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Microsoft has quietly rewired the rules of the workplace inside one of the world’s largest technology companies: in a coordinated set of moves, Microsoft has tightened moderation of internal communications, hardened campus access after on‑site protests, and announced a phased return‑to‑office...

Microsoft’s internal playbook has shifted decisively: the company has moved to restrict open employee forums, tighten campus access after a high‑profile sit‑in, and impose a phased three‑day‑a‑week return‑to‑office baseline for many staff — a package of measures that recasts Microsoft’s...

Microsoft’s president, Brad Smith, told reporters from his office at the Redmond campus that the company will “investigate and get to the truth” after a Guardian-led investigation alleged that Israel’s Unit 8200 had used Microsoft Azure to store and process vast troves of intercepted Palestinian...

In a volatile escalation of employee activism and public scrutiny, 18 people were arrested at Microsoft’s Redmond, Washington, campus on August 20, 2025, after demonstrators — including current and former Microsoft staff — splashed red paint on the company’s signage, set up an encampment on...

Protests, Prosecutions, and Precedents: Examining the Fallout from the Elbit Systems Demonstration As global awareness and activism around contentious international issues intensify, the methods used by authorities to respond to protests—especially those targeting defense or state-linked...

At the recent Microsoft Build 2025 developer conference in Seattle, a series of protests erupted, drawing attention to the company's involvement in supplying artificial intelligence (AI) technology to the Israeli military amid the ongoing Gaza conflict. These demonstrations, both inside and...

At Microsoft's Build 2025 conference in Seattle, pro-Palestinian protests have intensified, with former Microsoft engineer Vaniya Agrawal at the forefront. Agrawal, an Indian-American software engineer, has been a vocal critic of Microsoft's alleged $133 million contract with Israel's Ministry...

Microsoft's 50th anniversary celebration was notably disrupted by employee protests concerning the company's contracts with the Israeli military. These events have ignited a broader conversation about the ethical responsibilities of tech companies in global conflicts. The Protests Unfold On...

On the second day of Microsoft’s Build 2025 developer conference in Seattle, the atmosphere was unmistakably tense as yet another protester commandeered the spotlight—this time during a keynote by Jay Parikh, the company’s Executive Vice President of CoreAI. Shouting, “Jay! My people are...

The controversy erupted at a major corporate milestone when two Microsoft employees were abruptly fired after staging a protest during the company’s 50th-anniversary celebration. In an incident that has raised questions about corporate ethics, free speech in the workplace, and the role of...

During its milestone 50th anniversary celebration, Microsoft encountered an unexpected disturbance that quickly turned into a high-profile HR and public relations conundrum. Two employees—whose actions sparked polarized reactions both internally and in the public arena—were terminated for...

Microsoft’s 50th anniversary celebration was meant to be a dazzling tribute to decades of innovation—a night of inspiring stories about breakthrough Windows 11 updates, pioneering security patches, and futuristic AI solutions. Instead, the event became a flashpoint for internal dissent, leaving...

In a twist that could rival any plot from a high-stakes thriller, a celebratory event honoring Microsoft’s 50-year journey in Redmond became the stage for a politically charged intervention. What was meant to be a milestone of innovation turned into an impromptu political forum when...

In a dramatic interruption at Microsoft’s 50th anniversary event, an internal protest erupted that has since ignited hard-hitting debates about the ethical responsibilities of tech giants. During what was meant to be a celebratory unveiling of new AI Copilot features—including an eagerly...

Microsoft's 50th anniversary celebration was meant to be the ultimate showcase of innovation and legacy—a gathering of the company’s most iconic leaders along with a glimpse into its future, driven by cutting‐edge AI and technology. However, the milestone event took an unexpected turn when two...

The recent disruption at a high-profile AI event has sparked serious debate about corporate ethics, the role of technology in global conflicts, and the responsibilities of tech giants like Microsoft. In the midst of its 50th Anniversary Copilot Event in Redmond, Washington, Microsoft’s AI CEO...

In a turn of events that has left both attendees and online spectators buzzing, a high-profile Microsoft anniversary celebration was unexpectedly interrupted by a group of protesters. Their impassioned outcry—“Shame on you all”—cut through the carefully choreographed festivities, sparking a...

Microsoft’s 50th anniversary celebration took an unexpected turn as internal voices of dissent disrupted what should have been a milestone of innovation and achievement. During the event held at Microsoft’s Washington headquarters, a series of onstage protests underscored the deep ethical...

The Microsoft Copilot keynote, initially billed as a showcase of cutting-edge AI innovations, was recently marred by an unexpected disruption that has sparked intense ethical debates. An impassioned protester, accusing Microsoft of having “blood on its hands,” interrupted the event to challenge...

A tragic incident in Bengaluru’s Chamarajpet locality has ignited fierce protests among residents, highlighting longstanding deficiencies in the area’s water supply infrastructure. Early on the morning of March 13, at approximately 5:30 a.m., a local woman identified as Selvi lost her life due...