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Microsoft employees raise concerns over AI strategy amid 60,000-person buyout offer
The letter, cited in a report byThe New York Times, accuses Microsoft of pursuing AI with a “speed-at-all-costs” approach and urges the company to stop linking employees' use of AI tools to performance rewards or reprimands.
Mark Zuckerberg and Priscilla Chan’s 10-year-old daughter vibe-codes several creations, including a messaging app, apps similar to GeoCities and a game inspired by FarmVille, with each project also featuring its own marketing and sales plan
Maxima Zuckerberg, daughter of Mark Zuckerberg and Priscilla Chan, is interested in artificial intelligence and software development. She is currently experimenting with vibe-coding, which uses natural language to create software with AI tools. While her parents support her enthusiasm, they have imposed restrictions on developing online projects. Priscilla Chan specifically did not allow Maxima to create a dating website due to safety concerns.
Microsoft is winding down Oracle deal to rent AI cloud capacity: Bloomberg
Microsoft is winding down an arrangement to rent AI computing from Oracle as part of a larger reassessment of billions of dollars in cloud partnerships, Bloomberg news reported on Friday, citing people familiar with the matter.
Tech layoffs were just the start: 1.6 million more US job cuts could push America toward recession
US technology layoffs have crossed 200,000 in 2026, with Google, Microsoft, Amazon and other major companies cutting jobs. But the bigger concern is whether the trend will spread to retail and financial services, where another 1.6 million job losses could push unemployment higher and raise fears of a US recession.
Activists breach Microsoft data centre construction site as protests spread in Europe
Activist groups have announced actions in 16 countries on Friday and Saturday, according to the "Stop Dirty Data Centres" coalition, which is rallying environmental groups and digital rights campaigns behind calls to pause large-scale construction.
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Lalu Prasad granted bail in 2011 poll code violation case in Siwan
Lalu Prasad appeared before the court of Additional Chief Judicial Magistrate (ACJM)-I after warrants and a proclamation notice were issued against him for repeatedly failing to attend court proceedings.
Why Big Tech companies Microsoft, Google, Meta and others are opting for voluntary buyouts
In response to fluctuating market demands, Meta has rolled out voluntary exit packages in France aimed at workforce restructuring. This initiative is part of a broader trend as tech giants like Google and Microsoft implement similar measures globally to optimize costs. These packages offer employees the choice to depart with financial incentives and transition support, showcasing a more favorable approach compared to traditional layoffs amidst economic uncertainty.
Are Amazon and Google polishing Anthropic IPO numbers? Michael Burry raises big question amid global AI crash
Anthropic’s reported revenue surged to nearly $17 billion in the third quarter as it prepares for a potential blockbuster IPO. However, Michael Burry has questioned the sharp decline in sales and marketing expenses, raising concerns about whether major partners such as Amazon, Alphabet and Microsoft are helping polish its financials ahead of the listing.
QQQ stock today falls over 5%: Why Nvidia (NVDA), Qualcomm (QCOM), Intel (INTC) and Marvell (MRVL) are dragging down Invesco QQQ Trust
QQQ stock: Invesco QQQ Trust fell more than 5% toward $655 on Thursday as investors sold technology and semiconductor stocks following the US midterm elections. Qualcomm's disappointing chip sales and concerns over AI data center spending added to the pressure, even as QQQ increased its holdings in Nvidia, Apple and Microsoft on Tuesday.
Why Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan, Uber are restricting AI access for employees
Goldman Sachs recently restricted most of its employees from using Anthropic’s Claude Code and Microsoft’s GitHub coding tools,Bloomberg reported, citing an October internal guidance. The American investment banking company had earlier allowed employees across departments to experiment with these tools to automate routine tasks, analyse trading activity, and create content.
After laying off thousands, Meta now offers voluntary exit packages like Google and Microsoft. Here's all you need to know
Meta has launched a voluntary exit programme in France, designed to reorganize its team while pivoting towards artificial intelligence development. This attractive package includes severance pay, mobility leave, and extensive career support for transitioning employees. This initiative reflects a growing trend in the tech industry, as companies like Google and Microsoft are also adopting similar voluntary separation strategies. Employees wishing to participate must apply by November 5.
Microsoft rejects multibillion-dollar AI deal with UK's Nscale
The report comes weeks after Microsoft pulled out of a deal to anchor Nscale's flagship data centre project in Loughton, Essex, after power connection delays pushed its expected supply date into the 2030s
OpenAI to acquire developer tools firm Pierre to expand Codex capabilities
OpenAI will acquire Pierre Computer Company, the developer of open-source coding tools, to expand its Codex platform's capabilities in building, understanding and reviewing software, as it looks to strengthen the role of AI agents across the software development process.
Lenskart, Nykaa, PhysicsWallah see Q2 profits surge
New-age companies Nykaa, Lenskart, and PhysicsWallah reported strong numbers for the September quarter. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.
Why are companies restricting AI access to employees
Goldman Sachs, Uber, JPMorgan and Nvidia are some of the global firms that have restricted their employees’ usage of AI tools
Why is Microsoft borrowing $25 billion after offering buyouts to 60,000 employees?
Microsoft 25 billion bond sale: Microsoft is raising $25 billion through a bond sale as AI infrastructure costs rise, days after offering voluntary buyouts to nearly 60,000 employees. The company expects up to 3,000 employees to accept the exit offer as it prepares to spend $175 billion on capital expenditure in 2026.
Apple beats sales and profit expectations but AI costs weigh on holiday sales
Apple exceeded analysts' expectations for its latest results on Monday when the iPhone-maker said it notched a "revenue record" for the July-September quarter, driven by iPhone sales and services revenue, but increased costs related to AI will drag down margins. This includes primarily the impact of higher memory costs, as well as some costs related to the ramp of Siri AI," Parekh said.
Deep use cases vault India to ChatGPT’s top global market: OpenAI's India MD
During a visit to India last year, the ChatGPT maker’s cofounder Sam Altman said that India was the fastest growing market for the frontier lab and was already the second largest in terms of users globally. Market estimates had earlier put the India user base at 100 million.
Musk and Zuckerberg officially adopt Trump’s “super intelligence” label for AI, other tech chiefs yet to follow
In a significant shift, tech giants Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg have embraced the term 'super intelligence' to describe AI, following a pivotal lunch with Donald Trump that resulted in a new safety standards agreement. Meanwhile, executives from Alphabet, Amazon, and Microsoft still favor the traditional AI nomenclature in their dialogues.
How should companies measure performance when AI does part of the work?
As AI becomes part of everyday work, companies are reconsidering how they assess employee performance. Measuring output alone may overlook the quality of decisions, the ability to verify AI-generated work, and the value employees add beyond what the technology can produce.
Cash takes centre stage as investors rethink AI spending boom
Investors are increasingly focused on technology companies' cash generation capabilities to fund artificial intelligence investments. Microsoft and Oracle are gaining positive attention from investors, while Alphabet faces challenges due to rising AI costs. Alphabet's spending has surpassed its operating cash flow, raising concerns about its financial sustainability. In contrast, Microsoft's strong cash flow and forecasted growth indicate effective AI investment returns.
Microsoft, Oracle outshine Alphabet as investors demand AI returns
Wall Street increasingly favours technology companies demonstrating financial discipline in AI investments. Microsoft and Oracle gained on strong cash flow prospects, while Alphabet shares plunged amid rising capital expenditure and slower search growth. Investors are prioritising sustainable returns, profitability and cash generation over aggressive artificial intelligence infrastructure expansion.
Microsoft beats expectations fueled by Azure cloud business
Microsoft has unveiled its impressive financial performance, reporting a revenue of $92.3 billion and profits soaring past $36.6 billion. The Azure cloud services experienced a remarkable growth of 48%, driven by an increasing demand for AI technologies. In a strategic move, the company has offered voluntary buyouts to 60,000 employees while continuing to innovate hardware aimed at enhancing AI capabilities.
Microsoft beats expectations fueled by Azure cloud business
Microsoft shares popped more than five percent Wednesday afternoon after it reported better than expected revenue and profit, fueled by its Azure cloud computing division which grew by 48 percent in the September quarter. However, Google on Wednesday reported that revenue from its cloud division doubled to $30.7 billion during the quarter, bringing it closer to Microsoft's Azure revenue, which reached $33.2 billion in the same period.
Amazon announces second round of layoffs this month, cuts 250 jobs in devices unit
Amazon has confirmed a new wave of layoffs, impacting approximately 250 workers within its devices division. Just weeks ago, the company cut around 1,000 positions from its core retail sector. These reductions aim to enhance operational efficiency and align with future product strategies. Meanwhile, both Microsoft and Dropbox have joined the trend, recently announcing their own workforce cuts amidst a tech industry facing widespread layoffs in 2026.
US Senator Bernie Sanders slams Microsoft for slashing 60,000 jobs, stirs online debate
Microsoft announced on October 26that it is introducing a voluntary exit programme targeting eligible employees in the US, Canada, India, and the UK, joining the list of other tech giants that have announced job cuts due to the rise of artificial intelligence.
No layoffs in 101 years: CEO of a company that has never laid off workers says businesses should cut costs elsewhere instead of firing employees
As Microsoft offers voluntary buyouts to around 60,000 employees amid heavy AI investment, the CEO of a 101-year-old syrup maker says businesses should look for savings beyond job cuts. Torani says it has never laid off workers, including during the pandemic, when revenue fell 20% in a single month.
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