Microsoft: News
Microsoft is an American multinational technology company headquartered in Washington, US. It produces consumer electronics, personal computers, computer software, and other related products and services. The company was founded in 1975 by Bill Gates and Paul Allen. It released the Microsoft Windows in 1985 and in 1990 it introduced the Microsoft Office Suit. Other popular software systems include the Internet Explorer, Microsoft Vista, and Edge Web browser. Its product-line includes Surface series laptops and tablets as well as Xbox video game consoles.
14 Jun 2025
GoogleWhy Google is planning to cut ties with Scale AI
Google, the biggest customer of Scale AI, is planning to sever its ties with the artificial intelligence (AI) data-labeling start-up.
13 Jun 2025
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningMicrosoft Copilot just gained 'vision' to become your AI-powered tutor
Microsoft has launched a new feature, Copilot Vision, for its AI assistant on Windows.
11 Jun 2025
ChatGPTOpenAI picks Google Cloud to power ChatGPT in landmark deal
OpenAI has partnered with Alphabet's Google Cloud, according to sources who spoke to Reuters.
10 Jun 2025
Windows 11You can now try Windows 11's new Start menu
Microsoft has made available for testers a new version of the Start menu for its Windows 11 operating system.
09 Jun 2025
AsusMicrosoft just revealed its first handheld gaming console
Microsoft has officially unveiled its first gaming handheld devices, the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X.
08 Jun 2025
XboxMicrosoft's Xbox app for Windows now shows your console games
Microsoft's Xbox app for Windows has started displaying Xbox console games in its library.
06 Jun 2025
TechnologyMicrosoft faces backlash for aggressive Windows 11 ad campaign
Microsoft is facing backlash for its latest advertisement promoting Windows 11.
04 Jun 2025
NVIDIANVIDIA overtakes Microsoft to become world's most valuable company
NVIDIA has overtaken Microsoft to become the world's most valuable publicly traded company.
04 Jun 2025
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningTurns out Builder.ai's AI was 700 engineers in India!
Builder.ai, a London-based start-up once valued at $1.5 billion, has filed for bankruptcy after its so-called artificial intelligence was exposed as hundreds of human workers in India pretending to be chatbots.
03 Jun 2025
Walt Disney StudiosDisney fires hundreds in 4th layoff round in 10 months
The Walt Disney Company has begun a new round of layoffs, affecting hundreds of employees across its global operations.
03 Jun 2025
BingMicrosoft Bing users can now generate videos from text prompts
Microsoft has integrated an AI-powered video generator into its Bing search engine.
02 Jun 2025
SwitzerlandMicrosoft will spend $400M on AI, cloud computing in Switzerland
Microsoft has announced a $400 million investment in Switzerland.
29 May 2025
XboxMicrosoft starts testing Copilot for Gaming on Xbox app
Microsoft has launched the beta version of its Copilot for Gaming experience in the Xbox app on iOS and Android.
28 May 2025
Microsoft WindowsWindows Update will now handle your third-party apps and drivers
Microsoft is expanding the capabilities of its Windows Update service, allowing it to handle updates for third-party apps and drivers.
25 May 2025
Indian GovernmentAttention! Your Windows device may be at high-risk of cyberattacks
The Indian government has recently issued a high-severity cybersecurity warning for users of Microsoft products, specifically those using Windows on their laptops and desktops.
21 May 2025
AppleHere's why Microsoft's Xbox mobile store is not live yet
Microsoft postponed the launch of its new Xbox mobile gaming store, which was slated for July 2024, because of Apple's policies.
21 May 2025
SpotifyMicrosoft's upcoming feature lets your PC and phone talk seamlessly
Microsoft is working on a new feature, dubbed "Cross Device Resume," for Windows 11. The feature resembles Apple's Handoff function in macOS.
21 May 2025
GoogleGoogle's latest tool can identify content generated by AI
Google has announced a new tool, SynthID Detector, to help users identify content created by its artificial intelligence (AI) models.
20 May 2025
GoogleGoogle I/O starts today—How to watch and what to expect
Google's annual developer conference, Google I/O 2025, is set to commence today at 10 AM PT (10:30 PM IST) and will continue through May 21.
19 May 2025
Satya NadellaMicrosoft employee disrupts Nadella's keynote: What's behind the protest?
Satya Nadella's keynote address at the Microsoft Build developer conference was interrupted by a protester calling for Palestinian rights.
19 May 2025
Windows 11Microsoft unveils new command-line text editor for Windows
At its Build conference, Microsoft has unveiled a new command line text editor, Edit on Windows.
19 May 2025
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningMicrosoft's new tool lets developers add AI chatbots to websites
Microsoft has unveiled an interesting project called NLWeb, aimed at making the process of adding AI chatbots to websites easier.
19 May 2025
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningMicrosoft advances vision of AI-assisted Windows with Model Context Protocol
As part of its ongoing artificial intelligence (AI) initiatives, Microsoft has announced the integration of the Model Context Protocol (MCP) into Windows.
19 May 2025
TechnologyMicrosoft's new AI platform to revolutionize scientific research—Know how
Microsoft has unveiled a new platform, called Microsoft Discovery, at its Build 2025 conference.
19 May 2025
xAIMicrosoft brings Musk's controversial Grok AI to its cloud platform
Microsoft is among the first major cloud service providers to provide access to Grok, an AI model developed by Elon Musk's artificial intelligence start-up, xAI.
19 May 2025
AppleMicrosoft just made it free to publish your app
Microsoft has announced that it will be removing developer onboarding fees for the Microsoft Store on Windows.
19 May 2025
Microsoft CopilotMicrosoft 365 Copilot gets major redesign to enhance AI workflows
Microsoft has announced a major update to its Copilot AI at the Build 2025 conference.
19 May 2025
GitHubGitHub's new AI agent writes and repairs code autonomously
GitHub has unveiled a new AI coding agent that can perform tasks like fixing bugs, adding features, and improving documentation on behalf of developers.
19 May 2025
TechnologyMeet Command Palette, Microsoft's new tool for Windows power users
Microsoft has released an updated version of its PowerToys Run launcher for Windows, now dubbed as the Command Palette.
19 May 2025
Satya NadellaMicrosoft Build 2025 starts today: How to watch the keynote
Microsoft is gearing up for its annual Build 2025 event, which will kick off later today at 9:30pm IST.
19 May 2025
FoxconnNVIDIA launches Lepton—an online marketplace for AI computing power
NVIDIA has launched a new software platform called Lepton to create a marketplace for cloud-based artificial intelligence (AI) chips.
17 May 2025
XboxYou can now pin your favorite games on Xbox homescreen
Microsoft is bringing a handy new feature for Xbox owners - the ability to pin their favorite games and apps right onto the Home User Interface (UI).
17 May 2025
TechnologyMicrosoft unveils Command Palette, a new launcher for Windows
Microsoft has quietly introduced an updated version of its PowerToys Run launcher for Windows, now called the Command Palette.
16 May 2025
ChatGPTOpenAI's new AI agent can execute multiple coding tasks simultaneously
OpenAI has unveiled a research preview of Codex, its most advanced AI coding agent yet.
16 May 2025
GoogleGoogle has more AI patents than Microsoft, NVIDIA, and IBM
Google has taken the lead in the race of AI-related patents, ahead of tech giants Samsung, Huawei, and Microsoft.
14 May 2025
AmazonMicrosoft fires 6,000 employees in its second biggest layoff round
In a major development, Microsoft has announced a massive layoff round affecting around 6,000 employees.
12 May 2025
Sam AltmanOpenAI and Microsoft negotiate new funding terms ahead of IPO
OpenAI, the AI research organization led by Sam Altman, is said to be in talks with Microsoft to renegotiate their existing deal.
10 May 2025
Elon MuskIs Sam Altman open to ending feud with Elon Musk?
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is ready to bury the hatchet with Elon Musk. The two tech moguls have a complicated history; they co-founded OpenAI but are now rivals in the same field.
10 May 2025
Windows 11Microsoft Build 2025: What to expect from Copilot, Windows 11
Microsoft's annual developer conference, Microsoft Build, will be held from May 19-22. The event will highlight the company's latest progress in artificial intelligence (AI) and its Copilot feature.
09 May 2025
ChinaMicrosoft bans employees from using DeepSeek AI: Here's why
Microsoft has banned its employees from using the DeepSeek AI app, citing security concerns and risk of propaganda.
07 May 2025
Sam AltmanWhy OpenAI wants to slash its revenue share with Microsoft
OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, has notified its investors about a major cut in the revenue share offered to its biggest backer, Microsoft.
07 May 2025
QualcommMicrosoft launches its thinnest and lightest AI PCs
Microsoft has unveiled its latest premium AI PCs, the 12-inch Surface Pro and 13-inch Surface Laptop. Both the devices are powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Plus 8-core processors.
07 May 2025
Microsoft ExcelWindows 11 just got smarter with these new AI features
Microsoft has announced a bunch of major improvements for its Windows 11 OS, including an improved Start menu, an AI agent, and a bunch of new artificial intelligence (AI) features.
06 May 2025
Elon MuskMusk 1, Altman 0: OpenAI will remain a nonprofit
OpenAI has announced that its nonprofit division will continue to oversee its for-profit operations, reversing earlier plans to transition to a fully for-profit structure.
05 May 2025
Microsoft TeamsFarewell, Skype: Microsoft retires iconic internet calling app today
Microsoft has finally retired Skype today. The move marks the end of a major chapter in the evolution of video calling technology.
02 May 2025
xAIMicrosoft in talks to host Musk's Grok AI on Azure
Microsoft is gearing up to host Elon Musk's Grok AI model on its Azure cloud platform, according to The Verge.
02 May 2025
TechnologyMicrosoft goes passwordless to simplify logins for new users
Microsoft is taking major steps in its quest for a passwordless future.
02 May 2025
Elon MuskOpenAI to defend against Musk's fraud charges in restructuring lawsuit
A US court has rejected OpenAI's bid to dismiss Elon Musk's fraud allegations, allowing the lawsuit over the company's restructuring to advance.
01 May 2025
Satya NadellaMicrosoft posts $70B revenue fueled by AI growth, beats expectations
Microsoft has posted a strong quarterly earnings report, beating Wall Street's expectations for the fourth straight quarter.
01 May 2025
OpenAIMicrosoft launches new 'reasoning' AI models to rival OpenAI, Google
Microsoft has unveiled a new series of "open" artificial intelligence (AI) models, the most advanced of which is said to be competitive with OpenAI's o3-mini on at least one benchmark.
30 Apr 2025
Mark ZuckerbergAI writes 30% of Microsoft's code, says CEO Satya Nadella
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has revealed that artificial intelligence (AI) writes as much as 30% of the company's code.
29 Apr 2025
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningEmployees are using AI to avoid human interaction, says Microsoft
Microsoft's latest Work Trend report highlights an emerging trend among office employees - using artificial intelligence (AI) to avoid their colleagues.
29 Apr 2025
Windows 11Microsoft's AI tool 'Recall' is secretly copying your private messages
Microsoft has launched "Recall," an AI tool that constantly takes screenshots of almost everything you do on your computer.
26 Apr 2025
Windows 11Microsoft just killed a Windows app users probably never opened
Microsoft has officially confirmed the discontinuation of its Windows Maps app.
26 Apr 2025
Windows 11Microsoft will now let you swear freely while voice typing
Microsoft is adding a new feature in Windows 11 - the ability to disable the profanity filter in voice typing.
26 Apr 2025
Windows 11Your Windows PC can now recall everything you've seen
Microsoft has officially launched the Recall feature, almost a year after announcing it.
25 Apr 2025
OpenAIChatGPT's new tool makes research simpler and cheaper
OpenAI has unveiled a new "lightweight" version of its ChatGPT deep research tool.
24 Apr 2025
Microsoft CopilotHow Microsoft Copilot's new AI agents boost your productivity
Microsoft has launched the 365 Copilot Wave 2 spring release, bringing several new features designed to boost users' productivity and creativity.
22 Apr 2025
BusinessMicrosoft tightens rules for underperformers: No rehiring for 2 years
Microsoft is doubling down on managing employee performance, tightening the screws on underperformers.
22 Apr 2025
ChatGPTYour next online purchase could happen entirely in ChatGPT
OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, appears to be working on a collaboration with Shopify, according to a report by Testing Catalog.
22 Apr 2025
AppleGoogle could leverage AI to extend search monopoly: US government
The US Department of Justice (DOJ) has asserted that Google can utilize its advancements in AI to further to strengthen its online search monopoly.
18 Apr 2025
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningMicrosoft's new AI model can run on CPUs—even Apple's M2
Microsoft has unveiled its most sophisticated one-bit AI model yet, the BitNet b1.58 2B4T. This groundbreaking "bitnet" can run on CPUs, even Apple's M2 chip.
15 Apr 2025
ChatGPTThis keyboard shortcut opens ChatGPT instantly on Windows
Microsoft has been heavily promoting its Copilot AI chatbot on Windows PCs, even adding a dedicated Copilot button that solely launches the Copilot app.
11 Apr 2025
QualcommMicrosoft Recall—that records your PC activity—now rolling out
Microsoft has started gradually rolling out a preview of Recall to Windows Insiders. This suggests that Recall's official release may not be far off.
09 Apr 2025
Microsoft CopilotMicrosoft Copilot can now 'see' your screen—Why it's a game-changer
Microsoft is testing a new feature for its Copilot app on Windows, Copilot Vision.
09 Apr 2025
Bill GatesHere's how much money Bill Gates's children will inherit
Microsoft co-founder and renowned philanthropist Bill Gates has revealed that his three children will inherit less than one percent of his massive wealth.
08 Apr 2025
Bill GatesMeet Vaniya Agrawal—the Indian-origin techie fired by Microsoft over protests
Microsoft has fired two employees, including Indian-American engineer Vaniya Agrawal, after they interrupted an event celebrating the company's 50th anniversary.
07 Apr 2025
California'Forced sex...hidden cameras': Rippling co-founder's wife responds to husband's allegations
Dhivya Sashidhar, wife of tech billionaire and Rippling co-founder Prasanna Sankar, has leveled multiple allegations against her husband, including infidelity and solicitation of prostitutes.
07 Apr 2025
ChinaMicrosoft's joint venture Wicresoft to halt China operations
Microsoft's joint venture, Wicresoft, will cease its operations in China from tomorrow.
