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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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Microsoft wants to cut up to 120 jobs in Germany, business news outlet WirtschaftsWoche reported on Thursday, citing sources, as part of the tech company's global job cuts.

Microsoft wants to cut up to 120 jobs in Germany - WiWo

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Amazon

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The Oracle of Omaha is more heavily invested in artificial intelligence companies than you might expect.

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The Dept. of Defense and Microsoft are looking into an unsecured server that exposed sensitive but unclassified emails and data from the U.S. Special Operations Command.

Microsoft and Pentagon investigating leaked, sensitive military emails

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Microsoft initially limited the length of conversations with its ChatGPT-powered Bing after the AI chatbot started giving some unhinged responses.

Microsoft is loosening the limits on Bing AI chatbot conversations that it put into effect just days ago because users didn't like them

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Activision Blizzard

Microsoft has thrown the gauntlet down over antitrust criticisms, saying on Tuesday it is ready to offer rivals licensing deals in exchange for regulatory approval of its $69 billion deal to purchase video game publisher Activision , but it would not to sell the latter's lucrative "Call of Duty" franchise.

Explainer: How Microsoft is addressing antitrust concerns over Activision deal

In this article, I will attempt to unpack concerns about Microsoft around its recent Activision Blizzard deal, ChatGPT, etc. I think these investments are here to last. The deceleration in Azure's growth appears temporary, and it is expected that once the PC market rebounds to pre-pandemic levels, Azure's growth may strengthen.

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Fiverr

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing

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Microsoft MSFT, +0.08% is ready to take its new Bing chatbot mainstream — less than a week after making major fixes to stop the artificially intelligent search engine from going off the rails.

Microsoft brings Bing chatbot to phones after major fixes

Powered by OpenAI, the search engine includes new chat features and voice access.

Microsoft Previews New Bing and Edge Mobile Apps, Bing for Skype

Microsoft is expanding the preview of its AI-powered search and composition features to its Bing and Edge mobile apps starting today, two weeks after introducing the technology for desktop.

Microsoft expands AI chatbot to Bing and Edge mobile apps after adjusting limits on chat sessions

Microsoft is releasing new versions of its Bing app and Edge browser app for smartphones and tablets so users can access the upgraded search engine while on the go.

Microsoft Brings ChatGPT-Powered Bing to Mobile Devices

The tech giant says it is also adding the capability to its Skype communications software.

Microsoft Adds AI-Powered Bing Chat to Mobile Apps

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Gates admitted to being surprised by how the development of AI accelerated in the last year and said it will be the "biggest thing in this decade."

Microsoft cofounder Bill Gates says the rise of AI poses a threat to Google's search engine profit

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Can Microsoft's new partnerships help ease regulators' minds on the Activision acquisition?

Microsoft's Strategic Alliances With Nvidia and Nintendo: A Winning Move?

Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ: MSFT) just promised to bring its Xbox PC games to Nvidia Corporation's (NASDAQ: NVDA) cloud gaming service. Shares ended more than 2.0% down on Tuesday.

Nvidia is now on board with Microsoft-Activision deal: here's what changed

Microsoft's Xbox video game division on Tuesday announced new partnerships with Nintendo and chipmaker Nvidia as it tries to persuade European regulators to approve its planned $68.7 billion takeover of game publishing giant Activision Blizzard.

Microsoft makes case for Activision merger amid EU scrutiny

The initial caps unveiled last week came after testers discovered the search engine, which uses the technology behind the chatbot ChatGPT, sometimes generated glaring mistakes and disturbing responses.

Microsoft Softens Limits on Bing After User Requests

GeForce Now subscribers will get more games to play wherever they go.

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