising as customers deploy custom agents. GitHub Copilot will include monthly AI credits, and Microsoft plans more AI infrastructure spending (~$40B). Bing reached 1 billion active monthly users, underscoring the company’s AI‑driven strategy.

Copilot switches to token-based pricing with AI credits starting June 1
technology29 days ago

Copilot switches to token-based pricing with AI credits starting June 1

GitHub Copilot will move from its Premium Request Unit model to a usage-based, token-based system beginning June 1, 2026, using monthly AI Credits tied to token consumption; base subscription prices stay the same for now (Copilot Pro $10/mo, Pro+ $39/mo) and Enterprise/Business retain pricing while adding monthly credits, with promotional credits for June–August and pooled org credits to reduce stranded capacity. Once credits run out, users can’t continue typical usage unless more credits are purchased. A May preview will show projected costs before the June bills. The shift reflects rising AI compute/inference costs and mirrors broader industry price increases.”,

JPMorgan’s AI-Usage Dashboards Spotlight Engineers’ Tool Adoption
technology1 month ago

JPMorgan’s AI-Usage Dashboards Spotlight Engineers’ Tool Adoption

JPMorgan is rolling out internal dashboards to track how engineers use AI tools like GitHub Copilot and Claude, with a quarterly scoring system that ranks users and informs managers about AI adoption. The bank says the data isn’t used in performance reviews, but employees describe growing pressure to demonstrate frequent AI use, amid dashboards showing tens of thousands of users and a tiered “non/light/heavy” usage classification. Some workers welcome the tools for productivity gains, while others worry about being labeled underperformers or overworked as AI adoption accelerates.

Azure Copilot Migration Agent: AI-Driven Planning for Faster Cloud Migrations
technology1 month ago

Azure Copilot Migration Agent: AI-Driven Planning for Faster Cloud Migrations

Microsoft unveiled the public preview of the Azure Copilot Migration Agent, an AI-powered assistant in the Azure Migrate dashboard that accelerates migration planning by agentless VMware discovery (with the Azure Migrate Collector for offline inventory), auto-generating landing zones via Terraform or Bicep and sequencing wave plans, and handing app modernization tasks to development teams through GitHub Copilot. The agent provides planning enhancements but does not perform actual migrations; end-to-end execution remains in Azure Migrate, with VMware workloads currently the most fully supported. Tenant enablement is required, and pricing has not been announced.

technology10 months ago

GitHub Copilot Enhances Coding with Agent Mode and Web Browser

The article discusses the complexities and practical benefits of using GitHub Copilot's Agent Mode and MCP in software development, emphasizing that these tools are primarily aids for decision-making and automation rather than replacements for comprehensive engineering processes. It highlights real-world scenarios where AI accelerates coding tasks, but also cautions about over-reliance and organizational issues, advocating for thoughtful integration and communication.

"GitHub Copilot Extension Revolutionizes Developer Efficiency in Visual Studio 2022"
technology2 years ago

"GitHub Copilot Extension Revolutionizes Developer Efficiency in Visual Studio 2022"

GitHub Copilot, an "AI pair programming tool," has launched Copilot Extensions, allowing developers to extend it with third-party skills from partners like DataStax, Docker, Microsoft Azure, and more. The goal is to make Copilot the most integrated, powerful, intelligent AI platform, enabling natural language programming and integration with any tool in the developer tech stack. These extensions will live in the GitHub Marketplace, with the ability for developers to create their own private extensions. The aim is to help developers stay in their flow and interact with systems in natural language without switching context, and the extensions are currently in private preview.

"Apple to Launch AI Code-Writing Tool to Compete with GitHub Copilot"
technology2 years ago

"Apple to Launch AI Code-Writing Tool to Compete with GitHub Copilot"

Apple is close to completing a new AI tool for app developers that will rival Microsoft's GitHub Copilot, using artificial intelligence to predict and complete blocks of code, potentially saving time and money. The tool, part of the next major version of Xcode, is expected to be released to third-party software makers this year. Apple is also exploring AI for code generation and plans to introduce new AI features in its upcoming iOS and iPadOS 18 updates, with a gradual approach to AI development. The company is also considering AI features for Apple Music playlists, Keynote, and a revamped version of Spotlight.

"Exploring the Evolution and Impact of AI Coding Assistants"
technology2 years ago

"Exploring the Evolution and Impact of AI Coding Assistants"

AI coding assistants have become essential for developers, offering features like code generation, comprehension, and issue resolution. The top 5 AI coding assistants worth trying are GitHub Copilot, Codeium, Cody, Code GPT, and Tabnine, each with unique features and capabilities. These tools can enhance productivity, generate and understand code, and expedite issue resolution, ultimately allowing developers to focus more on coding and less on code-related challenges.

"Enhanced Features in Visual Studio GitHub Copilot Extension"
technology2 years ago

"Enhanced Features in Visual Studio GitHub Copilot Extension"

The latest release of Visual Studio GitHub Copilot Chat Extension introduces productivity features like slash commands and context variables, as well as preview features such as Exception Assistant and Test Failure Analysis. Community feedback is generally positive, with users praising features like #solution references but expressing concerns about certain slash commands and suggesting customization options. Developers interested in activating preview features can do so by accessing Options in Visual Studio.

Google's Duet AI and Gemini Pro: A Smarter and More Secure Solution for Developers
technology2 years ago

Google's Duet AI and Gemini Pro: A Smarter and More Secure Solution for Developers

Google has made its AI-powered code completion and generation tool, Duet AI, and Gemini Pro generally available. Duet AI now includes support for datasets from 25 partner companies, while Gemini Pro offers capabilities for log summarization, error explanation, and automated test generation. Google positions these tools as complementing coding skills and increasing productivity. Meanwhile, GitHub announced that GitHub Copilot Chat will become generally available in December as part of the current GitHub Copilot subscription.

Google's Duet AI and Gemini Pro: Smarter AI Assistants Now Available
technology2 years ago

Google's Duet AI and Gemini Pro: Smarter AI Assistants Now Available

Google has announced the general availability of Duet AI for Developers, its suite of AI-powered assistance tools for code completion and generation. The company plans to incorporate its more powerful Gemini model in the coming weeks. In addition to partnering with 25 companies to provide datasets for code completion and generation, Google is also collaborating with companies like Datadog and JetBrains to offer documentation and knowledge sources. Duet AI for Developers supports over 20 languages and includes features such as AI log summarization and error explanation. The service will be free until January 2024, after which it will cost $19 per user per month with an annual commitment.