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Diageo’s board has moved decisively to install former Tesco chief executive Sir Dave Lewis to lead the drinks giant’s turnaround, while in the advertising world VML confirmed that long‑time executive Mel Edwards will step away in spring 2026 — two leadership moves that signal corporate...

Microsoft’s Australian legal challenge is the sharpest enforcement test yet of how tech giants bundle artificial intelligence into subscription services and communicate price changes to consumers, with the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) alleging that Microsoft misled...

Windows 10 will stop receiving free security fixes on October 14, 2025 — and if your PC can’t take the free Windows 11 upgrade, you have five realistic paths forward: enroll in Extended Security Updates (ESU), buy or rent a new Windows 11 PC (including cloud PCs), perform an unsupported upgrade...

As the calendar races toward October 14, 2025, a striking and inconvenient truth has emerged: a very large portion of the global PC installed base is still running Windows 10, even as Microsoft prepares to stop issuing free security updates and feature patches for that OS. PC makers, market...

A single‑plaintiff lawsuit out of San Diego has turned what many saw as an administrative milestone — Microsoft’s announced end of support for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025 — into a test case over forced obsolescence, the company’s pivot to AI‑optimized hardware, and whether courts can or...

OpenAI's ChatGPT has achieved a significant milestone, surpassing 900 million global downloads, solidifying its position as the leading AI chatbot worldwide. This achievement underscores ChatGPT's widespread adoption and the growing integration of generative AI into daily activities. Dominance...

In late June 2025, Microsoft faced scrutiny over a blog post that appeared to suggest a significant decline in Windows users. The post initially stated that Windows was powering "over a billion" active devices, a notable decrease from the "over 1.4 billion" figure reported in 2022. This...

In the bustling terrain of America’s software services sector, certain powerhouse brands have emerged not just as market leaders but as ubiquitous presences in daily digital life. Their platforms underpin productivity, communication, and the very search for information itself. As we examine the...

South Africa's digital advertising landscape is undergoing a transformative shift, driven by rapid technological advancements and evolving consumer behaviors. As the market is projected to reach $816 million by 2026, brands are compelled to adapt to these changes to maintain relevance and...

Microsoft’s latest quarterly performance has sent shockwaves through the tech landscape—not solely for the sheer scale of its numbers, but for the strategic vision behind them. With revenue soaring past $70 billion and subscription growth outpacing even bullish analyst estimates, Microsoft is...

When it comes to the world of artificial intelligence (AI) and retail, Microsoft has been making waves. A recent report highlights Microsoft’s successful partnership between its AI assistant, Copilot, and Bing, showcasing how these technologies are revolutionizing shopping experiences for...

HP has unveiled its lightest consumer laptop yet: the HP Pavilion Aero 13 laptop PC, starting at less than 2.2 pounds (1 kg). This is also the first Pavilion laptop to feature a full magnesium aluminum chassis, a 4-sided narrow bezel and a 90% screen-to-body-ratio. When Windows 11 is available...

Acer has introduced a suite of new consumer notebooks across its Swift, Spin and Aspire series, all powered by 11th Gen Intel Core processors with Intel Iris Xe graphics. The refreshed devices also come with features such as full HD IPS touch screens, ports that provide fast and convenient data...

Black Friday deals from Microsoft Store kick off today in the U.S. Save big on Surface, Xbox, Windows 10 PCs and more this holiday! Whether you shop online from the comfort of home, line up before dawn with the holiday crowds, or like most people, mix it up and shop online and in stores – our...

Due a 'publishing problem' some users experienced problems after installing recent updates. This has now been rectified with details below: "Microsoft is aware of a publishing issue with the October 10th, 2017 monthly security updates for Windows 10 version1703 (KB4041676) and version 1607...

At a recent Investor Day, Intel finally gave us a formal launch window for its upcoming 8th generation of Core CPUs, dubbed Coffee Lake this time around. Expected to launch in the second half of 2017, the Coffee Lake update to the current Kaby Lake processors will offer an expected 15% bump in...

I'm planning to get myself a "27 inch or 32 inch" monitor(Full HD 1080p). Basically for daily uses. I've checked brands like "LG, HP, DELL, SAMSUNG, and VIEWSONIC". Which brand has the best quality? What about ViewSonic? They used to be pretty good, but some said that they're not as good as...

Your Services Agreement and Privacy Statement made clearer Link Removed Read the Microsoft Privacy Statement We are updating the Microsoft Services Agreement, which applies to your use of Microsoft consumer online products and services. We’re making these updates to clarify our terms and...

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