The Stack — June 03, 2026

Today's technology briefing covers significant developments in AI/ML, industry movements, infrastructure, and the developer world:AI/MLGitHub has shifted its Copilot service to a usage-based pricing model, which has led to dissatisfaction among users who find their AI credits depleting quickly, potentially increasing costs. This change reflects a broader trend towards usage-based billing in AI services, necessitating careful management of AI resources. Additionally, Microsoft has launched several new MAI models, including the MAI-Code-1-Flash, aimed at enhancing AI capabilities in specific applications.IndustryIn industry news, Board, a startup combining physical and digital gaming, has raised $20 million in a Series A round, and Focused Energy has secured $240 million to develop laser-powered fusion technology. These funding rounds highlight ongoing investment in innovative technologies. Meanwhile, Tencent is testing an AI agent within WeChat, designed to assist users with tasks using mini-apps, although the company faces challenges with computational resources for large-scale deployment.InfrastructureCybersecurity incidents continue to pose challenges, with Dashlane experiencing a cyberattack that compromised about 20 customer accounts through brute-forcing of two-factor authentication systems. Additionally, a Red Hat NPM channel compromise resulted in the distribution of a malicious worm, emphasizing vulnerabilities in software supply chains.Developer WorldKDE Plasma is transitioning towards Wayland, marking a significant shift from X11 to enhance performance and introduce new features. The QBE compiler backend has released version 1.3, bringing optimizations and support for the Windows ABI, reflecting ongoing efforts to improve software performance and maintainability. Microsoft's Scout AI agent, built on the OpenClaw framework, aims to automate routine tasks within Microsoft 365 applications, enhancing productivity and efficiency.These developments underscore the dynamic nature of the tech landscape, with ongoing advancements in AI, cybersecurity challenges, and evolving software development tools shaping the future of technology.