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Microsoft loses status as OpenAI's exclusive cloud provider
Microsoft won't be the sole cloud provider for OpenAI but can decide whether to deliver the capacity or allow another company to do it.CNBC - Jan. 22 -
U.S. investors liked the Stargate AI news. Asian investors loved it.
SoftBank shares surged — on five times the previous day’s volume — on Wednesday after the Japanese investment group landed a starring role in an U.S. artificial intelligence infrastructure buildout ...MarketWatch - Jan. 22 -
CEOs need a mindset shift on growth
Corporate leaders must embrace risk more for the long-term good of their companiesFinancial Times - Jan. 22 -
Microsoft Edge Now Features This Popular Steam-Like Feature
Late last year, Microsoft signaled its plans to make Edge the preferred browser for PC gamers with the first look at the Microsoft Edge Game Assist . It's a version of Edge that was specifically ...GameSpot - Jan. 21 -
X Games will test AI from Google Cloud for judging snowboarding competitions
Making its debut in Aspen, X Games will leverage AI technology from Google Cloud to enhance objectivity in subjectively judged sports. The aim is to deepen fan engagement, and provide valuable ...VentureBeat - Jan. 21 -
Is Microsoft Excel the Next Big E-Sport?
At the Microsoft Excel World Championship in Las Vegas, there was stardust in the air as 12 finance guys vied to be crowned the world’s best spreadsheeter.The New York Times - Jan. 20 -
How to Use Parental Controls in Your Google, Apple, and Microsoft Accounts
The three biggest tech companies all offer a wealth of options to limit screen time, find lost devices, and more.Wired - Jan. 20 -
Rare 'UFO clouds' spotted in UK skies
Northern parts of the UK have been treated to the stunning sight of lenticular clouds. Matt Taylor explains how they form.BBC News - Jan. 17 -
Microsoft just built an AI that designs materials for the future: Here’s how it works
Microsoft researchers unveil MatterGen, which accelerates scientific discovery 15X and doubles success rates for stable compounds.VentureBeat - Jan. 16 -
Microsoft raises price of consumer version of Microsoft 365 for first time in 12 years
In a blog post Thursday, Microsoft said it's increasing the price of its Microsoft 365 bundle for consumers by $3 a month.CNBC - Jan. 16 -
Enterprises can now run real-time data through Google Cloud’s most advanced VMs
Early adopters like Couchbase are already seeing significant price-performance gains with Google Cloud's new VMs.VentureBeat - Jan. 16 -
Microsoft leaders meet with Trump, Musk at Mar-a-Lago
Microsoft’s top leaders met with President-elect Trump, Vice President-elect JD Vance and Elon Musk at Mar-a-Lago on Wednesday, a company spokesperson confirmed to The Hill. Microsoft CEO Satya ...The Hill - Jan. 16 -
Edge computing’s rise will drive cloud consumption, not replace it
Successful edge AI deployments require deep integration between edge and cloud, complex orchestration and new approaches to data management.VentureBeat - Jan. 16 -
Investor interest in defense grows
Yahoo News - Jan. 16 -
Why Microsoft Says You Should Start Prepping for Quantum Computing Now
Become ‘quantum-ready’ in 2025, says the tech giant, as it rolls out new quantum computing resources for businesses.Inc. - Jan. 15 -
Microsoft’s AutoGen update boosts AI agents with cross-language interoperability and observability
Microsoft's AutoGen for AI agents is popular among agent developers, and a new update addresses observability and flexibility issues.VentureBeat - Jan. 15 -
Microsoft launches Copilot Chat with AI agents; take that, Gemini!
Microsoft wants to make using Copilot a daily habit and take on Google's aggressive push of Gemini for Workspace.VentureBeat - Jan. 15 -
Microsoft Is Ending Support for Windows 10 Office Apps in October
As the push toward Windows 11 continues, Microsoft confirms that Windows 10 users will lose support for apps including Word, Excel, and Outlook.Wired - Jan. 15 -
Microsoft Is Now Giving You A Lot More Options For Repairing Your Xbox
Microsoft has announced new options for support to repair your Xbox console. The first, for in-person repairs, will begin on January 20 with uBreakiFix by Asurion becoming an Xbox Authorized ...GameSpot - Jan. 15 -
Watch: Huge clouds of water and fire retardant dumped on LA wildfires
Fire crews have been dropping water and fire retardant on blazes around Los Angeles since last week.BBC News - Jan. 12 -
Tennis looks ‘cooked’ as Australian Open starts under giant doping cloud
“I haven’t done anything wrong.” So read the back-page headline on Saturday’s Melbourne Age, above a plaintive-looking photograph of world No1 Jannik Sinner.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 11 -
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Microsoft confirms performance-based job cuts across departments
Microsoft is cutting a small percentage of jobs across departments, based on performance, the company confirmed to CNBC on Wednesday.NBC News - Jan. 9 -
The Slow Growth of Hand-Painted Clothes
In an era of fast fashion, some yearn for clothing with a personal touch.The New York Times - Jan. 9 -
Uncertainty Over Trump’s EV Policies Clouds 2025 Forecast for Carmakers
Possible tariffs and an end to a $7,500 tax credit are only two factors that could affect automakers’ plans as the new administration assumes power.Inc. - Jan. 9 -
Microsoft contributes $1 million to Trump's inauguration fund
Microsoft would like President-elect Donald Trump to make sure that U.S. artificial intelligence policy in the next four years will support its goals.CNBC - Jan. 9 -
Google and Microsoft donate $1m each to Trump’s inaugural fund
Tech giants follow footsteps of other major companies, including Amazon, Meta, OpenAI and Uber. Google and Microsoft have donated $1m each to Donald Trump ’s inauguration fund, following in ...The Guardian - Jan. 9 -
Microsoft confirms performance-based job cuts across departments
Microsoft said it's cutting a small percentage of jobs across departments, based on performance.CNBC - Jan. 9 -
Warner Bros. shakes up studio leadership amid film underperformance
The move comes as the Warner film studio faces pressure to increase its profitability. The exiting executives, Josh Goldstine and Andrew Cripps, were not in charge of picking movies.Los Angeles Times - Jan. 8 -
Microsoft Wants To Bring "The Best Of Xbox And Windows" To Handheld PCs
AT CES 2025, Microsoft VP of Next Generation Jason Ronald teased a refreshed user experience for Windows handheld gaming PCs: one that could combine the best aspects of its operating system and ...GameSpot - Jan. 8 -
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Microsoft Says It's Time to Replace Your Old Windows 10 PC
The company is using the carrot of "new features" and the stick of "no more updates for your old PC."Wired - Jan. 7 -
Microsoft Plans to Invest $3 Billion on AI, Cloud Infrastructure in India
The company plans to grow the company’s Azure cloud business in India and set up new data centers.The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 7 -
4 years after Capitol attack, Trump pardons cloud future of Jan. 6 cases
With Trump's pledge to issue pardons and shut down the investigation, many of those who breached the Capitol four years ago could see their convictions erased.CBS News - Jan. 6 -
Microsoft Says AI Will Lead To Job Losses, Invests $80 Billion In The Tech
Microsoft has doubled down on its plan to invest $80 billion into artificial technologies in 2025, while at the same time admitting that advancements to the technology will lead to job losses. This ...GameSpot - Jan. 6 -
China rushes to reassure investors as equities and renminbi fall
CSI 300 down 4.2% this year and currency slides to 15-month low as Donald Trump’s return weighs on marketsFinancial Times - Jan. 6 -
Microsoft May Bring "All Their Big Games" To PS5, Analyst Says
According to a veteran video game industry analyst, 2025 could be the year that Microsoft goes "all-in" on bringing its Xbox games to other platforms, including PlayStation 5. Microsoft, of course, ...GameSpot - Jan. 3 -
College Football Playoff overreactions: Big Ten has surpassed the SEC, Ohio State looks unbeatable
The Buckeyes are playing better than anyone in college footballCBS Sports - Jan. 2 -
Activist investors give Japan a wake-up call
A critical mass of shareholder activists are forcing companies to adjustFinancial Times - Jan. 2
