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Four Years After Microsoft Acquisition, Esports Site Start.gg Goes Independent With Some Changes
Just over four years ago, Microsoft purchased the esports tournament organizing platform Start.gg, which was then known as Smash.gg before its rebranding. Now, Start.gg has announced that ...GameSpot - 11h -
WM CEO says new acquisition is a 'natural hedge' for the company
In an interview with CNBC's Jim Cramer, WM CEO Jim Fish described how the waste management company's recent acquisition helps reduce volatility.CNBC - 1d -
Microsoft shares slip on weak quarterly revenue guidance
Microsoft intends to address execution challenges in its key cloud unit, while continuing to endure supply constraints.CNBC - 2d -
Microsoft shares slide after cloud growth disappoints
Tesla expects vehicle business to return to growth in 2025Financial Times - 2d -
Knicks trade deadline preview: What they need, targets and why biggest acquisition might already be on roster
New York is 31-16, with the league's second-best offense -- can they team get even better before the deadline?CBS Sports - 3d -
Trump says Microsoft in talks to buy TikTok
President Trump on Monday said Microsoft is one of the technology companies eyeing TikTok to keep the app in the United States amid a looming government ban. When asked if Microsoft was one of the ...The Hill - 3d -
Microsoft Is One of the Companies Eyeing TikTok, Trump Says
‘I like bidding wars because you make your best deals,’ Trump said as he spoke to reporters aboard Air Force One.Inc. - 3d -
Denmark increasing military spending amid Trump Greenland acquisition talk
Denmark this week announced a $2 billion security package for Greenland, making another large commitment to the defense of the Arctic nation as President Trump repeatedly calls to acquire the ...The Hill - 3d -
Microsoft's underperformance has investors looking to cloud for growth
Microsoft's stock has badly lagged its tech peers in the past year as cloud growth has been basically stagnant in recent quarters.CNBC - 3d -
Trump says Microsoft is one of the companies eyeing TikTok
President Donald Trump says Microsoft is among the U.S. companies looking to take control of TikTok to help the popular app avert an effective ban that could kick-in in AprilABC News - 4d -
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Microsoft's business development chief Chris Young resigns
Chris Young, who joined Microsoft in 2020, worked on the software company's investments, its OpenAI relationship and the Activision Blizzard acquisition.CNBC - Jan. 23 -
How Eagles got to 2025 NFC Championship: Key acquisitions, turning point, pivotal win, season results
The path to the Eagles' success in 2024CBS Sports - Jan. 22 -
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 -
How Commanders got to 2025 NFC Championship: Key acquisitions, turning point, pivotal win, season results
Evaluating Washington's 2024 seasonCBS Sports - Jan. 22 -
How Chiefs got to 2025 AFC Championship: Key acquisitions, turning point, pivotal win, season results
How the Chiefs got to the AFC Championship gameCBS Sports - Jan. 22 -
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 -
Novastone solves SME Succession Challenges with Operator-led Acquisitions
Novastone Capital Advisors (NCA) partners with experienced operators to reshape the future of Search Funds. NCA's Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition Program solves SME succession challenges, ...CBS News - Jan. 20 -
Mitchell Robinson will be Knicks' big midseason acquisition
Hampered by little maneuverability, the Knicks' biggest midseason upgrade this season may end up being Mitchell Robinson.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 17 -
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 -
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 -
Transfer portal got you down? One college AD suggests an 'acquisition fee' could fix some problems
The athletic director at a mid-sized school that’s making a splash this season has a modest proposal that might offer one way to tame what many say is a transfer-portal system run amok in college ...ABC 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 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 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 -
Booming Market for E-Commerce Returns Spurs an Acquisition by DHL
Huge volumes of returned goods from online purchases are inspiring legacy freight operators to buy specialized delivery companies, increasing their share of the growing business in buyer’s remorse.Inc. - Jan. 10 -
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 -
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 -
Jets Reportedly Looking At Rangers and Flyers Defenseman As Trade Deadline Acquisition
The Fourth Period released its trade watch list, mentioning the Winnipeg Jets as a possible suitor for multiple defensemen.Yahoo Sports - 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 -
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 -
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 -
U.S. Steel sues Biden admin, union boss after president blocks acquisition deal
U.S. Steel and the Japanese firm that had sought to acquire it are suing the Biden administration after the president announced he was blocking a proposed deal for the iconic American manufacturer.NBC 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 -
US Steel acquisition by Japan’s Nippon blocked
Domestic steel production is essential to U.S. security, Biden said.ABC News - Jan. 3 -
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 -
Biden to announce decision on U.S. Steel acquisition as early as Friday
President Biden announced Friday he would reject Nippon Steel's proposed acquisition of U.S. Steel.CBS News - Jan. 3 -
Biden decides to block Nippon Steel’s $15 billion acquisition of U.S. Steel: Report
The White House is expected to announce U.S. President Joe Biden’s decision to block Nippon Steel’s $15 billion takeover bid of U.S. Steel on Friday.CNBC - Jan. 3
