Microsoft | Latest News & Updates - May 04, 2025 Release

Microsoft is set to launch new Surface Copilot+ PCs on May 6, featuring compact 12-inch laptops with low-end Snapdragon X chips, likely replacing the Surface Go and Surface Laptop Go...


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Microsoft is a global technology company based in Redmond, Washington, known for its software products, including the Microsoft 365 suite, and services like Microsoft News. The company delivers trusted news and information through various platforms, reaching nearly half a billion users worldwide. Microsoft Copilot serves as an AI companion integrated with Microsoft 365 apps to enhance user productivity.


Microsoft - Latest News and Updates

  • Microsoft is set to launch new Surface Copilot+ PCs on May 6, featuring compact 12-inch laptops with low-end Snapdragon X chips, likely replacing the Surface Go and Surface Laptop Go.
  • Microsoft will phase out the password storage and autofill feature from its Authenticator app by August 2025, directing users to use Microsoft Edge for these functions.
  • Microsoft released the Work Trend Index 2025 report highlighting the emergence of 'Frontier Firms' and announced new AI features for Microsoft 365 Copilot.
  • Microsoft reported a 13% increase in revenue to $70.1 billion for the quarter ending March 31, 2025, driven by strong performance in cloud and AI services.
  • Microsoft is offering low-performing employees a choice between accepting a severance package equivalent to 16 weeks' pay or risking termination under a new performance improvement plan.
  • Microsoft President Brad Smith announced a five-point plan to expand cloud and AI infrastructure in Europe and pledged to fight the US government in court to protect European customers' data amid geopolitical tensions.

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