Indian-American business executive, CEO and chairman of Microsoft
Microsoft has announced 4,800 job cuts companywide and a 3,200-role reduction across Xbox during fiscal 2027, with 1,600 Xbox positions eliminated immediately. The company has also said it will divest or spin out five game studios and is restructuring Xbox to reduce management layers and refocus on major franchises.
The UK Competition and Markets Authority has begun a fourth investigation under its new powers to assess whether Microsoft’s bundled software—including Windows, Word, Excel, Teams and Copilot—reduces competition. The CMA is also examining how AI competitors integrate with Microsoft’s business software and whether cloud licensing practices hinder competition. The review is due to conclude by February 2027.
A California jury has found Elon Musk’s 2024 lawsuit against OpenAI, Sam Altman and Greg Brockman to be time-barred under the statute of limitations. The verdict, accepted by US District Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers, clears OpenAI of liability over Musk’s claims that the nonprofit pivot to a for-profit structure harmed his early contributions. Musk plans to appeal; OpenAI edges toward an IPO path with Microsoft’s backing.
Microsoft’s CEO has warned that a future where a few AI providers capture most value could hollow out entire industries unless companies retain control of their learning systems. He calls for a broad AI ecosystem where businesses maintain ownership of knowledge and invest in governance and identity controls.
OpenRouter data shows open-source AI models like GLM-5.2 are gaining traction against top US models, offering cost advantages and enterprise use. OpenRouter traffic is rising while concerns over safety, governance, and regulatory exposure accompany the shift as firms weigh token costs and performance.
Meta is pursuing a cloud compute business, potentially selling access to excess AI compute power and/or hosted AI models. The move follows high AI infrastructure spending and could reshape the company’s revenue flow beyond advertising. Investors have reacted positively, while rivals and early pilots offer a benchmark for profitability.