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‘The cost of compute is far beyond the costs of the employees’: Nvidia exec says right now AI is more expensive than paying human workers

Big Tech has announced $740 billion in capex this year, but AI has yet to show evidence of widespread increased productivity.

Fortune

“Bring Android apps to Windows.” Ten years later, Microsoft’s app-gap problem still exists, but we have AI and Phone Link as alternatives

Microsoft is using the Cortana notification sync feature in Windows 10 to add a "request app" feature if the notification comes from an Android smartphone.

Windows Central

YouTube earns more from Xbox games than Microsoft: CEO Satya Nadella

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella said that YouTube generates more revenue from Xbox games than Microsoft itself, highlighting a struggle to monetise its gaming division despite significant investment. This comes as Bloomberg reported last week that Xbox is planning major layoffs next month, along with significant reductions to marketing and other…

The Economic Times

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Windows 11 users say Microsoft account requirements are creeping into everything and they are tired of it

A Reddit thread continues to show the growing frustration with Microsoft's mandatory account setup and confusion around BitLocker recovery.

Windows Central

There are too many Windows laptops, and I can't blame Microsoft for confusing choices — but there are ways it could help us all

Shopping for a Windows laptop is more complex than for its MacBook rivals, due to the sheer number of options. Microsoft could help simplify everything.

Windows Central

Microsoft is reportedly testing Copilot+ AI features with discrete GPUs instead of NPUs — a feature available on Windows App SDK with a Windows Insider Experimental Channel build and Developer Mode turned on

Microsoft is experimenting with Windows AI features on non-Copilot devices, finally allowing AI features to run on discrete GPUs. This move expands its user base and gives more users access to Windows 11 local AI capabilities.

Tom’s Hardware

Should Xbox CEOs have term limits, and did this week show why the question matters?

Xbox’s financial troubles and leadership questions overshadowed Windows 11 updates and PC reboot fixes this week.

Windows Central

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Microsoft Secretly Considered Selling Xbox After Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 'Cannibalized' the Brand

Microsoft internally debated selling Xbox due to strategic challenges and underperformance, particularly with Call of Duty. The company now backs restructuring plans to regain competitiveness.

International Business Times UK

The macOS 27 beta is already a 'mind-blowing' revelation for some MacBook owners — here are 3 reasons why it isn't the lowkey release it seems

The first beta of macOS 27 Golden Gate is seriously impressing testers with its stability and performance levels, along with vital interface changes.

TechRadar

From Microsoft Mico to Apple's Little Finder Guy: why a cute brand mascot isn't enough

Designers should think about it like hiring a person.

Creative Bloq

Microsoft rolls out Copilot AI tools to over half a million NHS England staff, promises 'to improve service delivery, reduce costs and create more time for care'

NHS England is deploying Microsoft 365 Copilot to 505,000 staff members after successful pilot with 30,000 workers.

TechRadar

Melinda French Gates Calls Jeffrey Epstein 'Evil' Days After Bill Gates' Congress Hearing on Epstein Ties

Melinda French Gates condemns Jeffrey Epstein as 'evil' and criticises the justice system's failures. She reflects on her advocacy work and personal growth since her divorce.

International Business Times UK

On this day: Microsoft’s unreleased Moonraker smartwatch still feels ahead of its time

Ten years ago, we revealed Moonraker, Microsoft’s unreleased smartwatch built during the height of the Windows Phone era. It was colorful, Metro‑driven, and surprisingly forward‑thinking, offering a wearable vision that never made it past the prototype stage. A decade later, Moonraker still represents one of Microsoft’s most intriguing “what if”…

Windows Central

Mag 7? MANGOS? SpaceX forces name rethink on Wall Street's tech-stock moniker

SpaceX's massive $2 trillion IPO has challenged the 'Magnificent Seven' moniker, as its valuation now surpasses Tesla and Meta. With other tech giants like OpenAI and Anthropic poised for public debuts, market strategists are scrambling for new labels. While some propose 'MANGOS' or 'Magna Atoms', others believe the 'Magnificent Seven'…

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XBOX wants to ‘accelerate’ Fallout and Elder Scrolls releases, so we might finally get word if TES6 even exists

It's going to be a rough ride for XBOX if something doesn't change.

International Business Times UK

Leaked Email Exposes Why Xbox Is Unleashing Mass Layoffs Next Month

Microsoft's Xbox division is set for significant layoffs due to financial pressures, marking a strategic shift under new leadership as it grapples with declining revenue and subscription model challenges.

Barchart

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang Isn’t Worried About the Chip Rout. The Numbers Back Him Up on NVDA Stock.

Huang views the ongoing semiconductor selloff as a prime buying opportunity.

Windows Central

I tried Microsoft’s new AI-powered Terminal, and it is a surprisingly different experience

Microsoft introduces Intelligent Terminal, a separate AI-powered terminal with Copilot, ACP support, and background agent tasks.

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Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella says AI tokenmaxxing is costly: "I'm a tokenmaxxer too, it's addictive."

Satya Nadella warns Microsoft staff against tokenmaxxing, urging smarter AI use as the company balances innovation with efficiency.

Barchart

Why Wells Fargo Is Warning That Surging AI Token Costs Is a Death Knell for Hyperscaler Stocks Like Meta and Microsoft

As AI token costs surge, Wells Fargo warns that hyperscalers like Meta and Microsoft could face growing pressure on the very technology driving their explosive growth.

Windows Central

Why Xbox (and others) are considering the role of "ads" on console — it's more complicated than simple "greed," unfortunately

Even before the current memory crisis and various other crises, the volume of players spending literally *nothing* on consoles like Xbox and PlayStation is increasing. When you're selling hardware at a loss, that's a problem.

The Economic Times

SpaceX IPO: Biggest Initial Public Offering in U. S history draws new grouping name at Wall Street. Check latest social media offerings

SpaceX IPO has set off a race to devise the next cool acronym. These groupings are not formal market categories, but shorthand labels coined by strategists.

The Economic Times

Microsoft has considered spinning off Xbox: Report

Microsoft is exploring significant changes for its Xbox gaming division. Options include a potential spinoff or restructuring as a wholly owned subsidiary. The company is also considering joint ventures. These moves aim to make the gaming business more attractive for potential sale. New leadership plans increased spending on top game…

PC Gamer

Microsoft is looking to speed up development of future Elder Scrolls, Fallout, and Halo games

A new report suggests Microsoft may also be giving thought to spinning off its Xbox division or selling it entirely.

Windows Central

PowerA now wants in on Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 with a specialist new controller, and it'll work on Xbox, too

PowerA has shown off a first look at a new controller in partnership with Meridian GMT. You won't be playing Call of Duty on this, but if you're into Microsoft Flight Simulator, you'll want to take a look.

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