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Shapiro turns his attention to Microsoft, which is exploring integrating ChatGPT-like functionalities into its Office suite. This move is reminiscent of resurrecting Clippy, the once-dismissed virtual assistant, but with a modern twist. Shapiro considers this a positive development—using AI within productivity tools to enhance efficiency rather than betting on integrating it into Bing as a search engine.
He emphasizes that embedding AI in office applications could lead to more intuitive, helpful user experiences. While likening Microsoft’s potential approach to bringing back Clippy, Shapiro recognizes that this familiar interface might ease user adaptation.