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Elon Musk shares report on Microsoft testing OpenAI alternatives
Tech giant Microsoft is developing its own AI models, which may be offered to developers, according to the report by The Information. Microsoft’s GitHub unit has already introduced models from Anthropic and Google as alternatives to OpenAI’s GPT-4o for coding assistance, following a broader trend within the company to expand its AI options.
H-1B visa: How the US policy shift may not rock the boat for Indian engineers
Recent changes to US H-1B visa policies have raised concerns among Indian IT professionals seeking to work in the US. However, the impact may not be as severe as expected due to two main factors: a shortage of skilled American workers in technical fields and a growing focus by companies like Microsoft and Google on leveraging Indian engineering talent for AI development.
Nordics' efficient energy infrastructure ideal for Microsoft's data centre expansion
Microsoft, which operates some 300 data centres globally and is investing about $80 billion more in them by the end of June, has a goal to become carbon negative by 2030.
Microsoft developing AI reasoning models to compete with OpenAI: Report
The company has begun testing out models from xAI, Meta and DeepSeek as potential OpenAI replacements in Copilot, according to the report.
How DeepSeek shook America's tech giants in weeks — what others couldn't do in decades
Chinese technology companies, driven by advancements from the AI firm DeepSeek, are outperforming their US counterparts. Investment in China's '7 Titans' has surged, while the US 'Magnificent Seven' stocks have declined. Government support and AI innovation further strengthen China's tech sector.
Microsoft to invest $300 million more in South Africa's AI infrastructure
Microsoft has already spent 20.4 billion rand to set up South Africa's first enterprise-grade data centres in Johannesburg and Cape Town. The country has become a major hub for data centres to handle the high computational demands of AI as companies seek to integrate the technology into various products and services.
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US Labor Department investigating Nvidia, Amazon-backed startup Scale AI
The company said the investigation, which was initiated nearly a year ago under former President Joe Biden's administration, is looking into Scale AI's compliance with fair pay practices and working conditions. Founded in 2016, Scale AI provides vast amounts of accurately labeled data, which is pivotal for training sophisticated tools like OpenAI's ChatGPT.
US stock market today: Market surge – Dow Jones, S&P 500, Nasdaq rally as Microsoft, NVIDIA, Tesla, GM surge; Energy stocks struggle
US stock market surged as the Dow Jones, S&P 500, and Nasdaq rallied on March 6, 2025, following Donald Trump’s tariff relief decision. Major indexes posted strong gains, with tech and auto stocks leading the charge. Microsoft, NVIDIA, and GM saw sharp increases, while the energy sector struggled. The Russell 2000 index also gained, reflecting investor optimism. Global markets reacted positively, boosting Germany’s DAX and China’s stock market. Investors now focus on trade negotiations, corporate earnings, and Fed policies to gauge future trends. Read the full story for detailed insights on market movements and key performers.
Microsoft withdrew some CoreWeave agreements over delivery issue: Report
Microsoft has a number of ongoing contracts with CoreWeave that provide it with computing capacity from data centres, a partnership which is worth billions of dollars, the newspaper said.
Malaysia discussing response to US chip tariffs with companies, minister says
The Southeast Asian nation is home to a large semiconductor industry, including top US multinationals such as Intel and GlobalFoundries, and is one of the top exporters of chips to the United States.
AI giant CoreWeave’s blockbuster IPO filing unveils a shocking detail; one customer drives more than 50% of its $1.9 billion revenue
Nvidia-backed CoreWeave is preparing for its IPO filing with an estimated valuation of $35 billion. The firm relies heavily on two customers for 77% of its revenues. Microsoft accounts for 62% of this. CoreWeave aims to address material weaknesses in its financial systems by 2026. The IPO will be the first major tech IPO of 2025.
UK says Microsoft-OpenAI partnership does not need antitrust investigation
Britain's competition authority said on Wednesday that Microsoft's partnership with OpenAI Inc does not qualify for investigation under the merger provisions of the Enterprise Act 2002.
US court denies Musk preliminary injunction in his suit against OpenAI
A U.S. court denied Elon Musk's request for a preliminary injunction against OpenAI's shift to a for-profit model. Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers of California indicated she would expedite a trial later this year on the conversion issue. Musk contends OpenAI was initially meant to be a nonprofit benefiting humanity, while OpenAI claims the shift is necessary for securing capital.
AI startup Anthropic closes deal that values it at $61.5 billion
The deal comes amid a surge in funding activity for the industry's most prominent AI startups. OpenAI is set to complete a $40 billion fundraising deal that would value the company at $300 billion, nearly double its valuation from just five months ago.
Skype shutdown: Microsoft's billion-dollar bet fails to keep pace
The move reflects changing user preferences and competition from other platforms. Skype’s technology, designed for desktops, struggled in the era of smartphones and cloud-based competitors, such as WhatsApp and Zoom.
Microsoft down! Massive outage strands users without email, apps
Microsoft Outlook Global Outage: Tens of thousands of Microsoft users faced major disruptions on Saturday as Outlook, Teams, and other 365 services went down. Reports spiked in major U.S. cities, with users venting their frustration online. Microsoft identified the cause and rolled back a suspected update to restore access. While services are largely back, the company remains on high alert. This latest outage adds to a series of recent disruptions, raising concerns over Microsoft's cloud reliability.
Industry groups urge quick adoption of EU cybersecurity label that favours Big Tech
The call came amid signs that the European Commission may delay adopting or even scrap the proposal, which has gone through several changes since it was unveiled by EU cybersecurity agency ENISA in 2020.
Microsoft to shut Skype 14 years after it bought the iconic internet calling and chat service for $8.5 billion: 10 things you need to know
Microsoft will shut down Skype soon, following years of falling usage due to competition from apps such as WhatsApp and Zoom. Microsoft will instead focus on Teams, a collaboration platform widely utilized in the business sector. Ex-Skype staff will be redeployed to other parts of Microsoft.
Skype's final call set for May as Microsoft prioritises Teams
Founded in 2003, Skype's cheap audio and video calls quickly disrupted the landline industry in the early 2000s and made the company a household name boasting hundreds of millions of users at its peak. But the platform has struggled to keep up with easier-to-use and more reliable rivals such as Zoom and Salesforce's Slack in recent years.
Meta plans paid subscription service for chatbot Meta AI, source says
The move comes as Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg aims to bolster the company's position against rivals Microsoft-backed OpenAI and Google in the race to dominate the AI space. Zuckerberg said in January that the company plans to spend as much as $65 billion this year to expand its AI infrastructure.
Microsoft will urge Trump to overhaul curbs on AI chip exports: report
Tighter US restrictions on the exports of advanced artificial intelligence chips, such as those made by leader Nvidia, to Beijing have hurt the ability of American chipmakers and Big Tech to service one of the largest markets for semiconductors, accelerating a global race for AI infrastructure dominance.
Europe's top AI plays extend slide, Microsoft data centre worries persist
Europe has no direct equivalent to either Nvidia, whose chips power a lot of existing AI capability, or Microsoft, but shares in companies that are exposed to datacentres endured a second day of selling. Microsoft has said its AI and cloud capacity investment plans remained on track.
Microsoft invests in cloud data firm Veeam Software to build AI products
Veeam's software is designed to help customers quickly recover their data after cybersecurity incidents, ransomware attacks or accidental data loss.
Microsoft is planning to launch a free version of Office, but there is a catch. Here is all you need to know
Microsoft is testing a free, ad-supported version of its Office suite for Windows users, offering access to Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. However, there are significant limitations such as the absence of advanced features and local file storage. This move appears to be part of Microsoft's strategy to attract more users while maintaining the premium appeal of its paid subscriptions.
The smart money shift: Wall Street’s elite billionaires are selling off these Dow stocks and betting big on these winners; here's why
David Tepper has reduced his Amazon stake after a 166% rise and is betting on Nvidia, driven by AI infrastructure investments. Bill Gates is shifting away from Microsoft, increasing holdings in McDonald's due to its solid performance and growth prospects. Tepper and Gates' moves highlight the shifting focus towards AI and stable investments in fluctuating markets.
We missed…the biggest business model on the web: Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella acknowledged that search engine was an opportunity that the company overlooked and which Google recognised and executed effectively. One has not only to get the tech trend right but also get where the value is going to be created with that trend, he said.
Harsh reality check! Microsoft’s Satya Nadella just put Jensen Huang-led Nvidia on notice; here's what he said
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella warns Nvidia of potential risks due to an oversupply of AI resources. By 2027-2028, Microsoft plans to lease computing power instead of building more, potentially driving down prices. An AI market slowdown and the trend of companies designing in-house chips could also challenge Nvidia's current dominance in AI hardware.
Microsoft shelves AI data-center deals in sign of potential oversupply, analyst says
Redmond, Washington-based Microsoft has canceled leases totaling "a couple of hundred megawatts" of capacity with at least two private data-center operators, the analysts led by Michael Elias said, citing supply chain checks.
Elon Musk reacts to AI-powered farming in India as Satya Nadella shares viral video. Watch
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella recently shared a video showcasing how AI is transforming farming in Baramati, Maharashtra, by improving crop yields, reducing chemical usage, and optimizing water consumption. The initiative, powered by Microsoft’s AI tools and satellite imaging, aims to help small farmers make data-driven decisions in their local languages. Reacting to the post, Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk praised the impact of AI on agriculture, stating, “AI will improve everything.”
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