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"Is that Taj Mahal or luxury hotel": New Microsoft office in Noida leaves netizens awestruck | Reactions

The Noida-based Microsoft Development Centre features vaulted doorways, arches, and marble domes that pays tribute to the country's rich craftsmanship.

Jan 29, 2021

US court permanently shuts down India-based computer scam targeting elders

A joint operation by US and India's Central Bureau of Investigation busted the alleged fraudsters, who in some cases impersonated Microsoft

Dec 30, 2020

One-third Indian workers face increased burnout at work: Microsoft

As the work-life balance get blurred globally in the pandemic times, India came out top with over 41 per cent of workers citing the lack of separation between work and personal life negatively impacting their wellbeing, resulting in increased stress levels, a Microsoft study revealed.

Oct 7, 2020

Xbox Series S to cost $299, Series X for $499; Sony should be worried

The entry-level Xbox Series S will cost $299 at retail, while the more powerful Xbox Series X will be priced at $499, said the report, citing sources.

Sep 8, 2020

Microsoft confirms talks to buy TikTok in US by September 15

The Satya Nadella-led company in a blog post revealed that Microsoft has discussed the security concerns with Trump and it plans to seal the deal with TikTok's parent company Bytedance by September 15, 2020.

Aug 3, 2020

Microsoft eyeing TikTok US business, talks ongoing: Reports

It looks like Microsoft has shown its interest in buying TikTok's US part.

Aug 1, 2020

LinkedIn lays off 6% of its global workforce as Covid-19 crisis slows down hiring

Microsoft Corp's professional networking site LinkedIn said on Tuesday it would cut about 960 jobs, or 6% of its global workforce, as the coronavirus pandemic is having a sustained impact on demand for its recruitment products.

Jul 21, 2020

Google, Facebook join lawsuit against student visa restrictions

Google, Facebook, Microsoft and other tech firms have joined the lawsuit filed by Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) last week to block Donald Trump administration's decision to ban foreign students taking only online courses.

Jul 14, 2020

Microsoft to resume optional Windows 10 non-security updates in July

These validated, production-quality optional releases will be now called "Preview" releases for clarity, and will be offered only for Windows 10 and Windows Server, version 1809 and later.

Jun 18, 2020

Microsoft's undersea data centre drives hunt for Covid-19 vaccine

The Folding@home distributed computing project was launched in October 2000 to simulate protein dynamics.

Jun 17, 2020

Microsoft Surface Duo dual-screen phone may launch in July

According to Windows Central's Zac Bowden, Microsoft may be planning to launch the Surface Duo in the coming weeks in order to beat the Samsung Galaxy Fold 2 which is expected to launch on August 5.

Jun 15, 2020

Microsoft venture fund M12 opens office in India

The introduction of M12 (formerly known as Microsoft Ventures) in is creating new value for startups, VCs and the company itself to maintain the pace and direction of innovation.

Jun 10, 2020

After Facebook, Microsoft mulling investment in Reliance Jio; here are the signs

Several stock market analysts are of the opinion that Microsoft could soon follow Facebook's footsteps and buy stakes in Reliance Jio.

May 20, 2020

Microsoft records 46% drop in hiring, LinkedIn has only 3 jobs openings

According to data compiled by alternative data platform Thinknum, Satya Nadella-run tech giant listed 5,580 openings on its main careers site on March 22.

Apr 21, 2020

Mother of all deals: Facebook may buy 10 percent stake in Reliance Jio

India has emerged as a major market for global tech giants with its increased mobile and internet penetration.

Mar 25, 2020

Bill Gates to step down from Microsoft board, shifts focus to philanthropy

Bill Gates has slowly been stepping back from Microsoft in recent years. The company said he wants to dedicate more of his time to his philanthropy at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, one of the world's biggest nonprofit organizations, started from the profits he made from Microsoft.

Mar 14, 2020

Coronavirus in Seattle: Microsoft employees in Seattle test positive for Covid-19, quarantined

Several tech firms have asked their Seattle-based employees to work from home to help prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus or Covid-19.

Mar 6, 2020

It's sad and bad: Satya Nadella joins CAA debate, speaks about talented immigrants

The statement comes a day after he joined the CAA debate by saying that whatever is happening in India due to this new legislation is just bad.

Jan 14, 2020

Who will blink first? India-US in staring match over taxing Internet downloads

India may ignore US warnings of trade sanctions and impose import duties on 'electronic transmissions' like software, movie and music downloads and streaming before the year-end; New Delhi and Pretoria threaten to end 20 years of WTO ban on taxing international downloads

Dec 7, 2019

What slowdown? IITs register bumper pre-placements offer

IT software and hardware companies have offered maximum PPOs followed by companies in the analytics and consulting sectors, IITs informed.

Nov 23, 2019