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A wave of seismic change surged through Microsoft in 2025, reshaping not only its workforce but also the very fabric of how its employees work. The company’s decision to lay off more than 15,000 employees in a sweeping reorganization sent shockwaves across the tech world, underscoring...

The world of big tech has again seized headlines, as Apple and Amazon enter the spotlight following market-moving earnings releases from Meta and Microsoft. As investors await the latest results from the remaining Magnificent Seven giants, markets are already reacting to blockbuster performances...

The technology sector in 2025 is defined by an unmistakable divergence, one that has upended long-held assumptions in Silicon Valley and on Wall Street. Microsoft and Amazon, once seen primarily as giants of operating systems and e-commerce, now reign supreme as architects of the global AI and...

For the first time since its launch in October 2021, Windows 11 has surpassed Windows 10 in global desktop OS market share, marking a significant milestone not only for Microsoft but also for the evolving trajectory of PC operating systems. After several years of steady, though at times...

Microsoft has announced a significant workforce reduction, laying off approximately 9,000 employees, which accounts for nearly 4% of its global staff. This move marks the company's second major round of layoffs in recent months, following the dismissal of about 6,000 employees in May 2025...

Microsoft’s decision to prepare for its fourth major layoff round in just 18 months—this time specifically impacting its Xbox division and potentially thousands more across the company’s global operations—represents a seismic shift not just for the Redmond titan, but for the entire technology...

Denmark is poised to transition its government IT infrastructure from proprietary Microsoft products to open-source alternatives, marking a significant shift towards digital sovereignty. This move mirrors similar initiatives in other European regions, notably the German state of...

A week can be a long time in technology—especially when the news comes thick, fast, and brimming with implications for the future of Windows, AI, and the global startup ecosystem. From Seattle’s most ambitious new automation firm landing a venture round backed by tech’s kingmakers, to...

Microsoft’s recent announcement of 6,000 job cuts—roughly 3% of its global workforce—has sent fresh shockwaves through the tech industry, sparking debate about the company’s future, the role of artificial intelligence, and the shifting definition of job security in 2025. Unlike previous layoffs...

The global PC market, once battered by pandemic hangovers and persistent economic headwinds, is now on track for an unexpected rebound in 2025, according to International Data Corporation’s (IDC) most recent forecast. IDC now projects that worldwide PC shipments will reach 274 million units in...

The technology sector is experiencing an unprecedented surge in mergers and acquisitions (M&A), driven by the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) and the escalating need for robust cybersecurity measures. This wave of consolidation reflects a strategic imperative among companies to...

Microsoft’s performance among the so-called “Magnificent Seven” stocks over the past year has been a topic of considerable analysis, especially as it was the only stock in this elite group to have lagged the S&P 500 in 2023. However, recent fiscal results, particularly for its fiscal Q3 2024...

Microsoft Corporation has reported a robust financial performance for the third quarter of fiscal year 2025, ending March 31, 2025. The company's revenue reached $70.1 billion, marking a 13% increase compared to the same period last year. Operating income rose by 16% to $32.0 billion, while net...

As of May 1, 2025, Windows 11 has achieved a significant milestone, capturing 43.72% of the Windows market share, according to Statcounter. This marks a notable increase of 1.03 percentage points in April 2025 alone. In contrast, Windows 10's share has declined to 52.94%, a decrease of 1.26...

The Chilean government's March 2025 decision to solidify the Aysén Region’s time zone as UTC-3, effectively making Daylight Saving Time (DST) its year-round standard, marks a pivotal moment not only for the region but also for digital ecosystems worldwide. Unlike the familiar dance of shifting...