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Massive Layoffs at Microsoft: 1,900 Employees Axed Post $69B Activision Blizzard Deal

Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer told employees Thursday that the gaming workforce would be reduced by 1,900, or approximately 8% of its gaming division.

Microsoft Hires ChatGPT Creator OpenAI's Ousted CEO, Fueling Tensions at the AI

The business that built ChatGPT was thrown into disarray Monday after Microsoft recruited its dismissed CEO and several staff vowed to join him in a disagreement over how to construct artificial intelligence smarter than humans.

Annual Gaming Industry Conference E3 Takes Place In Los Angeles

Fraud Victim Gets Refund After Chasing Both Microsoft and Tesco

As most scams go where most victims just cry and do nothing to fight back, it is apparent that Lesley Urwin is no ordinary mom.

Suspected Russian Hacking: Microsoft Says if Found Malicious Software in Its System from SolarWinds

SolarWinds Hack: Was There a Microsoft Backdoor?

Several organizations are struggling with the effect of SolarWinds' Orion network management tools' massive hacking incident. Microsoft revealed that it found "compromised binaries" on its systems.

Microsoft Became The First Major U.S. Tech Company to Endorse Privacy Protection Pact With the EU

Microsoft has became the first major U.S. tech company to endorse the Privacy Shield agreement between EU and the U.S. The company agreed to discuss the framework of data protection further with the EU officials soon.

Company Acquisition: Microsoft Acquired Music Player App By The Name "Groove"

Months after rebranding Xbox Music and relaunched it by the name Groove, Microsoft acquired a music player app that goes by the same name. The Montreal-based startup agreed to sell the name and technology to Microsoft, but the details are disclosed by both companies.

Intel Introduces Augmented Reality (AR) World Through X- Ray Visioning Daqri Smart Helmet

Intel’s 3D RealSense Camera empowers Daqri Helmet to represent an augmented reality world at the stage of Consumer Electronics Show, 2016. Through unveiling the smart helmet, Intel is believed to surpass Microsoft in the race towards augmented reality world. The X- ray visioning smart camera is scheduled to become available for purchase from the first quarter of this year.

Australia Revealed List of 600 Major Corp Paid Little to No Income Tax

Australia's tax office published a list of 1500 companies that made more than $100 million in 2013-14 and about 600 paid little to no income tax.

Microsoft delays Windows 10 upgrades for Windows Phone 8.1 to early 2016

Even though Microsoft said earlier in October that the rollout of Windows 10 Mobile to existing Windows Phone 8.1 users would start in December, the company is now delaying the upgrades to early 2016.

Microsoft Philanthropies Launched to Improve Access to Technology

Microsoft has formed a new philanthropic arm to improve access to technology to combat some of world's challenging problems. Brad Smith, the software giant's President and Chief Legal Officer announced on Tuesday that the new philanthropic arm, Microsoft Philanthropies will focus on driving greater inclusion, and empowerment of people who do not yet have access to technology and the opportunities it offers.

Uber Launched Desktop App on Windows 10

Uber created a desktop app to enable users hail a ride from their desktop. Unfortunately, the app is unable to work on its own.

Microsoft is Volunteering Windows Open Live Writer (OLW): Open-Source Blogging Tool Revived

The once-famous Live Writer is revived by Microsoft and being released as open source Live Writer in version 0.5 format. However, if you are not comfortable with open-sourced software, you can download the conventional WLW too.

Is Microsoft Stock Still Worth Buying

Whether to buy Microsoft stock is a question investors started thinking last year as the iconic tech company got rid of its decade-long status as a perennial straggler. Microsoft Corp. (Nasdaq: MSFT) stock soared almost 40% from November 2013 to November 2014, investors were keen to jump on board. But since then, investors have had reason to wonder if it's still a good idea to buy MSFT stock

Surface Book to replace the laptop and the tablets

Microsoft's first laptop, Surface Book is basically a laptop first, that can work as a tablet.

Windows 10 Lumia for the budget smartphone market sells for $139

Windows 10 run Lumia 550 is up for grabs for only $139.

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Second Chance for FTX? Exchange Offers Full Repayment Plus Compensation to Creditors

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Equinox’s Ultra-Pricey Program Aims to Extend Your Life

Equinox, a high-end fitness business, is charging for the ultimate luxury: longer life. The business unveiled a subscription on Monday that, at a whopping $36,000 annually, entitles users to more than 100 tests designed to improve health and lengthen life.

Can a $22,000 All-Inclusive Resort Live Up to the Hype?

According to a JLL Research Hotels & Hospitality research, demand for all-inclusive resorts surged after the pandemic. The study found that suddenly, many travelers desired stress-free, simple-to-plan trips, ideally with a health focus.

Crypto Price Predictions for 2026: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Option2Trade Will Increase Value

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Crypto Giant Kraken Makes Waves in Europe with New German Deal

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