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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 stock rose Wednesday after the software giant added artificial intelligence technology to its cybersecurity offerings. The post Microsoft Stock Returns To Buy Zone After Software Giant Adds AI To Cybersecurity appeared first on Investor's Business Daily.

Microsoft Stock Returns To Buy Zone After Software Giant Adds AI To Cybersecurity

Microsoft (MSFT) announces the release of Microsoft Security Copilot, a generative AI solution based on GPT-4 and its proprietary security models.

Microsoft (MSFT) Introduces ChatGPT-4-Powered Security Copilot

Activision Blizzard

Microsoft has proposed buying Activision Blizzard for $75 billion. The deal is under regulatory review in the U.S. and abroad.

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Alphabet

Amid the rise of generative artificial intelligence, investors focus on a Google-Microsoft rivalry while Apple and Amazon appear to lag. The post How Microsoft And Google Beat Apple And Amazon To The Top In Generative AI appeared first on Investor's Business Daily.

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Twist Bioscience Corp

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SAN DIEGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The DNA Data Storage Alliance, a SNIA Technology Affiliate, formed in 2020 by Illumina, Inc. (NASDAQ: ILMN), Microsoft (Nasdaq: MSFT), Twist Bioscience Corporation (NASDAQ: TWST) and Western Digital (NASDAQ: WDC) to create and promote an interoperable storage ecosystem based on DNA as a data storage medium, today announced the appointments of CATALOG Technologies and Quantum Corporation to the governing board of the Alliance.

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Microsoft is continuing its artificial intelligence efforts with the debut of its Security Copilot chatbot. Announced Tuesday (March 28) on the company blog, the chatbot is designed to give businesses a “much-needed tool to quickly detect and respond to threats and better understand the threat landscape overall.

Microsoft Expands AI Efforts With Security Copilot

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Microsoft on Tuesday launched an assistant for cybersecurity professionals powered by OpenAI's latest GPT-4 generative artificial intelligence (AI) model called Microsoft Security Copilot. The company said the tool combines the large language model with a security-specific model from Microsoft which leverages its unique global threat intelligence informed 65 trillion daily signals.

Microsoft launches AI-powered cybersecurity assistant

As a part of its continued quest to inject generative AI into all its products, Microsoft today introduced Security Copilot, a new tool that aims to “summarize” and “make sense” of threat intelligence. In a light-on-the-details announcement, Microsoft pitched Security Copilot as a way to correlate data on attacks while prioritizing security incidents.

Microsoft lets generative AI loose on cybersecurity

In a move to assuage European regulatory officials, Microsoft Corp. MSFT says it will change its cloud computing practices to settle antitrust complaints filed by its smaller rivals, according to a Reuters report. The software giant has presented a proposal to stave off an EU investigation, building on last year's announcement by Microsoft President Brad Smith, the report said, citing a person with direct knowledge of the matter.

Microsoft vows to change cloud computing practices to stave off EU investigation: report

Microsoft Corp on Tuesday launched a tool to help cybersecurity professionals identify breaches, threat signals and better analyze data, using OpenAI's latest GPT-4 generative artificial intelligence model.

Microsoft introduces AI-powered cybersecurity assistant

Microsoft previewed new technology that uses artificial intelligence to defend against hackers by identifying, analyzing, and understanding the inner workings of malicious cyberattacks.

New ‘Security Copilot' is Microsoft's latest integration of OpenAI's GPT-4

Microsoft has offered to change its cloud computing practices to settle antitrust complaints filed by its smaller rivals in three EU countries to EU antitrust regulators, a person with direct knowledge of the matter said on Tuesday.

Microsoft offers to change cloud computing practices after rivals' complaint, source says

Chatbots using generative AI models aren't always accurate. But Microsoft is hoping to make its Security Copilot more accurate with user input.

Microsoft introduces an A.I. chatbot for cybersecurity experts

Trained across security and networking disciplines and armed with trillions of data signals, Security Copilot dramatically increases the reach, speed and effectiveness of any security team REDMOND, Wash. , March 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Microsoft Corp. on Tuesday announced it is bringing the next generation of AI to cybersecurity with the launch of Microsoft Security Copilot , giving defenders a much-needed tool to quickly detect and respond to threats and better understand the threat landscape overall.

With Security Copilot, Microsoft brings the power of AI to cyberdefense

U.S. tech giant Microsoft Corp is close to a settlement with a trio of cloud providers to suspend their antitrust complaints to the European Commission, Bloomberg news reported on Tuesday, citing people familiar with the matter.

Microsoft prepares to settle EU antitrust complaint on Cloud - Bloomberg News

Microsoft is the latest tech giant to be caught in the cross-hairs of Germany's antitrust authority.

Germany probes Microsoft's market power

NVIDIA

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Germany's competition regulator, the Bundeskartellamt, said it's launching an investigation into Microsoft MSFT, -1.49% on whether it is of paramount significance for competition across markets. “Such a finding would allow us to take action at an early stage and prohibit possible anti-competitive practices,” said the president of the regulator in a statement.

German competition regulator launches antitrust investigation into Microsoft

Germany's antitrust regulator said on Tuesday it had launched proceedings against Microsoft to examine whether the U.S. tech giant is "of paramount significance for competition across markets".

German regulator launches antitrust proceedings against Microsoft

Microsoft made another 559 job cuts in the Seattle region on Monday, according to a filing with the state Employment Security Department (ESD), bringing the regional total to 2,743 layoffs since the company started making cuts in January.

Microsoft job cuts surpass 2,700 in Seattle region; security technology group hit in latest round

Cisco Systems

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Dow Jones stock leaders Cisco Systems and Microsoft are at or above buy points in today's stock market action. PagerDuty eyes new buy point.

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Microsoft (MSFT) reportedly cautions rival search engines that it may cut off access to its Internet-search data if they continue using it to develop their own AI chat products.

Microsoft (MSFT) Might Block AI Rivals From Using Bing Search

Teams, Microsoft's Slack rival, has always had a bit of a reputation for being slow and resource-hungry. Given that it always felt like Microsoft hurried the service's launch to respond to the success of Slack, that's maybe no surprise.

Microsoft rebuilt Teams from the ground up, promises 2x faster performance

Microsoft is starting to test its new version of Teams for Windows. The new version will be twice as fast, the company said.

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