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Microsoft’s recent acquisition of Activision-Blizzard has led to a significant development: the cancellation of a new Blizzard video game that had been in development for six years.
Microsoft Intune, a cloud-based service in the enterprise mobility management (EMM) space, has announced new capabilities set to roll out this month. These updates aim to make the user interface (UI) more coherent and put more controls in the hands of users.
The FTC’s investigation follows similar examinations by Britain’s Competition and Markets Authority and the European Union’s executive branch. These regulatory bodies have also expressed concerns that Microsoft’s partnership with OpenAI could trigger antitrust investigations.
Microsoft’s gaming division layoffs of 1,900 signal industry shifts, sparking worries about job security and market competition.
Microsoft Podcasts offers a diverse range of shows catering to various interests and expertise levels. Whether you’re interested in cybersecurity, cloud computing, tech insights, or cultural discussions, Microsoft has you covered. With a total of 44 podcasts, including 23 active and 21 archived ones, there’s a wealth of content waiting for you.
Today Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22635.3066 (KB5034209) was released to the Beta Channel.
The Xbox Developer Direct 2024 event showcased some of the most anticipated titles in the gaming industry. The event lasted about 50 minutes and covered updates and news for Avowed, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II, and Ara: History Untold.
Xbox Developer Direct 2024 is a highly anticipated event that will reveal more details and gameplay footage of some of the most awaited games for Xbox and Game Pass.
Vodafone and Microsoft have entered into a significant alliance, pledging an investment of $1.5 billion over a span of ten years. This collaboration is aimed at driving advancements in artificial intelligence (AI), digital payments, and the Internet of Things (IoT), marking a pivotal step towards technological innovation and growth in these areas.
CES 2024 is the world’s largest and most influential technology event, where global innovators and brands come together to showcase their latest products and breakthrough technologies. CES is a platform for companies to meet new partners and conduct business.
There is a lot of Microsoft news now, but the most prominent one is the lawsuit filed by The New York Times against Microsoft and OpenAI, the company behind the popular AI chatbot ChatGPT. The newspaper accuses the pair of infringing its copyright and abusing its intellectual property. New York Times sues Microsoft and OpenAI According to the lawsuit, Microsoft …
As noted by in a report by The Verge, Microsoft recently acquired 407 acres of land in Mount Pleasant, Wisconsin, including a popular pumpkin farm attraction, in a deal worth $76 million. This strategic investment is part of Microsoft’s grand plan to construct a state-of-the-art, multi-building data center, solidifying its commitment to the village with a staggering $1 billion investment. …
Microsoft Corp (MSFT) is poised to terminate its support for the Windows 10 operating system. However, this decision, aimed at ushering in a new era, comes with an unintended consequence: the potential disposal of approximately 240 million personal computers (PCs), raising a significant environmental alarm, as emphasized by Canalys Research in a report by Reuters. Windows 10’s Environmental Toll: A …
Following Microsoft’s triumphant $69 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard King for Xbox, CEO Bobby Kotick is set to step down on December 29, 2023, after nearly 33 years at the helm. Activision Blizzard confirmed the news, first reported by The Verge.
Microsoft is transforming the world of songwriting through its groundbreaking Copilot AI, presenting both opportunities and challenges for the music industry. The recent integration of a Suno plugin takes Copilot to new heights, allowing users to effortlessly generate tunes even without any musical expertise. Let’s delve into the details of this innovative partnership. Microsoft Copilot AI: A brief overview Initially …
Microsoft has successfully dismantled the infrastructure of the notorious cybercrime operation, “Storm-1152.”
In a groundbreaking collaboration reported by GeekWire, Seattle-based startup LevelTen Energy has joined forces with industry giants Microsoft, Google, and two clean energy firms to establish the Granular Certificate Trading Alliance. Announced on December 14, 2023, this innovative partnership aims to facilitate the transition towards 24/7 carbon-free power, moving beyond the conventional focus on solar and wind energy. Traditionally, corporate …
In a surprising turn of events as reported via CNBC, LinkedIn has decided to halt its ambitious project, code-named “Blueshift,” which aimed to shift its data center technology from physical facilities to Microsoft’s Azure cloud. This move is a setback for Microsoft in its pursuit of cloud dominance, where it faces fierce competition from Amazon Web Services (AWS). LinkedIn abandons …
In the fiscal year of 2023, Microsoft reported a staggering $72 billion in revenue, marking a remarkable 63% surge from 2020. This financial ascent not only showcases the company’s prowess but also exemplifies its relentless pursuit of growth and innovation.
Microsoft is exploring the possibility of using nuclear power for data centers, which are the backbone of its cloud computing and AI services. The company has signed a memorandum of understanding with TerraPower and PacifiCorp, an electric utility company, to evaluate the feasibility and benefits of deploying a new type of nuclear reactor, called the Natrium reactor, near one of its data centers in Wyoming.
Microsoft’s financial results for the second quarter of fiscal year 2023, which ended on December 31, 2022, were announced. The company reported a revenue of $52.7 billion, a 2% increase compared to the same period last year. The revenue growth was driven by strong performance in the Intelligent Cloud segment, which grew by 14%, and the Productivity and Business Processes segment, which …
On December 7, 2023, Microsoft held its annual meeting of shareholders online, due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The Microsoft annual meeting was attended by more than 10,000 shareholders, who voted on various proposals and asked questions to the company’s leadership.
Microsoft is drawing the attention of the UK Antitrust regulator Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), which has turned its gaze towards the intricate ties binding Microsoft and OpenAI.