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.
These limited-run Crocs look like an Xbox controller
Microsoft has teamed up with Crocs to launch a limited-edition pair of Xbox-themed shoes.
Microsoft's latest AI model works offline and controls your computer
Microsoft has unveiled a new small language model, dubbed Fara-7B. The innovative system is designed to perform agentic tasks directly on a user's device.
You now get Xbox-like gaming experience on Windows laptops, PCs
Microsoft has announced the expansion of its Xbox Full Screen Experience (FSE) to laptops, desktops, and tablets.
Is Microsoft repeating Windows 8 debacle with 'agentic OS' push?
Microsoft's recent effort to turn Windows into an "agentic OS" has faced backlash from users.
Microsoft just made Windows handheld gaming more Xbox-like
Microsoft has announced that the "full screen experience" (FSE), initially available on Xbox Ally and Ally X, will be available for all Windows 11 handheld devices starting today.
Why Pornhub wants tech platforms to verify age on device
Pornhub's parent company, Aylo, has urged major tech players Apple, Google, and Microsoft to adopt device-based age verification in their app stores and operating systems.
Microsoft's AI agents can now create Word, Excel, PowerPoint projects
Microsoft has announced the launch of dedicated artificial intelligence (AI) agents for its popular productivity tools: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Microsoft launches Agent 365 to help businesses manage AI agents
Microsoft has unveiled Agent 365, a new platform aimed at helping businesses manage the increasing number of AI agents. These agents are expected to automate workplace tasks.
How Microsoft is transforming Windows into an 'agentic OS'
Microsoft is gearing up to transform Windows into an "agentic OS" by integrating AI agents into the taskbar of Windows 11.
Anthropic's valuation skyrockets to $350B after Microsoft, NVIDIA's investment
Artificial intelligence (AI) start-up Anthropic has seen its valuation soar to around $350 billion. This is a significant jump from the company's previous valuation of $183 billion in September.
Bengaluru gang posed as Microsoft support, stole millions from Americans
The Bengaluru police have busted a major cybercrime racket that duped unsuspecting US citizens by posing as Microsoft's technical support team.
New flaw in Windows lets hackers access sensitive info
India's Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) has issued a high-severity alert for a remote code execution vulnerability in Microsoft Graphics Components (GDI+).
Fortnite arrives on the Xbox PC app next week
Epic Games' popular battle royale title, Fortnite, will be available on the 'Xbox on PC' app starting November 18.
Microsoft, Amazon support bill limiting NVIDIA's chip exports to China
Amazon's cloud unit officials have privately expressed support, and Microsoft has publicly supported a proposed legislation that would further limit chipmaker NVIDIA's ability to export chips to China.
You don't need Xbox to play games in India anymore
Microsoft has officially launched its game streaming service, Xbox Cloud Gaming, in India.
Musk slams Microsoft's OpenAI support as 'insanely suicidal'
Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla, has criticized Microsoft's support for OpenAI as "insanely suicidal."
Intel sues ex-employee for stealing confidential data
Intel has filed a lawsuit against its former software engineer, Jinfeng Luo, for allegedly stealing around 18,000 confidential files. The data included information marked "Intel Top Secret."
Wall Street's AI dream fades as tech stocks plummet
The confidence of investors in artificial intelligence (AI) appears to be waning, with a massive sell-off of tech stocks on Wall Street.
Microsoft forms superintelligence team under AI chief Mustafa Suleyman
Microsoft has announced the formation of a new team dedicated to advanced artificial intelligence (AI) research.
After Israel controversy, Microsoft now lets employees report tech abuse
In the wake of global criticism over its alleged role in Israel's military surveillance, Microsoft has launched a new feature in its Integrity Portal.
Microsoft Copilot will process your data in India by 2025-end
Microsoft has announced its plan to roll out in-country data processing for Microsoft 365 Copilot interactions across 15 countries.
You can now use Microsoft's first in-house AI image generator
Microsoft has launched its first in-house artificial intelligence (AI) image generator, MAI-Image-1.
Microsoft inks multibillion-dollar AI deal with this cloud computing company
Lambda, a cloud computing company backed by NVIDIA, has announced a multibillion-dollar AI infrastructure deal with Microsoft.
OpenAI inks $38B deal with Amazon for AI compute
OpenAI has signed a massive seven-year, $38 billion deal with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to access the cloud computing resources needed for its advanced AI tools.
Microsoft signs $9.7B cloud deal to boost AI infrastructure
Microsoft has signed a massive cloud services contract worth nearly $9.7 billion with data center operator IREN.
Microsoft will expand its workforce again but there's a catch
Microsoft is gearing up to expand its workforce again, but this time with a focus on artificial intelligence (AI), CEO Satya Nadella has announced.
Windows PCs can now share audio between 2 Bluetooth headsets
Microsoft is testing a new feature for Windows 11 that will allow users to share audio between two pairs of wireless headphones, speakers, earbuds, or hearing aids.
Microsoft's Xbox hardware revenue drops 30%
Microsoft's latest earnings report for the quarter ending September 30 has revealed a major hit to its Xbox division.
Microsoft reports $28B in Q1 profits amid AI boom
Microsoft's stock price fell nearly 4% in after-hours trading on Wednesday, despite better-than-expected fiscal first-quarter results.
What caused the Azure outage? Microsoft reveals
Microsoft's Azure cloud platform, along with its popular 365 services, Xbox, and Minecraft, experienced a major outage on Wednesday.
NVIDIA becomes world's 1st company with a $5 trillion valuation
NVIDIA, the US tech giant, has made history by becoming the first company ever to hit a $5 trillion valuation.
Microsoft takes 27 % stake in OpenAI, worth $135B
Microsoft and OpenAI have announced a major restructuring of their long-standing artificial intelligence (AI) partnership.
OpenAI completes for-profit restructuring: Who controls what
OpenAI has completed its restructuring, with its non-profit arm retaining a controlling stake in the for-profit business.
Microsoft's next Xbox will play every game you've ever bought
Microsoft's next-generation Xbox console is set to be a "premium" gaming experience.
Australia sues Microsoft over misleading Copilot AI pricing
Australia's competition watchdog, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC), has sued tech giant Microsoft.
Microsoft's Copilot gets friendlier and more human-like with new features
Microsoft has announced a major update for its artificial intelligence (AI) assistant, Copilot.
Unlike OpenAI, Microsoft won't build AI tools for erotic content
Microsoft has made it clear that it will not develop artificial intelligence (AI) tools for adult or erotic content.
Meet Mico, Microsoft's AI successor to Clippy
Microsoft has launched a new animated artificial intelligence (AI) character called Mico.
Microsoft Edge becomes AI browser to rival OpenAI's ChatGPT Atlas
Microsoft has launched a new "Copilot Mode" for its Edge browser, bringing a wave of artificial intelligence (AI) features.
Bill Gates to appear in 'KSBKBT 2' for this cause
The upcoming episode of Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 is set to feature a special guest appearance by Microsoft co-founder and billionaire Bill Gates.
OpenAI, Oracle to build new AI data center for Stargate
OpenAI, Oracle, and Vantage Data Centers have teamed up to build a state-of-the-art data center campus in Wisconsin.
Microsoft might have revealed what next-generation Xbox will be like
Microsoft has been dropping hints about its next-generation Xbox console, revealing some key features.
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella's compensation jumps 22% to $96.5M
Microsoft's Chief Executive Officer, Satya Nadella, has received a whopping 22% raise in his total pay for 2025.