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Tech layoffs continue in 2025: Microsoft, Amazon, Intel slash over 1 lakh jobs worldwide
Technology | Jul 03, 2025, 12:47 PM ISTMore than 1 lakh jobs have been lost in the global tech sector in 2025, with major players like Microsoft, Intel, IBM, Amazon, and Google trimming their workforce amid economic challenges, AI-led restructuring, and shifting priorities.
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Microsoft fires thousands of workers in second mass layoff in months
Business | Jul 02, 2025, 11:53 PM ISTMicrosoft, however, declined to say how many people would be laid off but that it will comprise less than 4 per cent of the workforce it had a year ago.
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Microsoft Windows' infamous 'blue screen of death' getting a makeover soon
Technology | Jun 27, 2025, 11:15 AM ISTThe updates to the notorious error screen were part of wider efforts by Microsoft to bolster the resilience of the Windows operating system, particularly in the wake of last year’s CrowdStrike incident.
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Microsoft to lay off thousands of salespeople after cutting 6,000 jobs in May
Technology | Jun 19, 2025, 12:45 PM ISTMicrosoft has not directly connected the recent layoffs to its increased investment in AI. However, many observers suggest that the ongoing shift towards AI-driven automation may be impacting Microsoft's vision for its workforce.
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Microsoft unveils scrollable and customisable Start Menu for Windows 11 users
Technology | Jun 10, 2025, 07:06 PM ISTMicrosoft has rolled out a revamped Start menu in the latest Windows 11 Dev Channel build, featuring a scrollable interface, adaptive scaling, customizable layouts, new lock screen widgets, and better mobile integration.
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Microsoft tests quick recovery and easy migration features in latest Windows 11 update
Technology | Jun 03, 2025, 06:30 PM ISTMicrosoft is testing major new features for Windows 11, including Quick Machine Recovery to fix boot failures automatically and a PC-to-PC migration tool to help users easily transfer data to a new system. These upgrades are part of the latest Dev channel preview build 26200.5622.
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Microsoft Windows 11 update brings bold, italics and hyperlinks to Notepad: Is word still needed?
Technology | May 31, 2025, 01:56 PM ISTThe update, currently rolling out to developer builds, enhances the simplicity of Notepad, but it still lacks several key features needed to rival Microsoft Word or Google Docs for serious writing.
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Microsoft layoffs linked to AI restructuring, not performance: Satya Nadella explains
Technology | May 30, 2025, 05:35 PM ISTSatya Nadella clarified that the recent layoffs affecting 6,000 employees were due to internal reorganisation driven by the company’s growing focus on AI, not performance issues. Chief Product Officer Aparna Chennapragada addressed misconceptions around coding.
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Microsoft blocks emails mentioning ‘Palestine’ and ‘Gaza’ amid internal protests
Technology | May 23, 2025, 05:18 PM ISTMicrosoft is reportedly blocking internal and external emails containing politically sensitive terms such as ‘Palestine’, ‘Gaza’, and ‘genocide’. The move follows employee protests over the company's ties with Israel and growing concerns about free speech among staff.
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Ex-Microsoft employee Vaniya Agrawal protests at Build 2025, demands justice for Gaza
Technology | May 22, 2025, 09:50 AM ISTIndian-American software engineer Vaniya Agrawal has once again disrupted a major Microsoft event, this time at Build 2025, protesting against the company's ties with Israel. She was previously removed from Microsoft's 50th anniversary celebrations for similar reasons.
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Microsoft to lay off 3% of its workforce in latest round of job cuts
Technology | May 14, 2025, 11:46 AM ISTThe total number of Microsoft employees was 228,000, of which 2,000 were fired in January this year. Now, the company has planned to layoff 6,780 employees.
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Microsoft Azure forecast beats expectations, shares jump 7 per cent amid AI boom
Technology | May 01, 2025, 07:04 PM ISTMicrosoft stock jumps 7 per cent after Azure cloud business posts 33 per cent growth and strong AI-driven forecast, easing fears of a slowdown in global AI spending.
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Microsoft finally rolls out ‘Recall’ and other AI features for Copilot+ PCs
Technology | Apr 27, 2025, 07:00 PM ISTThese new AI tools aim to boost productivity by offering smarter search, AI-assisted writing, and background screenshot capturing. Available across Snapdragon, Intel, and AMD-powered PCs, Copilot+ models promise faster performance, longer battery life, and a better user experience.
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Xbox Games Showcase Returns June 8: What to expect from Microsoft’s Summer Gaming Event
Technology | Apr 10, 2025, 09:05 PM ISTMicrosoft has set the stage for its Xbox Games Showcase 2025, going live on June 8. Streaming across major platforms, the event promises fresh reveals, game updates, and a special deep dive into The Outer Worlds 2, hinting at what’s next for Xbox fans in the second half of the year.
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Who is Vaniya Agrawal, who shamed Satya Nadella, Bill Gates, at Microsoft's 50th anniversary event?
World | Apr 07, 2025, 10:25 PM ISTMicrosoft's 50th anniversary celebration in Washington on March 4 was interrupted by two employees who protested against the company’s alleged ties with the Israeli military.
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Microsoft's next 50 year to focus on empowering builders, not just building tech: Satya Nadella
Technology | Apr 07, 2025, 03:33 PM ISTAt Microsoft’s 50th anniversary, CEO Satya Nadella reflected on the company’s journey from a humble software startup to a global tech leader. He credited founders Gates, Ballmer, and Allen for building a platform that empowers people and drives innovation worldwide.
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50 Years of Microsoft: Gates, Ballmer, and Nadella celebrate with AI twist
Technology | Apr 06, 2025, 02:37 PM ISTMicrosoft’s 50th anniversary was more than a milestone. It was a celebration of innovation, legacy, and a future powered by AI.
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Microsoft Windows 365 Link Mini PC launched with Cloud-based solution for businesses
Technology | Apr 03, 2025, 10:17 PM ISTMicrosoft’s Windows 365 Link mini PC is an innovative cloud-first computing device tailored for businesses embracing remote work. With fast boot times, centralized IT management, and cloud connectivity, it could become a game-changer for modern enterprises.
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Microsoft Windows 11 25H2 testing begins: What to expect?
Technology | Mar 26, 2025, 11:05 AM ISTMicrosoft Windows 11 25H2 is yet to be officially announced by the company, but reports state that it is under development. Meanwhile, it will support Windows 11 version 23H2 and Windows 10 version 22H2, which is set to end later this year (2025), making 25H2 an important update.
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Yogi Adityanath attends groundbreaking ceremony of Microsoft’s India Development Centre in Noida
Uttar Pradesh | Mar 08, 2025, 05:44 PM ISTUttar Pradesh: As part of the MOU, Microsoft and India AI together will skill 500,000 individuals, including students, educators, developers, government officials, and women entrepreneurs, by 2026.