Xbox's plan to bring Xbox Cloud Gaming to the mass market — Free tier revealed, powered by ads, with access to all games you own Here are the details of Xbox's initial ad-powered Xbox Cloud Gaming service, set to go live soon in an early testing phase. Windows Central · Jul 23
Microsoft Copilot’s free Deep Research AI tool is going away — these are the 7 best free alternatives Now that the Deep Research AI tool is being retired from Microsoft Copilot, check out these 7 free alternatives to fulfill your AI research needs. Tom’s Guide · Jul 23
Oklo Joins Trump’s $200M Nuclear Push for AI. Here’s What It Means for OKLO Stock. Oklo energy joins President Donald Trump's administration to boost nuclear energy development. Barchart · Jul 23
Halo: Campaign Evolved review A neat, but fundamentally flawed remake that doesn't always understand the appeal of Halo. PC Gamer · Jul 23
Halo: Campaign Evolved is the top-tier remake Xbox's legendary flagship deserves — but I wanted more for the asking price Halo Studios has delivered a fantastic remake of Xbox's first flagship with Halo: Campaign Evolved, though for $50, I wanted more. Here's our full review. Windows Central · Jul 23
Bethesda Union Lawsuit: Microsoft Accused Of Labour Violations Over Sudden Layoffs Unionised Bethesda developers in Canada say Microsoft abruptly terminated them on the same day it unveiled a raft of new Fallout games, and are filing a labour complaint over alleged breaches of Canadian law. International Business Times UK · Jul 23
SpaceXAI has built a Microsoft Excel Grok plug-in, for some reason SpaceXAI launches its own Grok add-ins for Microsoft Excel and other Office apps after other AI vendors see great success. TechRadar · Jul 23
Best Costco Laptops (2026): Reviewed And Ranked According to shopping experts, electronics are one of the most competitively priced items at warehouse stores, and the best Costco laptops are no exception. They offer advanced features like AI-enhanced processors, dedicated graphics, and built-in AI tools at prices that can beat traditional retailers. To help you get the best… Clever Dude · Jul 23
Google’s Most Profitable Quarter Ever Ended With Negative Cash: One Number Explains It Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOGL) delivered the most profitable quarter in its history. It also delivered something it had never delivered before: negative free cash flow. Benzinga · Jul 23
NY woman and her $360K savings become target of fake Microsoft employee. But then he falls for fake gold His lawyer claimed he's just a mule, not a mastermind. We Got This Covered · Jul 23
There Are No Ghosts at the Grand – stripping back the physical and metaphorical layers of a haunted hotel Renovate rooms, investigate the supernatural and watch people burst into song in this surreal British ghost story The Guardian - UK · Jul 23
Microsoft Just Validated AMD’s Biggest AI Bet. This Could Be the Start of a New Growth Phase for AMD Stock. Microsoft's decision to deploy AMD's Helios platform marks a major validation of its full-stack AI strategy and strengthens the company's long-term position in AI infrastructure. Barchart · Jul 23
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani Taps Amazon and Meta Antitrust Foe Lina Khan for Key Economic Role as Wall Street Watches for a Regulatory Shift New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani (D) appointed former Federal Trade Commission Chair Lina Khan to lead the board of the city’s Economic Development Corporation, placing one of Big Tech’s fiercest critics at the center of his economic agenda. Benzinga · Jul 23
Windows Central · Jul 23 Xbox's new backwards-compatible games on PC are "already Xbox 360 games" — and that changes everything about what's next New details about how the four new back-compat Xbox games on PC are running lead me to believe that Xbox 360 games are on the way. I break down what appears to be going on behind the scenes and why it's a big deal for game preservation.
The Economic Times · Jul 23 Alphabet's cash burn raises alarm for Big Tech as AI spending climbs Alphabet's significant cash burn highlights increasing artificial intelligence spending pressures. Big Tech firms now face higher outlays, impacting profitability and cash flows. Investors anticipate similar spending increases from Microsoft, Meta, and Amazon. Google Cloud's rapid growth adds competitive pressure to rivals in the market. This trend suggests a future where…
Tom’s Hardware · Jul 23 142 AI data center protests staged in 42 states as public opposition increases — organizers brand 'unaccountable' buildouts as an 'unacceptable infringement on our liberty' Data center projects are facing increasing opposition from surrounding communities, making consent even far scarcer than the chips and power needed to run these facilities. Any developer planning to construct one must now consider the people living around the proposed site and take account for the months or years needed…
Fortune · Jul 23 The hidden cost of AI: Why your town is negotiating with Amazon and Microsoft Hobart’s tax levy is $25 million, yet it secured $200 million in commitments from Amazon — as $130 million in data centers were blocked over three months.
inkl · Jul 23 8 Best Desk Booking Software Platforms in 2026 Booking a desk should not feel like another task to manage. The best desk booking software helps employees quickly find a space while giving workplace teams a clearer picture of how the office is actually being used.
The Economic Times · Jul 23 Uber cuts 10% customer service jobs as AI becomes latest driver of tech layoffs Uber has cut 10% of its customer service workforce, marking the first time the company has directly linked layoffs to artificial intelligence. The move reflects a broader Silicon Valley trend as Big Tech firms including Amazon, Microsoft, Oracle and Meta restructure teams, automate work and accelerate AI adoption across operations.
Player One · Jul 23 Xbox Brings Backward Compatibility to Windows PCs Starting With 'Conker: Live and Reloaded' and More Xbox is giving players a treat as backward compatibility is now available on Windows PCs, starting with classic games.
PC Gamer · Jul 22 Union claims Bethesda developers were terminated the day Xbox announced new Fallouts—after being told they would still have jobs until September The OneBGS union says it's filed new legal action over the dismissal.
The Independent UK · Jul 22 Xbox gamer hits Microsoft with lawsuit saying it should refund tariff hike after claiming refund from the government Amazon, Sony Interactive Entertainment, Nintendo, Lululemon, and Costco have also been sued in similar tariff refund-related lawsuits
The Economic Times · Jul 22 Google quarterly cloud revenue growth beats expectations Google Cloud revenue surged eighty-two percent, fueled by strong enterprise demand for AI services. This significant growth helped offset concerns regarding Alphabet's substantial artificial intelligence investments. However, the company's own AI model development has encountered delays this year. Google's search business has shown strength, attracting more advertising dollars through AI…
Barchart · Jul 22 3M Raised Guidance and Pointed to AI Partnerships After Beating Estimates. What This Means for MMM Stock. 3M beat second-quarter estimates and raised full-year adjusted EPS guidance following its AI infrastructure partnership with Microsoft.