Microsoft implemented a policy change requiring Microsoft accounts for all Windows 11 installations blocking local account setups to enhance security and streamline access to cloud services like OneDrive and Copilot AI.
AMD announced a strategic partnership with OpenAI to develop AI infrastructure including data centers with up to 6 gigawatts of power capacity utilizing AMD's Instinct MI300 series accelerators. The collaboration includes OpenAI's option to purchase 160 million AMD shares at $1 each supporting OpenAI's expansion of AI models like GPT-5 with deployment targeted for 2026.
Microsoft Copilot Can Now Tap Into Your Google Account—Bringing Seamless Cross-Platform Productivity
Microsoft Copilot now integrates with Gmail, Google Drive, and more, letting users search, create, and export content across platforms in seconds—all from a single prompt.
Europe’s Largest Web Host Ionos Abruptly Hikes VPS Prices, Citing Plesk and cPanel License Fee Surge
Ionos abruptly raised VPS prices for all customers using Plesk, blaming licensing fee hikes—forcing small businesses and web pros to pay more or scramble for alternatives with just 30 days’ notice.
Microsoft secures access to 100,000 Nvidia GB300 chips by investing $33 billion in neocloud startups—transforming the scale and speed of its AI hardware ecosystem.
SnapLogic’s report shows 81% of workers now use AI, but managers trust AI agents more than junior staff—underscoring a need for better training and thoughtful tech deployment.
AMD Unveils Solarflare X4 Adapters: Ultra-Low Latency Networking for AI Inference and Edge Computing
AMD’s Solarflare X4 Ethernet Adapters offer ultra-fast, predictable networking ideal for AI inference, smart manufacturing, and edge applications—blending Wall Street speed with real-time AI demands.
Google says Cl0p ransomware exploited a zero-day in Oracle E-Business Suite to attack dozens of firms worldwide, with tactics possibly inspired or shared with FIN11—patches are now available after major data thefts.
