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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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Thanks to its increasing presence, everyday utility, and damage it has already caused, the artificial intelligence (AI) boom appears to be in full swing. However, some potential issues have been plaguing the technology for years.

BlackRock and Microsoft bet $30 billion on future of AI; Is MSFT a buy right now?

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BlackRock and Microsoft bet $30 billion on future of AI

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Quarterly Form 13F filings clue investors into which stocks, industries, sectors, and trends are piquing the interest of Wall Street's top money managers. The June-ended quarter was the third straight quarter that at least a half-dozen billionaire asset managers were sellers of artificial intelligence (AI) darling Nvidia.

Forget Nvidia: Billionaire Investors Are Selling It and Buying These 2 Trillion-Dollar Stocks Instead

Microsoft and investment powerhouse BlackRock on Tuesday said they have teamed up to raise as much as $100 billion for data centers and infrastructure to power artificial intelligence.

Microsoft-BlackRock team to raise $100 bn for AI data centers

Microsoft (MSFT) shares logged their seventh consecutive higher close on Tuesday, with the latest gains coming after the company hiked its quarterly dividend by 10% and approved a $60 billion stock buyback.

Watch These Microsoft Stock Price Levels Amid Recent Bullish Momentum

A new artificial intelligence (AI) partnership that includes Microsoft and BlackRock aims to mobilize up to $100 billion in total investment potential for data centers and sources of power for those facilities.

Microsoft-Backed Partnership Aims to Raise $100 Billion for AI Infrastructure

The partnership, called the Global AI Infrastructure Investment Partnership, will additionally build out energy infrastructure to create power sources for the facilities, the companies said.

BlackRock, Global Infrastructure Partners, Microsoft, MGX Launch AI Partnership

The Global Artificial Intelligence Infrastructure Investment Partnership is initially looking to raise $30 billion for new and existing data centers. The fundraising, which could total $100 billion, will also be used to invest in the energy infrastructure needed to power AI workloads.

Microsoft, BlackRock form group to raise $100 billion to invest in AI data centers and power

BlackRock is set to launch a massive AI-focused investment fund, exceeding $30 billion, in collaboration with Microsoft and the Abu Dhabi-backed investment outfit MGX, the FT reported today.

Blackrock and Microsoft are reportedly planning a $30B AI-focused megafund

NEW YORK & REDMOND, Wash. & ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The drive to develop more powerful AI capabilities will require significant infrastructure investment to support it. Today, BlackRock, Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP), Microsoft, and MGX announced the Global AI Infrastructure Investment Partnership (GAIIP) to make investments in new and expanded data centers to meet growing demand for computing power, as well as energy infrastructure to create new sources of powe.

BlackRock, Global Infrastructure Partners, Microsoft, and MGX Launch New AI Partnership to Invest in Data Centers and Supporting Power Infrastructure

BlackRock is preparing to launch a more than $30 billion artificial intelligence investment fund with Microsoft to build data centers and energy projects to meet growing demands stemming from AI, the Financial Times reported on Tuesday, citing people briefed about the matter.

Microsoft and BlackRock plan $30 bln fund to invest in AI infrastructure, FT reports

Equities were torn between discounting a quarter-point cut and a half-point cut to interest rates tomorrow.

Stock Market Today: Stocks Waver Near All-Time Highs Ahead of Fed Rate Cut

As Microsoft Corp MSFT and Amazon.com Inc AMZN head for a potential Death Cross on their stock charts, a fierce competition between the two tech giants rages on.

Microsoft Vs. Amazon: Stock Charts Signal Trouble, But Wall Street Sees AI-Fueled Growth

The tech giant is returning even more cash to shareholders.

Microsoft Hikes Dividend, Announces $60 Billion Stock Buyback

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Upcoming Product Innovations Will Enable Nonprofits to Leverage Innovative Blackbaud and Microsoft Technology to Achieve Greater Impact, Gain In-Depth Insights and Increase Efficiency CHARLESTON, S.C. and REDMOND, Wash.

Blackbaud and Microsoft's Tech for Social Impact Team Collaborating to Bring Sophisticated Cloud Technology, AI and Analytics to Nonprofits

Microsoft Corporation is a leading tech giant and one of the most valuable companies globally. Raising its dividend and announcing $60B in share buybacks is instilling more confidence in free cash flow and Microsoft's ability to return value to shareholders. The article highlights Microsoft's robust financial performance, diverse product portfolio, and strong market position.

Microsoft Is Ratcheting Up Its Shareholder Value

Fort Walton Beach, Sept. 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- With Microsoft's announcement of its newest expansions to Copilot, its proprietary artificial intelligence (AI), managed IT provider Bit-Wizards invites small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) to learn how AI can boost their operations. Before diving in and leveraging the benefits of AI-powered automations and tools, it's critical to understand its capabilities, common misunderstandings, and potential risks.

Bit-Wizards Encourages Businesses to Consider Microsoft Copilot Opportunities and General AI Risks

Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ:MSFT) stock is up 2.3% to trade at $441.13 this morning, propping up the Dow, after the blue-chip tech titan announced a new $60 billion share buyback plan.

Microsoft Stock Drives Dow After Dividend Hike

Microsoft said its next quarterly dividend would be 83 cents a share, up from 75 cents. It also announced a $60 billion share repurchase authorization.

Microsoft Raised Its Dividend 11%. These 3 Raised It More.

Microsoft and United Arab Emirates-based artificial intelligence company G42 will open two centres in Abu Dhabi to work on "responsible" AI initiatives, the companies said on Tuesday.

Microsoft, UAE's AI firm G42 to set up two new centres in Abu Dhabi

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The largest company 25 years ago was Microsoft, with a $348 billion market cap. The largest company now is roughly 10 times the size of Microsoft in 1999.

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Microsoft boosts its dividend by 10.7% and announces a $60B buyback as Intel surges 7% on new plans and $3B funding from the Chips Act. Read the full analysis

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Although Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT) stock has declined well below its all-time high (ATH) price of $467.56 it reached in early July this year, the technology behemoth's shares have started to move upwards again, and Wall Street analysts have retained their optimism.

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