Microsoft Reunites Windows and Surface Groups, Hires Key AI Talent Ahead of 'AI PC' Push
• Windows and Surface teams merged back together under new leader after previous shake-up didn't work out • Move comes as Microsoft prepares big "AI PC" push to showcase neural processing capabilities • DeepMind co-founder Mustafa Suleyman hired to oversee consumer AI efforts, replacing Parakhin • Goal is to bring more coherence to AI strategy across Windows, Surface, Bing, Edge • New Windows/Surface head Davuluri key player in ARM-based Surface devices, signifying reduced reliance on Intel