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Microsoft announces $40bn in share buyback and raises quarterly dividend payout by 8.3%
In 2013, the tech giant's board had authorised a buyback plan that was of the same $40bn size.
Microsoft marches further into Ethereum Blockchain as a Service with 'Cryplets' and 'Enclaves'
Microsoft blockchain lead Marley Gray explains how Ethereum will reach enterprise in secure and scalable fashion.
Microsoft launches new Nokia phone for only £28: Here's all you need to know
The phone would be available for users in India from 24 October.
Gears of War 4 launch trailer shows off new gameplay from Xbox exclusive
Microsoft and The Coalition reveal dramatic new trailer for Xbox One exclusive.
First-party Xbox One Scorpio games will run in native 4K says Microsoft
Microsoft Studios' Shannon Loftis is the latest to undermine the capabilities of Sony's PS4 Pro.
Google cracks down on sex-determination sites to protect female fetuses from abortion in India
Microsoft, Yahoo, and Google comply with national law that prevents pre-natal sex determination.
Windows Safe Mode can be used to conduct 'undetectable' cyberattacks putting 'billions of PCs and servers globally' at risk
Microsoft is aware of the issue but is currently not acting on it as it does not consider this to be a 'valid vulnerability'.
Microsoft to shut Skype's London office and make most of its 400 employees redundant
Microsoft had acquired Skype, the video chat and voice-call services company in 2011 for $8.5bn.
Bethesda reveals Sony won't approve Fallout 4 or Skyrim mods on PS4
'Sony has informed us they will not approve user mods the way they should work,' Bethesda said in an update.
EU gearing up to extend telecom security rules to WhatsApp and Skype
Under the new proposal, over-the-top services will need to ensure security of their services.
Microsoft opens first UK data centres to offer cloud services
Microsoft is the first tech major to deliver cloud services in UK data centres.
Microsoft's smart fridge project might soon be able to tell you when you're out of milk
IoT module uses image recognition tech to help customers better manage their shopping lists.
Microsoft's battle against secret data demands gets Apple, Google and Twitter support
Microsoft's lawsuit against the US Justice Department over its use of gag orders is now supported by over 80 signatories.
Lumia 950 and 950 XL unlocked models in UK getting double-tap-to-wake feature via OTA update
The update also includes improvements for Bluetooth and stability.
Microsoft fixes Windows 10 Anniversary Update freezing issue
Microsoft advises users to re-install the Anniversary Update.
Microsoft rolls out Windows 10 cumulative update with OS build 14393.105 for PC
The update does not add any new feature.
Microsoft slammed for Bing's translation of Isis acronym 'Daesh' to 'Saudi Arabia'
Social media users have called for a boycott of Microsoft using the hashtag '#Microsoft_Insults_Saudi'.
Microsoft announces new resources to crack down on hate speech
IT giant joins social media and video-sharing firms in supporting the European Commission Code of Conduct.
Game Of Thrones composer will create the score for Gears Of War 4
Publisher Microsoft said Djawadi's music 'adds an amazing dimension to the experience'.
Windows 10 Anniversary Update running PCs crash when Amazon Kindles are connected
Rebooting or changing USB cable has not helped users to resolve the problem.
Russian free-to-play Halo Online cancelled
The cancellation has been attributed to development and management issues.
Sony touts new PlayStation feature to protect PSN accounts from hackers
Sony announces two-step verification to add an extra layer of security.
Microsoft slammed over 'blatant disregard' for Windows 10 user privacy
Microsoft accused of forcing users to chose between privacy and security and being cagey about data collection.
Lenovo teams up with Microsoft to bring Office, Skype and OneDrive to its premium devices
The pre-loaded models will only start rolling out by 2017.
Microsoft to release software update to address Surface Pro 3 battery degradation issue
The company advises users not to consider replacement as an update is on the way.
Google, Apple, Microsoft, Samsung, AT&T and others join strike force to clamp down on robocalls
The members will report on 19 October about the plans for adoption of new tools and solutions.
How to fix Windows 10 internet connection issues
As a fix you might disable firewalls and antivirus software on your Windows 10 PC.
Capybara's beautiful indie game Below delayed indefinitely 'after a lot of soul searching'
The developer said although it did work hard to meet its summer deadline, the game just isn't ready yet.
Critical Windows flaw allows hackers to attack without trace, but Microsoft not keen on a fix
A loophole in the Event Viewer feature enables attackers to hack into any Windows OS without a trace.
Microsoft rolls out Windows 10 Mobile Anniversary Update
The Anniversary Update bundles various features and improvements for Windows 10 Mobile.