Microsoft's new Commercial CEO, promoted to give CEO Satya Nadella more time, sends company-wide memo on restructuring; says: We must become...

Microsoft’s new Commercial CEO, promoted to give CEO Satya Nadella more time, sends company-wide memo on restructuring; says: We must become…

Microsoft’s Commercial CEO Judson Althoff has reshaped his leadership team, promoting four executives to senior vice president roles. This move aims to accelerate AI adoption and enhance agility, as the company navigates a significant AI platform shift. The restructuring focuses on tightening customer feedback loops and empowering faster decision-making to meet evolving market demands. Microsoft’s…

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Vibes in Silicon Valley are bad, even venture capitalists are exhausted as ..., warns CEO of $134 billion software company Databricks

Vibes in Silicon Valley are bad, even venture capitalists are exhausted as …, warns CEO of $134 billion software company Databricks

Databricks CEO Ali Ghodsi warns of an AI bubble, highlighting companies with billions in valuation but no revenue. He criticizes circular financing deals inflating valuations and predicts worsening market conditions. Ghodsi remains optimistic about AI agents, noting their significant use in database creation on Databricks, but sees revenue potential in applications, not commoditized foundation models….

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Microsoft sends more than 600 word advisory on H-1B/H-4 visas to employees; says: Return before your ....

Microsoft sends more than 600 word advisory on H-1B/H-4 visas to employees; says: Return before your ….

Microsoft has issued an advisory for its employees on H-1B/H-4 amid the ongoing visa appointment rescheduling and stamping delays. This comes amid new social media screening, said to address the potential “abuse of the H-1B program”. Calling it a “rapidly developing situation”, the software giant has issued “preliminary guidance” for employees who are in the…

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Satya Nadella is putting pressure on Microsoft employees to commit to AI push or leave, report says

Satya Nadella is putting pressure on Microsoft employees to commit to AI push or leave, report says

Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the tech industry, and Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella reportedly wants his company to pioneer this change. Nadella is seemingly planning to double down on AI and is making it clear that those who cannot commit to this transformation can leave the tech giant. Satya Nadella reportedly gives ultimatum on AI…

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Another technical snag: Delayed check-in at multiple airports due to Microsoft outage; IndiGo, SpiceJet and other airlines impacted

Another technical snag: Delayed check-in at multiple airports due to Microsoft outage; IndiGo, SpiceJet and other airlines impacted

Flight operations across several airports were disrupted on Wednesday morning after check-in systems unexpectedly stopped working, prompting airlines to fall back on manual procedures and slowing down departures. A source confirmed to PTI that a system outage affected airport check-in platforms simultaneously at multiple locations. The individual added that the disruption has already resulted in…

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Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella says humans can't rely on brains alone to succeed at workplace, they need…

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella says humans can’t rely on brains alone to succeed at workplace, they need…

In a world increasingly dominated by artificial intelligence, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella argues that emotional intelligence is essential for business leaders. He posits that while AI can manage technical tasks, the human touch—through empathy and collaboration—remains irreplaceable in driving success. Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella emphasized that emotional intelligence is becoming increasingly vital in the workplace…

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When Bill Gates didn't want to meet, his now best friend, Warren Buffett

When Bill Gates didn’t want to meet, his now best friend, Warren Buffett

Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates has revealed that he almost missed the chance of meeting his now closet friend and legendary investor Warren Buffet, back in 1991. What started as a reluctant introduction pushed by Gates’ mother turned into a daylong conversation which reshaped his point of view about business and also sparked a decades-long friendship….

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CEO Satya Nadella says Microsoft's software business is rethinking its pricing model to …

CEO Satya Nadella says Microsoft’s software business is rethinking its pricing model to …

Microsoft’s software business is planning to adjust its pricing model. Satya Nadella, the software giant’s CEO, has revealed the company is shifting from charging “per user” to “per agent” as artificial intelligence (AI) systems increasingly perform autonomous work alongside human employees. Speaking on the “Dwarkesh Podcast”, Nadella explained that Microsoft’s business is transitioning from an…

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