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Oct 03 2025BUSINESS

Microsoft's Bright Future: Why Analysts Are Bullish

Microsoft's stock is getting a lot of attention from analysts. One top analyst, Keith Weiss from Morgan Stanley, thinks the company's stock is a great buy. He raised his price target from $582 to $625. That's a big jump! He also gave Microsoft the "Top Pick" spot in the large software category, replacing another company called Atlassian. Microsoft has been doing wel...

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Oct 03 2025TECHNOLOGY

Office Apps Get a Smart Helper with New AI Features

Microsoft has introduced a new way to work with Office apps. It's called Agent Mode. This feature is part of Microsoft 365 Copilot. It's designed to make working with Office documents, spreadsheets, and presentations easier and more efficient. Agent Mode allows users to give a simple prompt. Then, the AI assistant, Copilot, takes over. It can handle multi-step tasks...

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Oct 03 2025BUSINESS

How Microsoft Changed the Game

Microsoft has always been a big name in tech. But what made it stand out? It wasn't just about making money. It was about changing how people use technology. Microsoft started as a small company. Now, it's a giant. But how did it get there? First, Microsoft focused on software. It made tools that people needed. Windows was a big hit. It made computers easier to use....

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Sep 02 2025TECHNOLOGY

Hackers exploit Intel driver to disable Windows Defender

A hacker group has found a clever way to disable Windows Defender using a legitimate Intel driver. This method, known as a "Bring Your Own Vulnerable Driver" (BYOVD) attack, has been active since mid-July 2025 and is being used in ransomware campaigns. The attackers use a driver from Intel's performance-tweaking tool, ThrottleStop, to gain deep access to the system. ...

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Aug 30 2025TECHNOLOGY

Microsoft's AI Shift: Breaking Free from OpenAI?

Microsoft is making big moves in the AI world. They just unveiled some AI models they built themselves. This could mean they're trying to rely less on OpenAI, even though they've poured a lot of money into that company. The tech giant shared details about two new models. One is called MAI-Voice-1. It's designed to create natural, expressive speech. The idea is that ...

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Aug 30 2025TECHNOLOGY

Microsoft Teams: August 2025's Coolest Updates

Let's dive into what's new with Microsoft Teams this August 2025. They've rolled out some handy features that make chatting, meeting, and working a lot smoother. First off, finding stuff is easier now. You can filter messages to show only those with attachments. Plus, you can use search commands to find messages from specific people or channels. It's like having a su...

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Aug 30 2025BUSINESS

Tech Workers Lose Jobs Over Office Protest

Workers at a big tech company recently lost their jobs after a bold move. They entered an executive's office to make a statement. This happened at Microsoft's headquarters in Redmond, Washington. Two employees, Riki Fameli and Anna Hattle, were part of a group called No Azure for Apartheid. They wanted Microsoft to stop doing business with Israel. The group planned ...

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Aug 27 2025TECHNOLOGY

Microsoft Faces Protests Over Cloud Service Links to Israeli Government

Protesters recently made their way into a Microsoft building. They wanted to talk about a big issue. They are part of a group called No Azure for Apartheid. This group has been vocal about Microsoft's deals with the Israeli government and military. They want Microsoft to stop all contracts with them. Microsoft's president, Brad Smith, spoke to reporters after the pr...

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Aug 21 2025TECHNOLOGY

Microsoft Employees Share Salary Secrets

Microsoft workers are spilling the beans on their paychecks. They're using a secret spreadsheet to share details about their salaries, bonuses, and stock rewards. This isn't official, but it gives a peek into how much people earn at the tech giant. Right now, Microsoft is on a mission to hire the best AI brains. They're offering big bucks to poach talent from compet...

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Aug 18 2025TECHNOLOGY

Xbox's Future: A Look at Microsoft's Gaming Hardware Journey

Microsoft's gaming division is at a crossroads. While the company shifts focus towards game publishing and subscriptions, it's not abandoning hardware entirely. The Xbox Series X|S era is winding down, but a new chapter is on the horizon. Carl Ledbetter, a veteran designer at Microsoft, has been reflecting on his 30-year journey with the company, highlighting key pro...

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