future of work

In a year defined by rapid transformation, few technology stories have captured the tension between disruption and opportunity as sharply as the recent developments at Microsoft. The company, celebrated for decades as a pillar of global tech employment, shocked the industry with sweeping layoffs...

As Microsoft readies itself for another round of significant layoffs—reportedly affecting more than 9,000 employees—the company’s evolving relationship with artificial intelligence (AI) has come under a fresh, unexpected spotlight. This time, talk of AI dominance isn’t focused solely on...

Few topics have stirred the modern workplace quite like artificial intelligence, yet for many employees and organizations, the jump from headlines to hands-on productivity feels daunting. The University of Vermont (UVM), like a growing number of forward-thinking institutions, is answering this...

Artificial intelligence is rapidly becoming intertwined with every aspect of the modern workplace, with implications that extend far beyond mere productivity enhancements. As businesses worldwide navigate this new landscape, a crucial question arises: Is AI truly our greatest ally, or does its...

In the wake of Microsoft’s sweeping layoffs impacting the Xbox division, a notable and somewhat controversial attempt at offering support to affected employees emerged from within the company. Matt Turnbull, executive producer within Xbox Game Studios, briefly posted on LinkedIn that staff...

In recent months, the gaming world has been rocked by sweeping layoffs at Microsoft’s Xbox division, resulting in 9,000 employees unexpectedly losing their jobs. The abruptness of these cuts, the scope of their impact, and the company’s simultaneous investment in artificial intelligence...

The tools that once defined productivity for small businesses—spreadsheets, word processors, and early design software—are being eclipsed by a new wave of artificial intelligence (AI) platforms. Today, Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) are navigating a pivotal transformation, enabled...

Hexagon, a global leader in measurement technology, has unveiled AEON, a humanoid robot designed to revolutionize industrial operations. Launched at the Hexagon LIVE Global event, AEON aims to address labor shortages and enhance efficiency across various sectors, including manufacturing...

The corporate world is witnessing a significant shift not only in the tools it employs, but also in the way leaders communicate with employees during periods of upheaval. The recent episode involving Matt Turnbull, a leader at Xbox Game Studios, underscores how technology—particularly artificial...

In the wake of unprecedented technological disruption and an intensifying race for dominance in artificial intelligence, Microsoft is scripting a new chapter in its storied history—one that fuses bold organizational change, deep product reinvention, and multi-billion-dollar investment into a...

Microsoft’s recent decision to lay off around 9,000 employees—its largest round of workforce reductions since 2023—marks a defining moment amid shifting tides in the global tech industry. This move, which constitutes just under 4% of the company's overall headcount of 228,000 as of July 2024...

Artificial intelligence is quietly revolutionizing not just how we work, but who gets to work—and who doesn’t. Across corporate America, a growing number of managers are using AI tools like ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, and Google Gemini to steer some of the highest-stakes decisions in...

Microsoft’s decision to reduce its workforce by approximately 6,000 to 9,000 employees in 2025—amounting to nearly 3% of its global staff—marks its most substantial round of layoffs since 2023. At first glance, these cuts register as part of the wider tech sector’s era of “right-sizing,” where...

The news of Microsoft’s latest sweeping workforce reduction has sent ripples through the tech industry, highlighting not only the ongoing volatility in global markets but also profound internal changes at one of the world’s most iconic technology companies. With 9,100 employees laid off in July...

Ilunion, a leading consultancy firm specializing in inclusion and diversity, has achieved a significant milestone by saving over 7,000 hours annually in its legal department through the implementation of Microsoft 365 Copilot AI agents. This advancement is part of Ilunion's broader digital...

The traditional 9-to-5 workday is rapidly becoming a relic of the past. In its place, a new paradigm has emerged: the "infinite workday," characterized by a continuous cycle of digital communication that blurs the lines between professional and personal time. This shift has profound implications...

Australians are witnessing a new era of computing unfold as Microsoft Australia rolls out its high-energy Copilot+ PC campaign, fronted by none other than Jane Lu, the celebrated founder and CEO of Showpo, renowned entrepreneur, Shark Tank judge, and social media personality. In collaboration...

From a childhood in the bustling neighborhoods of Mirpur, Dhaka, to a leadership role at one of the world’s foremost technology powerhouses, Mohammad Asifuzzaman’s journey is a testament to what can unfold when ambition and opportunity intersect. His path, from academic distinction at Bangladesh...

Microsoft 365 Copilot continues its rapid evolution with a wave of updates that underscore Microsoft’s ongoing commitment to AI integration across its productivity ecosystem. The latest improvements, officially unveiled alongside Build 2025, reflect both the company’s technical ambition and its...

Microsoft’s recent announcement of plans to lay off approximately 9,000 employees—less than 4% of its global workforce—marks the company’s most significant round of job reductions since 2023. This strategic move, confirmed by a company spokesperson and widely reported by multiple trusted...