From PushSquare:

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Not sure exactly what it means yet - but I'm sure more details will come over the coming months.

...maybe the Rapture is upon us?

Wow. They're much more afraid of Google than I expected.

It is both too early and too late for April Fools.

Edited the link so it doesn't break the layout.
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OT: I wondered why frogs were raining from the clouds this morning, now I know.

By integrating Sony’s cutting-edge image sensors with Microsoft’s Azure AI technology in a hybrid manner across cloud and edge, as well as solutions that leverage Sony’s semiconductors and Microsoft cloud technology, the companies aim to provide enhanced capabilities for enterprise customers. In terms of AI, the parties will explore incorporation of Microsoft’s advanced AI platform and tools in Sony consumer products, to provide highly intuitive and user-friendly AI experiences.

https://news.microsoft.com/2019/05/16/sony-and-microsoft-to-explore-strategic-partnership/

There is hope for peace in the world...

Don't count on it for lasting ...

There are differences that won't be reconciled between the two ...

Oh wow. Not sure what to think...I feel better than I would have in the past....I can't even come close to thinking of an appropriate gif to accompany this news.....

See?!

Interesting times.

Sounds like a simple business partnership. Happens all the time. I don't see much to freak out over.

On the consumer side, it will be interesting to see what does and does not change. With Microsoft's experience in developing streaming solutions for gaming, it seems like a very natural to add Sony as a client.

Potentially a good move for Microsoft in their fight against Amazon and Google in the consumer AI market. "In terms of AI, the parties will explore incorporation of Microsoft’s advanced AI platform and tools in Sony consumer products, to provide highly intuitive and user-friendly AI experiences."

I can't wait to disable Cortana on PS5.

If you are not religions you best believe now is the time to start thinking whether this is a GOD.  I believe Revelations says the next time GOD does a reset it will be by fire.  I have my asbestos suit ready.