microsoft Microsoft Workers Demand Cancellation of ICE Contract in Open Letter A group of Microsoft employees publishes an open letter urging CEO Satya Nadella to end a controversial contract with Immigration and Customs Enforcement. The protesters express strong ethical concerns regarding the agency's practices.
microsoft Microsoft Buys GitHub for $7.5 Billion to Expand Developer Reach Microsoft acquires the world's largest code-hosting platform for $7.5 billion in stock. The tech giant plans to operate GitHub independently while integrating it into its broader developer ecosystem.
microsoft Microsoft Acquires GitHub to Empower Global Developer Community Microsoft officially announces an agreement to acquire GitHub, the world's leading software development platform. The acquisition aims to empower developers who are building the intelligent cloud and intelligent edge.
microsoft Microsoft Build 2018 Unveils Alexa Partnership and Azure Upgrades Microsoft showcases a major collaboration between Cortana and Amazon's Alexa alongside significant Azure and AI developer tools at its Build 2018 conference. The company focuses heavily on cloud capabilities, open-source edge computing, and smart coding assistants.
microsoft Microsoft Commits $25 Million to AI Accessibility Initiative Microsoft launches a new five-year, $25 million program called AI for Accessibility to help developers create intelligent solutions for over one billion people with disabilities worldwide.
microsoft Microsoft Build 2018 Focuses on AI, Cross-Platform Apps, and Mixed Reality Microsoft reveals major new tools at its Build developer conference, emphasizing cross-device experiences over Windows exclusivity. Highlights include a new Your Phone app and a mixed reality design tool called Microsoft Layout.
microsoft Microsoft Reorganizes into AI Cloud and Device Divisions Microsoft splits its engineering units into two main divisions focused on cloud and AI, and experiences and devices, to better compete with rivals.
microsoft Microsoft Overhauls Engineering Structure Into Cloud and Device Divisions Microsoft reorganizes its engineering operations into two primary divisions focused on experiences and devices, and cloud and AI platforms. The shakeup includes the departure of longtime Windows chief Terry Myerson.
microsoft Microsoft Overhauls Structure Into Cloud and Devices Divisions Microsoft shifts its focus to cloud computing and artificial intelligence by splitting its operations into two main divisions, while longtime Windows chief Terry Myerson prepares to depart.
microsoft Microsoft Explores AI's Societal Impact in New Book Release Microsoft releases a new book titled "The Future Computed" to examine the trajectory of artificial intelligence and its profound effects on society. The publication emphasizes the need for collaborative ethical guidelines and responsible design as AI integrates deeper into daily life.