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Microsoft appears in 163 stories we have published between October 2026 and November 2026, mostly in our Technology and Business coverage. It is most often reported alongside Amazon, OpenAI and Google.
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Amsterdam protest shuts down Microsoft’s $1B data centre site
More than 100 activists climbed cranes and shut down work at Microsoft’s $1 billion data centre site in Amsterdam on November 6. The protest was part of a two-day campaign across 16 European countries, organised by groups demanding stricter environmental rules and community oversight. Governments and corporations now face rising pressure to address the energy, water and climate costs of AI expansion.
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Amsterdam protest shuts down Microsoft’s $1B data centre site
Activists stormed Microsoft’s $1B data centre site in Amsterdam, sparking pan-European protests over AI’s environmental and resource costs.
PRISM reports 35% revenue growth to ₹2,814 crore in Q1 FY27
PRISM, OYO’s parent company, posted 35% revenue growth to ₹2,814 crore and a 17% rise in net profit to ₹353 crore in Q1 FY27.
Sam Altman addresses memory remarks, OpenAI patches ChatGPT flaw, meets Samsung and SK Group
Sam Altman clarifies his contested comments on memory allocation, OpenAI fixes a ChatGPT security vulnerability, and seeks AI infrastructure partnerships…
Texas data center freeze and global protests split AI infrastructure sector
Texas’s proposed permit freeze sent Microsoft and Amazon shares up 6% while CoreWeave plunged 10%.
Microsoft scraps tens-of-billions Texas AI deal with Nscale
Microsoft walked away from a tens-of-billions-dollar option to expand AI computing capacity at Nscale’s Texas data centre, halting a 2025 contract just months…
OpenAI pitches AI policy plan as voters reject data center expansions
OpenAI’s Chris Lehane outlines five policy priorities for AI ahead of the 2028 U.S. election, while voters in 10 states reject data center expansions.
Trump administration rebrands AI as "Super Intelligence" in loyalty test
The U.S. government has rebranded artificial intelligence as "Super Intelligence" under an executive order, turning terminology into a political loyalty test…
Microsoft lets users move Windows 11 taskbar—but not by dragging
Microsoft reintroduced taskbar repositioning in Windows 11 via Settings, not dragging.
Microsoft launches Xbox Series X-BITE sweepstakes with console inside alligator sculpture
Microsoft is giving away a limited-edition Xbox Series X encased in a five-foot alligator sculpture. Enter the #XbiteSweepstakes by November 10.
Russia orders Apple and Microsoft to store user data for 3 years
Russia’s new data-retention law forces Apple and Microsoft to keep user messages, calls and videos for three years—or risk fines and bans.
Enterprise AI shifts to decision models for structured outputs
TypeSafe AI, Articul8, PurpleTalk, and ConvAI Innovations lead the push for decision models in enterprise AI, offering structured outputs for finance…
Anthropic reports $17 billion revenue, $23.3 billion loss ahead of $100 billion IPO
Anthropic’s quarterly revenue surged twelvefold to $17B, but rising compute costs drove a $23.3B net loss.
AI bots exploit iPhone Duo scarcity as Apple struggles with supply constraints
Scalpers use AI to secure Apple’s iPhone Duo in seconds, reselling for double the $1,999 retail price.
Africa’s first AI fund: Enza Capital closes $58M
Enza Capital raises $58M for Africa’s first AI-focused venture fund, targeting startups that adapt AI for local languages, patchy connectivity, and proprietary…
Microsoft partners with Lumen for AI networking on Azure, launches Xbox trade-in push
Microsoft expands its collaboration with Lumen Technologies to offer AI-focused networking solutions for Azure, alongside an Xbox trade-in program via Best Buy…
Jabra Evolve3 65 Flex launches as a business Bluetooth headset with adaptive ANC and boomless mic
Jabra’s Evolve3 65 Flex is a business-focused Bluetooth headset with adaptive ANC, a boomless microphone, wireless charging, and certifications for Teams…
Windows 11’s GPU scheduling can reduce VRAM by nearly 1GB on budget GPUs
Tests show disabling hardware-accelerated GPU scheduling in Windows 11 can free up nearly 1GB of VRAM on 6GB/8GB GPUs, boosting performance in memory-intensive…
Xbox defends AA batteries in controllers amid industry shift to rechargeable
Microsoft continues using AA batteries in Xbox controllers, citing consumer choice, while Sony and Nintendo use rechargeable batteries. Gamers remain split.
Big Tech cuts share buybacks 83% to fund $557B AI spending in 2026
Microsoft, Alphabet, Amazon, Meta, and Oracle reduced share buybacks by 83% in 2026, prioritizing AI infrastructure spending over shareholder returns.
Wikimedia Foundation urges balanced fair use in NYT’s copyright lawsuit against OpenAI
Wikimedia Foundation files amicus brief in The New York Times' lawsuit against OpenAI and Microsoft, advocating for balanced fair use in AI training…
Microsoft revenue jumps 19% to $92.3 billion as Azure and Copilot adoption accelerates
Microsoft reported $92.3B in revenue for July-September, with 30% cloud growth and a 5x increase in Copilot daily users. Azure revenue rose 48% year-over-year.
Wikimedia Foundation argues AI training is fair use but RAG responses are not in OpenAI lawsuit
Wikimedia Foundation submits amicus brief in The New York Times vs OpenAI case, arguing AI training on copyrighted content is fair use but RAG responses may…
Microsoft Project and Office 2024 lifetime licenses drop to $49.97 until November 1
Microsoft Project Professional 2024 and Office 2024 Professional Plus lifetime licenses are available for $49.97 each until November 1, down from $1,299.99…
Apple launches touchscreen MacBook Pro, iPhone Duo, and AirPods Max 2
Apple’s October 2026 announcements include its first touchscreen MacBook Pro, the iPhone Duo folding phone, award-winning AirPods Max 2, and the MacBook Neo…
Microsoft warns AI cyber threats are now mainstream, UK most targeted in Europe
Microsoft’s UK Security Head says AI-driven cyberattacks are a real threat, with the UK facing 76 nation-state incidents in a year.
Hacker leaks data on 40,000 Homeland Security employees including CBP and ICE agents
A hacker published personally identifiable information of over 40,000 US DHS employees after breaching an Okta single sign-on system.
Dayforce launches Claude connector and Agentic HCM Platform for AI-driven HR workflows
Dayforce introduced a Claude connector for plain-language HR workflows and unveiled its Agentic HCM Platform, featuring tools like Dayforce Build and a 2027…
Microsoft reports $92.3 billion quarterly revenue, discloses Azure and OpenAI earnings for first time
Microsoft reports record $92.3 billion quarterly revenue, 19% growth, and $36.6 billion net income. Azure and OpenAI revenue disclosed for the first time.
Sarvam partners with India’s defence ministry for AI tech as Tata Group and Microsoft make headlines
Sarvam secures a five-year agreement to develop AI for India’s armed forces.
Windows 11 removes Bing redirection from built-in internet speed test
Microsoft is testing a native internet speed test in Windows 11’s Quick Settings, removing the Bing redirection used in earlier versions.
Microsoft warns AI utility gap as PC gaming costs surge and Brotli flaw triggers patches
Satya Nadella highlights AI's productivity gap at Davos 2026. PC gaming faces hardware price surges, and a critical Brotli compression vulnerability triggers…
Handheld gaming consoles get pricier as AI memory shortages squeeze supply
Prices for handheld gaming consoles like Lenovo Legion Go, Steam Deck, and Nintendo Switch 2 are rising due to AI-driven memory component shortages.
Why USB port colors vary: No standard behind orange, blue connectors
Orange and blue USB ports lack universal standardization, with manufacturers using colors to indicate features like enhanced charging or USB 3.0 speeds—but…
Dutch government to cut 25,000 jobs by 2035 using AI to save €3.5 billion annually
The Dutch government plans to eliminate 25,000 full-time jobs by 2035, using AI to save €3.5 billion annually.
Microsoft offers voluntary buyouts to 60,000 employees in US, India, UK, and Canada
Microsoft is offering voluntary buyouts to 60,000 employees in the US, India, UK, and Canada to cut costs and refocus on AI initiatives.
Microsoft Teams to introduce AI-powered phishing detection in November 2026
Microsoft Teams will roll out AI-powered phishing detection in November 2026, analyzing conversation context without retaining user data.
Passkeys vs passwords: why tech giants are betting on cryptographic keys
Passkeys replace passwords with cryptographic keys, resisting phishing and breaches but introducing new risks like device dependence and platform lock-in.
Microsoft, Alphabet, Goldman Sachs among 22 companies opposing OKXICE stock tokenization
22 publicly traded companies, including Microsoft and Goldman Sachs, object to OKXICE’s plans to tokenize their stocks under an SEC exemption, citing…
AI industry sees wave of shutdowns, pivots, and failures across startups and big tech
From workflow automation tools like Relay to high-profile hardware like Humane AI Pin, AI projects face shutdowns, pivots, and failures due to competition…
Nscale sued in Norway over wrongful dismissal and illegal subcontracting
An engineer sues AI cloud firm Nscale and subcontractor CloudBrothers in Norway, alleging wrongful dismissal and violations of subcontracting laws…
Xbox plans handheld device for late 2027, delays next-gen console to 2028
Microsoft shifts focus to a custom handheld device for late 2027, while its next-gen Xbox console, Project Helix, faces delays and cost concerns.
Hardware vs. software: Tools to control multiple computers with one keyboard and mouse
KVM switches, J5Create Wormhole, and LoopMotion provide hardware alternatives to software like Synergy or Microsoft’s Mouse without Borders.
Microsoft tests Context Vault as manual alternative to Windows 11 Recall
Microsoft’s Context Vault requires manual input, unlike Recall. It uses cloud AI, supports third-party tools like Claude, and may add encryption for security.
Microsoft confirms Windows Server update breaks Outlook on Exchange, removes Copilot features
Microsoft acknowledged a Windows Server security update causing Outlook access problems on Exchange Server systems.
Microsoft’s MAI-DxO AI outperforms doctors in diagnostics, Windows Defender matches paid antivirus
Microsoft’s MAI-DxO AI system achieves 83% diagnostic accuracy in complex medical cases, more than double the rate of generalist physicians.
Microsoft introduces per-hour pricing for Xbox Cloud Gaming starting November 2026
Microsoft will replace unlimited free cloud gaming for Xbox Game Pass subscribers with tiered free hours and paid top-ups starting November 2026.
Microsoft Rolls Out Disc-to-Digital for Xbox and AI Security Tools for Enterprises
Microsoft’s new Disc-to-Digital feature lets Xbox users convert physical games to digital licenses, while Guardian Agents and sovereign cloud tools address AI…
Anthropic’s Cloud Challenges and Wealth-Sharing Plans Highlight AI Sector Risks
Anthropic faces cloud capacity shortages, massive losses, and reliance on key customers ahead of its IPO.
Apple unveils touchscreen MacBook Pro, M6 iMac, and OLED iPad mini at ‘Pro and Tell’ event
Apple’s ‘Pro and Tell’ event introduced its first touchscreen MacBook Pro, M6-powered iMac, OLED iPad mini, and updates to Apple Creator Studio.
Apple’s Tim Cook tops list of highest-paid departing CEOs as John Ternus navigates crises
A 2026 study ranks Tim Cook as the highest-paid departing CEO with $950M in cumulative compensation.