Ladies and gentlemen, gather 'round as we unravel the latest episode in the tech world’s ongoing soap opera—Microsoft, the giant in the realm of operating systems and cloud services, finds itself under the microscope once again. This time, it’s not about software bugs or system updates, but...
As the year draws to a close, the tech world refuses to rest. Welcome to the December 28 round-up where misbehaving Windows Updates, Google's legal gymnastics, and AI's emerging impact on malware take center stage. Let’s unpack the stories that every tech enthusiast, Windows user, and digital...
Hold onto your seats, WindowsForum community, because Big Tech is in the spotlight again, and this time Microsoft is center stage. In the latest round of antitrust showdowns, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has turned its attention to the Redmond-based software giant, questioning its bundling...
From scaling the heights of generative AI dominance to faltering under sharp security criticism, Microsoft has had a year that stretched the boundaries of success, missteps, and uncertainty. The $3 trillion tech titan added approximately half a trillion dollars to its valuation in 2024 alone but...
Just when you thought cloud computing was as harmless as a fluffy white cumulus cloud, news breaks that the UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is taking a closer look at Microsoft and its cloud practices. This investigation has the potential to reshape the landscape of cloud services...
Microsoft has been struck with another wave of scrutiny, this time involving a reported antitrust investigation launched by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). But here’s the kicker—it’s not just the investigation that has the tech giant in a mood. It’s how Microsoft found out about the probe...
Microsoft, the software behemoth synonymous with your favorite productivity suite, Windows OS, and the Azure cloud platform, has found itself in legal hot water in the UK. The tech giant may soon be writing a hefty check if a newly announced class-action lawsuit proves successful. Spearheaded by...
In a development that could reshape the cloud computing landscape, Microsoft is embroiled in legal battles in the UK over its licensing practices, a situation poised to impact thousands of businesses utilizing services from competitors such as Amazon, Google, and Alibaba. Legal claims allege...
In a significant legal development, Microsoft is facing a lawsuit in the United Kingdom that may shake up the cloud computing landscape. The lawsuit, spearheaded by competition lawyer Maria Luisa Stasi, alleges that Microsoft has set higher licensing fees for businesses utilizing its Windows...
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In a bold bid to disrupt Microsoft's cloud supremacy in Europe, Google has reportedly laid down a staggering €100 million in incentives aimed explicitly at a European trade group, the Cloud Infrastructure Service Providers in Europe (CISPE). The stakes are high in this ongoing experience...
Microsoft, one of the world's leading tech giants, has landed in hot water yet again. In a move that revives memories of its infamous antitrust battle from the late 1990s, Microsoft has become the latest focus of a US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) investigation. This time, the areas of concern...
In the latest installment of Windows Weekly, Leo Laporte, Richard Campbell, and Paul Thurrott break down some of the hottest topics in the world of Microsoft and beyond, offering insights that are sure to resonate with Windows enthusiasts and IT professionals alike. Episode 908, amusingly titled...
In a twist that adds a new layer to the already dramatic saga surrounding OpenAI and its co-founder Elon Musk, the tech mogul has formally named Microsoft and venture capitalist Reid Hoffman as defendants in an amended lawsuit. This development comes as Musk's legal troubles with OpenAI...
In a significant move that could reshape the cloud computing landscape, the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is gearing up to investigate Microsoft’s cloud business for potential anti-competitive practices. This investigation falls within a broader context of scrutiny aimed at major tech...
In a bold proclamation that stirs the already turbulent waters of tech rivalries, Microsoft has publicly accused Google of orchestrating "shadow campaigns" aimed at discrediting its cloud computing divisions. This dramatic escalation in their long-standing rivalry highlights the fierce...
In the latest episode of Windows Weekly, episode 902 titled "Nothing to Declare," the trio of tech aficionados—Leo Laporte, Richard Campbell, and Paul Thurrott—dive into an intriguing mix of topics that every Windows user should be aware of. Notably, their discussion revolves around the eagerly...
Gather ‘round, tech enthusiasts, for yet another enlightening episode of Windows Weekly hosted by the dynamic trio of Leo Laporte, Richard Campbell, and Paul Thurrott. Dubbed the episode for seekers of inside scoops, especially those perched on the edge of innovation in the world of Windows...
The hearings will focus on competition in digital markets, anti-competitive conduct of “dominant firms,” and whether current laws and enforcement policies are adequate.
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The European Union’s top antitrust official said over the weekend that he has confirmed with Microsoft that the software giant will change Windows 8 to comply with any EU antitrust requirements. The comments, allegedly made by Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer, refer to a new...