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.
Musk has dropped fraud claims against OpenAI and its co-founders
Elon Musk has dropped his fraud claims against OpenAI and its co-founders Sam Altman and Greg Brockman.
Microsoft now lets you pause Windows updates indefinitely
Microsoft is bringing a major change to its Windows Update feature, allowing users to delay updates indefinitely.
Microsoft now lets AI complete tasks directly inside Office apps
Microsoft has announced the launch of a new feature called 'Agent Mode' in its Office apps, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. The company had earlier referred to this advanced capability as "vibe working."
Microsoft rolls out first-ever voluntary retirement plan in 50 years
Microsoft has announced its first-ever voluntary employee buyout program, a move that will impact nearly 7% of its US workforce.
Microsoft's new AI agent could take on entry-level tech jobs
Microsoft has unveiled its latest advancement in artificial intelligence (AI) technology, the Foundry Agent Service.
Google takes on NVIDIA with new AI chips
Google Cloud has unveiled its eighth generation of custom-built artificial intelligence (AI) chips, or tensor processing units (TPUs).
Who is Dan Shapero, LinkedIn's new CEO?
Microsoft has announced the appointment of Dan Shapero as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of LinkedIn.
Why Microsoft is facing a $2.8B lawsuit in the UK
A London tribunal has given the green light to a mass lawsuit against Microsoft, The Guardian reported.
Microsoft cuts Xbox Game Pass prices, new 'CoD' games excluded
Microsoft has announced a price cut for its Xbox Game Pass subscription service.
Microsoft Teams will soon stop you from accidentally raising hand
Microsoft is working on a redesign for its online meeting software, Teams.
If sci-fi intrigues you, grab these reads!
Bill Gates, the co-founder of Microsoft and a well-known book lover, has often shared his love for science fiction. He believes that these books can inspire innovation and creativity.
US firms lobbied EU to keep data center pollution secret
An investigation has revealed that Microsoft and other American tech giants successfully lobbied the European Union (EU) to keep the environmental impact of their data centers under wraps.
Claude Opus 4.7 is Anthropic's most powerful public model yet
Anthropic has launched its latest artificial intelligence (AI) model, the Claude Opus 4.7.
Microsoft's Recall feature continues to face privacy concerns
Microsoft's AI-powered Windows feature, Recall, is facing fresh security and privacy concerns.
How to turn dull household chores into fun activities
AI-powered apps are revolutionizing the way we deal with everyday chores by making them fun adventures.
Why Microsoft has raised prices of its Surface devices
Microsoft has announced a significant price increase for its entire range of Surface PCs, including midrange and flagship models.
Google, Meta, and Microsoft don't stop tracking you after all
A recent study by California Privacy Audit has revealed that major tech companies like Meta, Google, and Microsoft continue to track users even after they have opted out.
Microsoft tests OpenClaw-style AI agents for autonomous Copilot
Microsoft is testing OpenClaw-style features in its 365 Copilot, The Information reported.
Microsoft to retire Outlook Lite, pushing users to full app
Microsoft has announced its decision to retire the Outlook Lite app for Android on May 25, 2026.
GitHub now has over 27M developers from India
GitHub, the world's leading platform for software development and version control, has witnessed a massive surge in its Indian developer base.
OpenAI accuses Musk of 'legal ambush' ahead of trial
OpenAI has accused Elon Musk of a "legal ambush" just weeks before a major trial.
Microsoft tweaks Windows Insider program: What changes for you?
Microsoft has made a major change to its Windows Insider Program (WIP), allowing testers to access experimental features without the need for third-party apps like ViVeTool.
US summons banks over cyber risks from Anthropic's AI model
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell have summoned top bank executives to a meeting this week.
Big Tech criticises EU after child abuse detection law expires
Google, Meta, Snap, and Microsoft have condemned the European Parliament's decision to not extend a law allowing big tech firms to search for child sexual exploitation on their platforms.
Microsoft triggers 'Copilot code red' to fix AI gaps
Microsoft's CEO Satya Nadella has launched an emergency initiative called "Copilot code red," according to a Benzinga report.
OpenAI halts Stargate UK project citing high energy costs
OpenAI has temporarily halted its Stargate UK project, an AI infrastructure initiative with NVIDIA.
LinkedIn hit with lawsuits over 'hidden' browser tracking
LinkedIn is embroiled in a legal battle over its practice of scanning users' browsers to identify their extensions.
Why Bill Gates will testify before US Congress in June
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates will testify before the United States Congress in June as part of an investigation into Jeffrey Epstein's crimes.
Anthropic hires Microsoft exec Eric Boyd to boost AI infrastructure
Anthropic, a leading artificial intelligence (AI) start-up, has appointed Eric Boyd as the head of its infrastructure division.
Anthropic builds AI so powerful it won't release publicly
Anthropic has announced that it will not be releasing its latest artificial intelligence (AI) model, Mythos, to the public.
Why Microsoft is now building its own AI models
Microsoft is embarking on a new journey in the artificial intelligence (AI) space.
Microsoft to invest $10B in Japan's AI, cybersecurity sectors
Microsoft has announced a massive investment of 1.6 trillion yen ($10 billion) in Japan from 2026 to 2029.
Microsoft takes on OpenAI, Google with 3 new AI models
Microsoft has unveiled three new in-house AI models, including a speech transcription system, a voice generation engine, and an image creator.
Why Iran sees Gulf data centers as strategic war targets
In a major shift in modern warfare, Iran has been targeting commercial data centers and tech-related infrastructure across the Gulf.
Iran strike damages Amazon cloud infrastructure in Bahrain
Iran has targeted Amazon's cloud computing operations in Bahrain, according to a report by Financial Times.
Xbox Games Showcase set for June 7: What to expect
Xbox has announced its next major showcase event, scheduled for June 7.
How Microsoft Copilot's 'Critique' feature reduces AI hallucinations
Microsoft has introduced new features in its Copilot research assistant, allowing users to leverage multiple AI models within the same workflow.
Sony hikes PS5 prices again, second increase in a year
Sony has announced a price hike for its flagship PlayStation 5 consoles, the second such increase in less than a year.
Apple hires ex-Google executive to lead AI product marketing
Apple has announced the appointment of Lilian Rincon, a former Google executive, as its new VP of Product Marketing for AI.
SoftBank secures $40B bridge loan to back OpenAI investment
SoftBank Group has announced a $40 billion bridge loan to boost its investment in ChatGPT-maker OpenAI and for general corporate purposes.
Anthropic eyes IPO as early as October, could raise $60B
Anthropic, the company behind the popular AI chatbot Claude, is considering an initial public offering (IPO) as early as October. The move comes amid a surge of interest in artificial intelligence.
Microsoft's diversity head resigns amid AI-led HR restructuring
Microsoft's Chief Diversity Officer, Lindsay-Rae McIntyre, is leaving the company at the end of March. She will be taking up a new role as Chief People Officer at another organization next month.
OpenAI warns partnership with Microsoft could jeopardize its business
OpenAI has warned that its close relationship with Microsoft could pose a risk to its business.
Windows 11 brings back movable taskbar after years of backlash
Microsoft is bringing back the option to move the Windows taskbar in an upcoming update for Windows 11.
Microsoft rolls back some Copilot AI integrations in Windows 11
Microsoft is rolling back some of its Copilot AI integrations in Windows 11.
Windows 11 to let users pause updates indefinitely
Microsoft has announced a major shift in its Windows 11 update policy, giving users more control over their update experience.
'MAI-Image-2': Microsoft's new AI model generates photorealistic images
Microsoft has unveiled its latest text-to-image artificial intelligence (AI) model, MAI-Image-2.
Amazon is developing AI smartphone: What to expect
Amazon is planning to re-enter the smartphone market with a new device, according to Reuters.
Microsoft unifies consumer, commercial Copilot under new leadership
Microsoft has announced a major executive reshuffle, appointing Jacob Andreou as the new head of Copilot. The move comes as part of a broader strategy to unify the consumer and commercial aspects of Copilot.
'GigaTIME': Microsoft's new AI could speed up cancer tissue analysis
Microsoft has unveiled a groundbreaking artificial intelligence (AI) technology, GigaTIME, capable of converting standard pathology slides into complex protein-mapping data.
You can soon use Copilot AI assistant on your Xbox
Microsoft is all set to integrate its Gaming Copilot AI assistant into current-generation Xbox consoles.
Elon Musk's ketamine use can't be questioned during OpenAI trial
US District Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers has ruled that Elon Musk's use of the drug ketamine cannot be questioned during an upcoming jury trial.