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Microsoft

Skype is a telecommunications application software product that specializes in providing video chat and voice calls between computers, tablets, mobile devices, the Xbox One console, and smartwatches via the Internet and to regular telephones. Skype additionally provides instant messaging services. Users may transmit both text and video messages, and may exchange digital documents such as images, text, and video. Skype allows video conference calls.

Skype

GitHub is is a web-based hosting service for version control using Git. It is mostly used for computer code. It offers all of the distributed version control and source code management (SCM) functionality of Git as well as adding its own features. It provides access control and several collaboration features such as bug tracking, feature requests, task management, and wikis for every project. GitHub offers plans for both private repositories and free accounts which are commonly used to host open-source software projects. As of April 2017, GitHub reports having almost 20 million users and 57 million repositories, making it the largest host of source code in the world. On June 4, 2018, Microsoft announced its intent to acquire GitHub for US$7.5 billion

GitHub

Xbox is a video gaming brand created and owned by Microsoft. It represents a series of video game consoles developed by Microsoft, with three consoles released in the sixth, seventh and eighth generations respectively. The brand also represents applications, streaming services, and an online service by the name of Xbox Live. The brand was first introduced in the United States in November 2001, with the launch of the original Xbox console.

Xbox

Microsoft Corp. engages in the development and support of software, services, devices, and solutions. It operates through the following segments: Productivity and Business Processes, Intelligent Cloud, and More Personal Computing. The Productivity and Business Processes segment is composed of products and services relating to productivity, communication, and information services such as Office Commercial, Office Consumer, LinkedIn, and Dynamics business solutions. The Intelligent Cloud segment consists of public, private, and hybrid server products and cloud services for businesses and developers, as well as enterprise and partner services. The More Personal Computing segment refers to products and services including Windows operating system, Windows cloud services, Surface, HoloLens, personal computer accessories, Xbox hardware, Xbox Cloud Gaming, Microsoft News, and Microsoft Edge. The company was founded by Paul Gardner Allen and William Henry Gates, III in 1975 and is headquartered in Redmond, WA.

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Microsoft reports robust Q1 2023 earnings, driven by Microsoft Cloud's performance

Microsoft's Q1 2023 showcased strong revenue growth, particularly in the Microsoft Cloud segment. The company's emphasis on AI, customer value, and operating leverage is driving positive results. While facing challenges related to workload optimization and potential AI regulation, Microsoft is well-positioned to capitalize on growth opportunities.

Microsoft reports solid Q2 earnings, focuses on AI innovation

Microsoft's Q2 performance reflects strong revenue growth, particularly in Microsoft Cloud, Azure, Teams, and security business, while facing challenges in the ad market and macroeconomic headwinds.
The company's strengths lie in innovation across various sectors, strong customer loyalty, and a strategic focus on AI integration for competitive advantage.
Opportunities include leveraging AI for innovation, optimizing workloads post-pandemic, and driving growth through value propositions and customer loyalty.

Microsoft reports robust Q3 earnings, eyes Azure growth opportunities

Microsoft's Q3 2023 earnings call showcased strong financial performance, driven by robust revenue growth, commercial bookings, and operating income across key segments.
The company's focus on Microsoft Cloud, Azure's growth, and innovative products like GitHub Copilot and Teams highlights its commitment to customer success and shareholder returns.
While facing challenges in workload optimization and pricing strategies, Microsoft has opportunities to capitalize on Azure's potential, drive innovation, and maximize long-term growth through strategic investments and product enhancements.

Microsoft excels in Q4 with strong cloud growth and operational efficiency

Microsoft's Q4 performance reflects strong revenue growth, operational efficiency, and strategic focus on cloud and AI. While facing challenges in optimizing cloud operations and transitioning gross margins, the company is well-positioned to leverage opportunities in Azure growth and new product demand. Microsoft's diversified revenue streams and leadership in cloud services underpin its resilience and growth potential.

Microsoft reports robust Q1 earnings, eyes AI and Azure growth

Microsoft's Q1 2024 earnings call showcased strong financial performance, driven by Azure, commercial segments, and cash flow generation. The company faces challenges in sustaining growth and margins amidst AI investments but has opportunities to capitalize on AI, Azure, and disciplined operations for future success.

Microsoft reports record Q2 earnings driven by cloud and AI growth

Microsoft's Q2 2024 earnings showcased robust financial performance across segments, driven by cloud and AI services.
The company demonstrated resilience in margin improvement despite significant AI investments, highlighting operational efficiency.
Strategic focus on continuous innovation and customer engagement positions Microsoft for sustained growth and market leadership.
Addressing challenges in infrastructure readiness and product adoption will be key to unlocking future opportunities and maintaining competitive edge.

Microsoft achieves record Q3 results, eyes sustained growth in FY '25

Microsoft's Q3 performance reflects robust revenue growth, operational efficiency, and strong financial health across all segments.
The company's strengths lie in Azure's growth, GitHub Copilot's success, and strategic investments in cloud and AI technologies.
Challenges include capacity issues in Azure, balancing core business growth, and adapting to the evolving IT landscape towards AI.
Opportunities abound in sustaining growth, expanding Azure's customer base, and leveraging Dynamics and LinkedIn for revenue growth.

Microsoft reports robust FY '24 earnings, eyes AI and Cloud growth

Microsoft's strong FY '24 performance driven by Cloud, AI, and gaming revenue, with a focus on security and shareholder returns
Challenges include capacity constraints and increased capital expenditures, but opportunities exist in AI and Cloud growth
Partnerships and innovation key to addressing challenges and driving future growth and scalability
Outlook for FY '25 positive with a focus on double-digit revenue growth and expanding gaming opportunities

Microsoft reports robust Q1 earnings, eyes AI innovation for growth

Microsoft's Q1 2025 performance reflects strong revenue growth, particularly in cloud services and commercial bookings.
The company's focus on AI innovation, cost efficiencies, and long-term investments positions it well for sustained growth.
Challenges include managing expenses, supply constraints, and balancing investments with revenue growth.
Opportunities in AI, cloud services, and commercial offerings present avenues for continued expansion and value creation.

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Activision Blizzard

Microsoft's restructuring of its proposed acquisition of Activision Blizzard "opens the door" to the deal being cleared, Britain's antitrust regulator said Friday.

Britain says may clear restructured Microsoft-Activision deal

The U.K. regulator said a new restructured deal substantially addresses its concerns over cloud gaming.

Microsoft's Activision Deal Provisionally Approved. What Happens Next.

The $69bn acquisition is expected to go ahead as revised proposal addresses regulator's concerns

UK set to clear Microsoft's deal to buy Call of Duty maker Activision Blizzard

The UK's competition watchdog has signalled it's preparing to greenlight a restructured proposal for Microsoft to acquire Activision. In an update on its ongoing assessment today it said the deal “makes important changes that substantially address the concerns it set out in relation to the original transaction earlier this year”.

Microsoft-Activision: UK looks poised to clear restructured deal

Microsoft Corporation's (NASDAQ:MSFT) revised terms for the US$69 billion takeover of Activision Blizzard Inc (NASDAQ:ATVI) have been provisionally accepted by the UK competition watchdog. After the Competition and Markets Authority identified concerns about how the original deal would affect the cloud gaming market, the Xbox owner proposed a new deal, including spinning off rights for existing Activision cloud games - such as its massive Call of Duty franchise - to Ubisoft Entertainment (OTC:UBSFF, EPA:UBI).

Microsoft's new Activision deal gets UK regulator's green light, provisionally

Microsoft's revised effort to get the £55bn takeover of Activision Blizzard past UK regulators appears to be on track for clearance.

Microsoft's £55bn takeover of Call of Duty maker now set for UK approval

The United Kingdom's antitrust agency has finally approved Microsoft's $68.7 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard.

U.K. regulators finally approve Microsoft's $68.7B acquisition of Activision Blizzard

The U.K. Competition and Markets Authority had blocked the Redmond tech giant's initial $69 billion transaction, first put forward in January 2022, on concerns that it would restrict competition in the nascent cloud gaming sector. The U.K. regulator still has “limited residual concerns that certain provisions in the sale of Activision's cloud streaming rights to Ubisoft could be circumvented, terminated, or not enforced.”

UK regulators say may clear Microsoft's new Activision takeover deal

NVIDIA

Since the release of ChatGPT in November 2022, organizations have been scrambling to keep pace with the evolving use cases of generative AI. The technology will upend every industry, creating advantages and disrupting those too slow to respond.

AI Stocks List: 3 Artificial Intelligence Plays Worth Watching

Microsoft (MSFT) is rolling out its flagship AI-driven assistant called "Copliot" over the next two weeks, giving users access to an "everyday AI companion" via a monthly subscription.

Microsoft Set To Roll Out Its AI Assistant Next Week

Microsoft will launch Microsoft Copilot, an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered assistant, Sept. 26. The rollout of the assistant, which is designed to transform how users interact with technology, will be part of a free update to Windows 11, the tech giant said in a Thursday (Sept.

Microsoft to Begin Rollout of AI-Powered Assistant Sept. 26

Microsoft has announced that its artificial intelligence powered software Microsoft 365 Copilot will be available for purchase for the largest of its clients starting on November 1, 2023. CNBC reported on the development on Thursday.

Microsoft to sell Copilot software to largest companies from November 1

Microsoft announced fresh AI capabilities for advertisers, along with new Surface PCs and a Windows update.

Here's everything Microsoft announced at its Surface and Copilot event in New York

Some small businesses have begun testing Microsoft 365 Copilot, which can help corporate workers compose documents and find information from email.

Microsoft to sell 365 Copilot software to large companies starting Nov. 1

Alphabet

Technology is advancing by leaps and bounds, and quantum computing stocks are poised to get hot. Incredibly, no more than 20 years ago, we were at the beginning of the internet, where we used computers that weighed more than twenty kilos, looked in black and white, and took hours to perform complete processes.

3 Quantum Computing Stocks That Should Be on Every Investor's Radar This Fall

ST. LOUIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Belden, a leading global supplier of network infrastructure and digitization solutions, is pleased to announce that the Hirschmann OpEdge-8D has joined the Microsoft Azure Certified Device program. The Azure Certification ensures that customers get Internet of Things (IoT) solutions up and running quickly with hardware and software that has been pre-tested and verified to work with Azure IoT. As an Azure Certified Device, the OpEdge-8D meets management standards for.

Hirschmann OpEdge-8D is Now a Microsoft Azure Certified Device

After tagging a fresh all-time high in the middle of July, shares of tech titan Microsoft Corp NASDAQ: MSFT took a well-earned breather and cooled much of the way through August. Few investors would have held this against the tech giant.

3 Reasons This Tech Giant Is Going Back To Highs

Brookfield Infrastructure Partners L.P.

Vertex Pharmaceuticals

Brookfield Infrastructure should deliver strong organic growth and continue to expand via acquisitions. Microsoft is a leader in nearly all of the top technologies of the future.

3 Unstoppable Stocks to Buy and Hold for the Next 20 Years

The software-company's dividend has compounded at an average annualized rate of more than 10% over the past five years. Microsoft's next quarterly dividend will be paid in December.

Microsoft Is a Great Dividend Stock and Just Boosted Its Payout

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Two new European Commission regulations, the Digital Markets Act and the Digital Services Act, have come into effect. The DMA aims to regulate "gatekeepers" operating two-sided online marketplaces, while the DSA focuses on regulating the behavior of large digital services and their ad tracking practices. A rundown of the effects on Apple, Google, Facebook, Amazon and Microsoft.

The Gatekeepers And The EU

Its venture into nuclear fusion and direct air capture stands out, begging the question why it does not focus on cheaper and more accessible ways to cut carbon.

Microsoft's Rationale For Nuclear Fusion And Direct Air Capture Bets

Microsoft Corporation announces its 14th consecutive annual dividend increase, setting the annual dividend at $3/share. While the yield is almost laughable, I urge investors to look at the overall package. The Microsoft ecosystem is built to last and will likely be around for decades.

Microsoft: Don't Knock The Dividend Yield, Look At Growth And Longevity Instead

Disney

PayPal

If the cost of living crisis has you thinking of what future generations will face 20 years from now, it's probably time to look for stocks to buy your children now. Among the best stocks to buy for your offspring are the ones that will thrive over the long-term.

Gifts That Grow: 3 Stocks Your Kids Will Thank You For

Plans to purchase gaming icon Nintendo and launch new Xbox consoles were revealed in documents appeared to be unintentionally released.

Xbox Chief Addressed Leaks: Says Gaming Giant Will Share ‘Real Plans' Later

Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT) accidentally published non-public information when providing documents to the court as part of its case brought against the company by the Federal Trade Commission.  In a court order Tuesday, Judge Jacqueline Scott Corley, said that Microsoft seemingly inadvertently provided the court with a version of documents that "contained non-public information" to the link designated for public documents in the trial.

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