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The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) has found multiple vulnerabilities in microsoft Edge that can be exploited for remote code execution by attackers. Users are urged to update their browsers to version 129.0.2792.52 to address these issues involving UI implementation, Autofill, V8 engine, and other security flaws.

microsoft’s Indian arm has purchased 16.4 acres of land in Pune’s Hinjewadi area for Rs 519.72 crore, enhancing its presence in India’s commercial real estate sector. The company is expanding its data centre operations and investing in AI and digital skills training programs to equip the workforce for future challenges.

Bill Gates discussed how his early success at microsoft stemmed from a relentless focus on developing top-notch software. This single-minded dedication during his 20s helped propel the company but came at the cost of work-life balance. Today, Gates stresses the importance of taking breaks and maintaining a balanced approach to work for sustained success.

microsoft President Brad Smith warned US lawmakers about potential disinformation threats in the crucial 48 hours before the November 5 elections. Speaking at a Senate Intelligence Committee hearing, he highlighted recent incidents like Slovakia’s election. Tech giants Google and Meta discussed countermeasures, while TikTok and Elon Musk's platform X were notably absent from the session.

microsoft's microsoft 365 suite faced an outage impacting thousands of users due to a change in a third-party ISP's managed environment. The issue affected services like Word, Excel, and Teams. The ISP has reverted the change, and microsoft confirmed that the services are now recovering. In India, reports about issues with microsoft 365 peaked at around 6.45 pm.

microsoft's is expected to reveal the next phase of Copilot innovation at the upcoming September 16 event that will be hosted by CEO Satya Nadella and VP Jared Spataro. Expected announcements include rebranding efforts and new features for microsoft Office apps and Copilot Pro. The event will be streamed live on LinkedIn.

microsoft is discontinuing its plans for a major redesign of the Edge browser that featured rounded tabs and was previewed last year. Although the full overhaul is scrapped, some design elements will remain as microsoft continues to update Edge's look and feel to align with its overall design language, a report has said.

microsoft is reducing its workforce by about 650 employees in the gaming division, following earlier job cuts and studio closures. Xbox head Phil Spencer stated these layoffs are connected to the Activision Blizzard acquisition and will not affect current games or devices. microsoft has also paused Xbox's social media activity to prevent backlash similar to a previous incident.

microsoft announced it will lay off about 650 employees in its gaming division, primarily affecting corporate and support functions. This decision follows the $68.7 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard. Xbox chief Phil Spencer stated that no games or studios are being impacted by these layoffs, which aim to streamline operations for sustainable future growth.

NOYB has filed a complaint against Mozilla, alleging that Firefox tracks user behavior without consent through its 'privacy preserving attribution' feature.

Starting in November, microsoft will expand its Copilot+ AI features to more laptops through free Windows updates. Laptops equipped with AMD Ryzen AI 300 and Intel Core Ultra 200V processors will gain access to live captions, video call effects, and AI-assisted image creation in microsoft Paint. These features were previously available only on Qualcomm Snapdragon X chip laptops.

Bill Gates, microsoft co-founder and billionaire, was seen enjoying a hot dog from a street vendor in Times Square. The video went viral, highlighting his relatable side. Known for his philanthropy through the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, this moment shows a contrast between his wealth and appreciation for simple pleasures.

Elon Musk has criticised Google and microsoft for their substantial donations to the Democratic Party, arguing that this introduces bias.

Qualcomm's potential acquisition of Intel may encounter significant challenges, including intense antitrust scrutiny and difficulties in managing Intel's foundry business. While the deal could aid Qualcomm in diversifying beyond smartphones, analysts question its feasibility. As per an analyst, the reality of it actually occurring is very low. This aligns with Qualcomm's strategy to expand into PCs and automotive applications.

microsoft has launched a new Windows app that serves as a central hub for streaming a Windows environment from sources like Windows 365 and Azure Virtual Desktop. Available on multiple platforms, the app offers customizable home screens, multi-monitor support, and advanced security features. It aims to streamline remote PC connections for work and school accounts.

Bill Gates disclosed his frequent use of the meeting summary tool in microsoft Teams, appreciating its summarizing and interactive features. He also values ChatGPT for learning and writing. Gates is optimistic about AI's positive impact on health and education but recognizes the need to address misinformation effectively.

microsoft has committed to a 20-year partnership with Constellation Energy to reactivate the Three Mile Island nuclear plant's Unit 1 reactor in Pennsylvania. This move is designed to supply carbon-free electricity for microsoft's expanding AI data centres, aligning with its objective of operating all global data centres on clean energy by 2025.