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Stone, parchment or laser-etched glass? Scientists find new way to preserve data
Hard disks and magnetic tape have a limited lifespan, but storage developed by Microsoft could last for millennia
Microsoft confirms next Windows 11 feature drop with new Taskbar, Emoji, and Settings updates — here's what's coming to your PC very soon
Windows 11's latest Release Preview Channel update has given us our first look at Microsoft's next OS feature drop that's expected to begin rolling out imminently.
Microsoft tests Windows 11 taskbar speed test in Release Preview Build
Windows 11 Insiders: KB5077241 tests taskbar speed test, WebP backgrounds, and printing improvements Microsoft has shipped new Windows 11 preview updates
Here's the next batch of Xbox Game Pass games for February
Microsoft has revealed the next batch of games coming to its Xbox Game Pass subscription service this February
Windows 11 KB5077181 fixes boot failures linked to failed updates
Microsoft says it has resolved a Windows 11 bug that caused some commercial systems to fail to boot with an "UNMOUNTABLE_BOOT_VOLUME" error after installing recent security updates, with the fix delivered in the February 2026 Patch Tuesday update.
3 reasons most people stick with Windows, even though Linux is free
Microsoft built a fortress around its user base. From schools to enterprises, Windows is so deeply woven into daily life that change seem unthinkable.
Microsoft Discloses DNS-Based ClickFix Attack Using Nslookup for Malware Staging
Microsoft details a new ClickFix variant abusing DNS nslookup commands to stage malware, enabling stealthy payload delivery and RAT deployment.
Windows 11 KB5077181 Security Update Causing Some Devices to Restart in an Infinite Loop
Microsoft's February 10, 2026, security update KB5077181 for Windows 11 versions 24H2 (build 26200.7840) and 25H2 (build 26100.7840) has triggered widespread reports of critical boot failures just days after deployment.
Their Secret to a Happy Marriage? A Translation App
He speaks English. She speaks Mandarin. The secret to their happy marriage: Microsoft Translator.
Microsoft released KB5077180, KB5077374, KB5076124 Windows 11 setup & recovery updates
Microsoft this week released new dynamic updates for Windows 11 26H1, 25H2 and 24H2 under KB5077178, KB5077180, KB5077374, and KB5076124 for setup and recovery.
Windows 11 is testing new 2026 features — and some of them are already changing how the OS feels
Microsoft has restarted Windows 11 feature updates for Insiders, offering an early look at the tweaks and improvements planned for 2026. Some of the first changes are already live — here’s what’s new.
CISA flags critical Microsoft SCCM flaw as exploited in attacks
CISA ordered federal agencies on Thursday to secure their systems against a critical Microsoft Configuration Manager vulnerability patched in October 2024 and now exploited in attacks.
Microsoft AI CEO says automation will soon take over most white-collar tasks
Microsoft's AI chief predicts white-collar automation within 18 months, citing rapid advances in software engineering and AI-assisted coding tools.
Microsoft AI leader predicts automation in white-collar jobs
Mustafa Suleyman, Microsoft's AI chief, says AI can automate white-collar jobs within 12-18 months, as tech reaches human-level performance in tasks.
Microsoft Confirms Windows Is Under Attack
Attackers have not waited for Exploit Wednesday; the Microsoft Windows zero-day attacks have already started. Here’s what you need to know and do.
Microsoft warns that poisoned AI buttons and links may betray your trust
: Businesses are embedding prompts that produce content they want you to read, not the stuff AI makes if left to its own devices
Microsoft says hackers are exploiting critical zero-day bugs to target Windows and Office users
Critical security flaws targeting Windows and Office users allow hackers to take complete control of a victim's computer by clicking a malicious link or opening a file. Patch now.
Over 60 Software Vendors Issue Security Fixes Across OS, Cloud, and Network Platforms
Patch Tuesday delivers fixes for 59 Microsoft flaws, six exploited zero-days, plus critical SAP and Intel TDX vulnerabilities.
Microsoft Is Considering A Big Game Pass Change
Microsoft may, or may not, be planning a big change to Game Pass in the future.
Notepad's new Markdown powers served with a side of remote code execution
: Smug faces across all those who opposed the WordPad-ification of Microsoft's humble text editor
Microsoft Patches 59 Vulnerabilities Including Six Actively Exploited Zero-Days
Microsoft patches 59 vulnerabilities, including six actively exploited zero-days, with CISA mandating urgent federal remediation.
Microsoft releases Windows 11 26H1, but it's not for existing PCs. Windows 11 26H2 is coming for all PCs
Microsoft reached out to Windows Latest to confirm Windows 11 26H1 is real and rolling out. Existing PCs get version 26H2.
Microsoft releases Windows 11 26H1 for select and upcoming CPUs
Microsoft has announced Windows 11 26H1, but it's not for existing PCs. Instead, it will ship on devices with Snapdragon X2 processors and possibly other rumored ARM chips.w
Microsoft's Valentine's gift to admins: 6 exploited zero-day fixes
: Roses are red, violets are blue ... now get patching
Microsoft February 2026 Patch Tuesday fixes 6 zero-days, 58 flaws
Today is Microsoft's February 2026 Patch Tuesday with security updates for 58 flaws, including 6 actively exploited and three publicly disclosed zero-day vulnerabilities.
Microsoft sounds the alarm about Secure Boot certificates expiring later this year
PCs without the new certificates could eventually have trouble booting new OSes.
Microsoft is keeping Secure Boot alive with Windows updates
Certificates start expiring in June.
To Succeed, the Next-Gen Xbox Needs to Steal These PC Features
You may have more than one choice of next-gen Xbox, and not just from Microsoft.
Xbox next-gen console will be Microsoft's riskiest gaming platform yet
A new report about the next-gen Xbox suggests that Microsoft could be taking big risks, and we're seeing some of it in action with the Xbox Ally.
Microsoft Still Plans First-Party Xbox Handheld, It's Claimed
A new report claims Microsoft reportedly still plans an Xbox handheld, even as it prioritizes its next console.
Report: Next Year Is 'Best Case Scenario' For New Xbox Console, Microsoft Still Unsure On Price
WC is back with a new report
Warcraft, Overwatch, and Diablo studio Blizzard Entertainment hits 35 years old — marks its first milestone under Microsoft Gaming
Legendary gaming firm cut its teeth with SNES and Genesis ports in the early 90s, but its legacy was locked in by three era‑defining originals that arrived between 1994 and 98.
How Nvidia became the first $5 trillion company, in 4 charts
Nvidia, not Apple or Microsoft, became the first company to surpass a $5 trillion valuation in October, cementing its role as the engine of the AI boom through the chips it designs.
Amazon, Google, Meta, Microsoft boost AI spending, stocks react
Big Tech's capital expenditures soar with Amazon, Google, Meta, and Microsoft at the forefront, ushering a new era of AI infrastructure spending.
Microsoft AI CEO: Vibe coding is making software easier to replace
Microsoft AI CEO says vibe coding is lowering the barrier to building apps, raising questions about how defensible software will be.
New recall includes nearly 23K bottles of triglycerides drug used to treat heart disease
New Jersey-based Zydus Pharmaceuticals has recalled nearly 23,000 bottles of its icosapent ethyl capsules due to leakage issues that may have weakened their effectiveness.
SAVR linked to ‘excellent’ long-term survival for patients with bicuspid aortic valves
Survival rates are high for both men and women presenting with BAV disease, according to a new analysis of nearly 28,000 SAVR patients.
Windows 11 now locks Storage settings behind admin rights — and it’s going to confuse a lot of people
If opening the Storage settings feels off, you're right. Microsoft made changes to require elevation to open these settings on Windows 11.
Stop Using Windows 11 Like a Beginner: 31 Hidden Tricks Microsoft Never Taught You
Windows 11 is more advanced than you might think. We show you how to take advantage of AI‑powered Copilot tricks, customization tips, hidden settings, multitasking tools, security tweaks, and more.
OpenAI launches new enterprise platform in bid to win more business customers
Frontier can work with OpenAI agents, enterprise-build agents, as well as agents from third parties like Google, Microsoft and Anthropic.
Microsoft Introduces System Monitor (Sysmon) Support In Windows 11
Microsoft has begun rolling out native System Monitor (Sysmon) capabilities directly within Windows 11, marking a notable shift in how advanced system telemetry and threat detection can be deployed across Windows environments. The feature is currently being tested on select systems enrolled in the W
Microsoft hired a Google exec to replace security boss Charlie Bell
Microsoft's security boss Charlie Bell is moving to a new role as an individual contributor.
Microsoft actually does something useful, adds Sysmon to Windows
: After years of bolting AI onto everything, Redmond remembers admins exist
Microsoft rolls out native Sysmon monitoring in Windows 11
Microsoft has started rolling out built-in Sysmon functionality to some Windows 11 systems enrolled in the Windows Insider program.
Microsoft's new commercial CEO is changing his top ranks, memo shows
Judson Althoff was promoted to this new CEO role in October. He's shuffling several executives who work for him.
AMD suggests the next-gen Xbox will arrive in 2027
Microsoft could launch the next-generation Xbox console sometime in 2027, AMD CEO Lisa Su has revealed during the semiconductor company’s latest earnings call.
AMD hints Microsoft could launch its next-gen Xbox in 2027
AMD is developing a custom chip for the next Xbox
AMD spills the beans on possible next-gen Xbox launch in 2027
Advanced Micro Devices CEO Lisa Su made a rare comment about future sales for both Valve's Steam Machines and Microsoft's next-generation Xbox.
Rumour: New Xbox Console Won't Release Until At Least Late 2027, Could Be Delayed Further
"I'm not sure if Microsoft is still committed to the late 2027 timeline"
Inside Xbox, a Game Studio Is Trying to Reinvent Itself
Microsoft’s Obsidian Entertainment is searching for ways to make games more quickly and on smaller budgets.
Radiology among the 5 highest paid professions, US News & World Report says
Members of the specialty earned a median salary of approximately $239,200 last year, based on survey data gathered by the media company last fall.
APT28 Uses Microsoft Office CVE-2026-21509 in Espionage-Focused Malware Attacks
APT28 exploited a Microsoft Office flaw to deliver MiniDoor and Covenant Grunt malware in targeted attacks across Ukraine and Eastern Europe.
Russian hackers exploit recently patched Microsoft Office bug in attacks
Ukraine's Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT) says that Russian hackers are exploiting CVE-2026-21509, a recently patched vulnerability in multiple versions of Microsoft Office.
Microsoft Stock (NASDAQ:MSFT) Falters on Hibernation Fix Flop, Unexpected Xbox Permaban
Tech giant Microsoft ($MSFT) has not been having a great Monday so far. Reports of a hibernation bug previously thought fixed have emerged to say that the fix did n...
NFL mock draft 2026: AI predicts the entire first round
USA TODAY Sports had Microsoft Copilot AI predict the entire first round of the 2026 NFL Draft. The experiment yielded a surprise omission.
HHS exploring how to bolster medical imaging exchange across healthcare ecosystem
The Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology recently released a call for public comment on the work of radiologists
Microsoft Steps Back from "AI Everywhere" in Windows 11 to Focus on Core Features
If you're tired of seeing Microsoft's AI features like Copilot, agentic workloads, and Recall forced into their products, you're not alone. Microsoft has finally confirmed that it will be stepping back from its "AI everywhere" strategy. According to an exclusive report by Windows Central, the intern...
8 new Windows 11 features expected to arrive with the February 2026 update — Patch Tuesday isn't flashy, but it'll deliver (some) meaningful changes
Microsoft's February "Patch Tuesday" for 2026 brings some quality changes to Windows 11, and this is what you need to know.
Tech CFOs face a new challenge: Selling unprecedented capex as ‘disciplined’
Meta and Microsoft CFOs frame AI spending as disciplined, demand-driven.
Radiologists continue to dominate in No Surprises Act payment disputes
The federal government recently released new data pertaining to the landmark legislation, meant to protect patients from receiving unexpected medical bills.
Microsoft is experimenting with a top menu bar for Windows 11
Microsoft wants feedback on its dock proposal
Microsoft explores bringing Linux-like top menu bar to Windows 11 with new PowerToys feature
Microsoft's PowerToys team is exploring a new feature that would add a menu bar to the top of the Windows desktop, offering power user shortcuts similar to the menu bar on a Mac or Linux distro.
M12's Cheng: Health Care One of The Fastest AI Adopters
Cheryl Cheng, managing partner at M12, Microsoft’s venture fund, says health care has shifted from being slow to adopt technology to becoming one of the fastest adopters of AI. She speaks with Romaine Bostick and Katie Greifeld on “The Close.” (Source: Bloomberg)
Google Chrome Gets Gemini Side Panel and Agentic Browsing Features
AI-powered browsing features have become a battleground among browser makers in recent months. OpenAI launched its Atlas browser in October, while Microsoft Edge and Opera have also introduced AI assistants and automated browsing capabilities. And now Google is upping the ante. The company has announced a slew of new AI features fro Chrome, including a persistent sidebar for the Gemini chatbot and "auto browse" capabilities that can perform web tasks on your behalf.
Meta Overshadows Microsoft by Showing AI Payoff in Ad Business
The Facebook parent’s results highlight the advantages of its simpler, ad-focused business model.
Premier Radiology Services acquires rival teleradiology group NRad
Backed by private equity investors at Grovecourt Capital Partners, the Florida firm is buying National Radiology Solutions for an undisclosed sum.
Windows 11 will support resuming Spotify, web browsing, and other apps from Android
Microsoft might’ve ditched Android apps in Windows 11 a couple of years ago, but that doesn’t mean it’s abandoned cross-platform...
Microsoft releases urgent patch for actively exploited Office zero-day
Microsoft rushed an emergency Patch Tuesday fix after a new Office zero-day began spreading in active attacks. CISA warns organizations to patch immediately.
Microsoft vows to make "behind-the-scenes platform changes" as it begins testing next phase of Windows 11
After a rough few weeks, Microsoft has promised to make behind-the-scenes platform changes to Windows 11 as it begins testing the next wave of features.
Office zero-day exploited in the wild forces Microsoft OOB patch
: Another actively abused Office bug, another emergency patch – Office 2016 and 2019 users are left with registry tweaks instead of fixes.
Microsoft Office Zero-Day (CVE-2026-21509) - Emergency Patch Issued for Active Exploitation
Microsoft released out-of-band patches for an actively exploited Microsoft Office zero-day, CVE-2026-21509, a security feature bypass flaw.
Windows 11 update KB5074109 is “breaking” modems — and Microsoft says it’s not a bug. Here's what's going on.
If your modem suddenly stopped working after installing Windows 11 update KB5074109, you might assume it’s another classic Windows Update disaster. But this time, Microsoft says it’s not a bug at all.
Odd anomaly caused Microsoft's network to mishandle example.com traffic
Company's autodiscover caused users' test credentials to be sent outside Microsoft networks.
Your BitLocker-secured Windows PC isn't so secure after all - unless you do this
Microsoft says it may give your encryption key to law enforcement upon a valid request. Here's how to protect your privacy.
How to encrypt your PC's disk without giving the keys to Microsoft
Storing recovery keys with Microsoft allows the company to unlock your disk.
Microsoft patches actively exploited Office zero-day vulnerability
Microsoft has released emergency security updates to patch a high-severity Office zero-day vulnerability exploited in attacks.
Microsoft reveals second generation of its AI chip in effort to bolster cloud business
With its newest AI chip, Microsoft plans "wider customer availability" after its initial product was only used for internal projects.
Contrasting Apple standing up to FBI with Microsoft BitLocker keys isn't fair
Confirmation that Microsoft handed over BitLocker keys to the FBI for three Windows laptops is being contrasted with Apple standing...
Microsoft probes Windows 11 boot failures tied to January security updates
: Some machines are failing to start after security updates, prompting yet another Microsoft investigation
Microsoft’s first Windows 11 update of 2026 has been a mess
Microsoft is struggling with Windows 11 update quality
Microsoft said my Windows 10 PC no longer supported updates - but this software saved it
0patch provides crucial security updates for Windows 10 and fills the support gap left by Microsoft. Here's my verdict after months of use.
Microsoft releases second emergency Windows 11 update to fix Outlook crashes
This second out-of-band update addresses Outlook and cloud storage bugs stemming from Microsoft's January security update.
Windows 11’s Patch Tuesday nightmare gets worse — Microsoft says some PCs might not boot
Microsoft has posted an online bulletin confirming that the company is investigating reports that state Windows 11's latest security update has rendered some PCs unbootable.
Microsoft handed the government ecryption keys for customer data
Microsoft complied with a warrant to hand over BitLocker recovery keys to the FBI, and privacy advocates are worried.
Surrender as a service: Microsoft unlocks BitLocker for feds
: If you're serious about encryption, keep control of your encryption keys
Windows 11 hit by bevy of bugs to kick off 2026
Some of the bugs have been resolved, but others continue to plague Windows users.
Microsoft 365 outage drags on for nearly 10 hours during bad night for North American infra
: Down to 364.5 already: Redmond's crappy 2026 continues
Microsoft Paint can now make AI coloring books
Those Copilot Plus PCs won’t sell themselves.
New Windows 11 KB5074109 Update Breaks Systems - Microsoft Asks Users to Remove Update
Microsoft's January 2026 Windows 11 security update KB5074109 has triggered multiple system stability issues, including lockups and black screens, prompting users to uninstall it. Reports highlight graphics regressions and app failures affecting both consumer and enterprise setups.
'Is Microsoft Down?' Outlook and Teams Go Dark in Widespread Outage
It's not just you: Numerous Microsoft services weren't working most of Thursday, and the outage is continuing.
Microsoft Outlook Outage Leaves Users Without Email; Tech Company Working On Resolving Issue
Microsoft has found what caused an outage that crippled its services like Outlook and Teams.
Massive Microsoft 365 outage affects Outlook, Defender, more
Microsoft is investigating a widespread outage affecting several Business and Enterprise Microsoft 365 services, including Outlook.
Microsoft 365 outage: Outlook, Teams, Exchange down. What we know.
Outlook users are reporting that emails won't send.
Microsoft Down for Thousands of Users, Downdetector Reports
Thousands of users reported issues with Microsoft services including Outlook, Microsoft 365, and Microsoft Teams due to an outage.
Microsoft finally reveals Fable in full — A new quality bar for Xbox
Playground Games "Fable" is the first RPG from the iconic racing game studio, and dare I say it, it seems like the studio absolutely cooked.
Forza Horizon 6 shows off the series' "largest" ever map as Microsoft confirms a May release and a PS5 launch later this year
Forza Horizon 6 get 19th May release date on Xbox and PC, with a PS5 launch due later this year.
'We've Been Working on This Game for a Really, Really Long Time' — the Big Fable Interview With Microsoft Developer Playground
IGN interviews Playground Games' founder and general manager, Ralph Fulton, on Microsoft's upcoming Fable reboot.
Claude Code is suddenly everywhere inside Microsoft
Microsoft is increasingly adopting Claude Code