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Italy’s competition watchdog has opened an investigation into Microsoft over concerns it may not have clearly informed consumers about the integration of Copilot and Designer into Microsoft 365 subscriptions, associated price increases, and automatic upgrades to higher-cost plans. The Italian Competition Authority (AGCM), in a statement to the press, said it had opened an investigation into Microsoft S.r.l., the vendor’s Italian subsidiary, and Microsoft Ireland Operations Ltd. to assess whether the way the changes to M365 pricing were communicated may have unduly restricted consumers’ freedom of choice. Although the AGCM’s announcement does not explicitly identify the pricing event under investigation, its description aligns with Microsoft’s January 2025 rollout of Copilot and Designer for Microsoft 365 Personal and Family subscribers. At the time, Microsoft announced its first price increase for the consumer subscriptions since the launch of Copilot and Designer, stating that existin
Read full articleMicrosoft's AI-driven growth paradox highlights broader tech industry challenges in balancing immediate capital expenditure with future returns. The post Microsoft shares face worst month since dot-com era amid AI concerns appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Tech and AI stocks now make up as much as 12% of most balanced superannuation funds, experts say Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Artificial intelligence and technology stocks have become a driving force on Wall Street and, unbeknownst to most Australians, a growing part of their retirement savings. The so-called “magnificent seven” – chip maker Nvidia, Google owner Alphabet, Apple, Microsoft, Amazon, Facebook owner Meta and Tesla – are, for better or worse, increasingly part of the portfolios offered by superannuation funds. Continue reading...
The EU's regulatory focus on cloud giants may spur innovation in decentralized alternatives, impacting digital business infrastructure globally. The post EU targets Microsoft and Amazon cloud units for Big Tech gatekeeper rules appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Microsoft's AI data center innovations may ease geographic constraints, but rising community demands could impact profitability and project timelines. The post Microsoft advances AI data center efficiency amid growing US bans on construction appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
The AI-driven chip shortage signals a structural shift in tech economics, impacting consumer prices and investor sentiment significantly. The post Apple and Microsoft hike prices on iPads, Macs, and Xbox consoles as AI chip crisis bites appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Microsoft is continuing its push to bring generative AI (genAI) into Excel, with new Microsoft 365 Copilot skills designed to automate common processes and a “plan” mode to provide more control over Copilot’s outputs when handling financial data. Microsoft made Microsoft 365 Copilot generally available in Excel in late 2024 and since then has added several capabilities, including agentic tools, a Copilot function within Excel, and Python support for advanced data analysis. On Thursday, Microsoft unveiled a skills feature that lets users define processes Copilot can perform in Excel — such as building a discounted cash flow, Microsoft suggested, preparing a variance analysis, or refreshing a monthly reporting model. “Instead of starting from scratch each time, a skill guides Copilot through the steps, applying the right structure and formatting, and helping produce an output that is easier to review, reuse, and trust,” Brian Jones, vice president for Excel at Microsoft, said in a bl
Microsoft's strategic AI leadership shift highlights the growing importance of integrating consumer-focused innovation to maintain competitive edge. The post Microsoft promotes Jacob Andreou to lead Copilot AI strategy amid competitive challenges appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
The rally highlights a shift in investor sentiment, recognizing AI's revenue potential, potentially boosting tech sector valuations. The post Microsoft stock rises 5% as investors shift focus to software after Snowflake earnings spark sector rally appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
