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OpenAI names GPT 5.6 the ‘preferred model’ for Microsoft 365 Copilot amid partnership questions

Days after reports suggested Microsoft was leaning more heavily on its own AI models to reduce costs, OpenAI has reaffirmed the strength of its relationship with the tech giant. The company says its newly launched GPT 5.6 will become the preferred model powering Microsoft 365 Copilot across key productivity applications.

Microsoft layoffs explained: Why some of the 4,800 laid-off employees could receive up to 39 weeks' pay

Microsoft's latest round of layoffs has affected around 4,800 employees globally, but the company is offering one of the most generous severance packages in Big Tech. Here's how the payout works, who qualifies, how it compares with rivals and why Microsoft is cutting jobs despite its continued investment in AI.

Microsoft reportedly cuts dependence on OpenAI, Anthropic as AI costs mount|

Microsoft is reportedly increasing the use of its own AI models across parts of Microsoft 365, reducing its dependence on third-party systems from OpenAI and Anthropic for some tasks. The move reflects a wider industry effort to lower the growing costs associated with deploying and operating generative AI services.

'Medicine is the biggest AI market': Microsoft AI CEO says AI could bring top-tier medical expertise to everyone

Mustafa Suleyman believes artificial intelligence is poised to reshape healthcare by making high-quality medical guidance affordable and widely available. The Microsoft AI chief argues that AI-powered tools will narrow longstanding gaps in healthcare quality, with millions of people already turning to AI assistants each week for health-related questions.

Microsoft to cut thousands of jobs across sales, consulting and Xbox in fresh layoffs: Report

Microsoft is reportedly preparing to cut fewer than 2.5 per cent of its global workforce, affecting thousands of employees across sales, consulting and Xbox, as the tech giant reins in costs amid heavy AI spending

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella wants every firm to develop its own AI model

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella believes businesses should stop relying solely on a handful of frontier AI models and instead develop systems tailored to their own data, workflows and expertise. He argues that a company's competitive advantage lies in its ability to learn, something AI alone cannot replace.

Microsoft hikes Xbox Series X, Series S prices for third time since 2025 as memory shortage pushes costs higher

Buying an Xbox is about to become significantly more expensive. Microsoft has announced another round of price increases across its console portfolio, blaming soaring memory and storage costs. The move comes as Sony, Nintendo and Valve also grapple with rising hardware costs driven by component shortages and trade pressures.

'You can't call it progress': Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella warns against concentration of AI power

Microsoft chief executive Satya Nadella has voiced concerns over the growing concentration of power in artificial intelligence, arguing that the technology's future should not be shaped by a small group of companies. He also called for cheaper AI models and broader access to the benefits created by the technology.

Microsoft Teams' new workplace check-in could tell your boss more than before — Here's what it shares

Microsoft Teams' upcoming Workplace Check-In feature could automatically share employees' office locations via Wi-Fi detection, raising fresh concerns about workplace surveillance and monitoring

From Google to Adobe: The Indian-origin CEOs and entrepreneurs driving Silicon Valley's AI era

From Google, Adobe and Microsoft to cybersecurity, venture capital and artificial intelligence, Indian-origin leaders have emerged as some of the most influential figures in Silicon Valley. A new Forbes ranking highlights 26 personalities whose work continues to shape America's technology ecosystem and business landscape.