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Tech conferences are ramping up security to quell employee protests as political tensions rise
CNBC· 2025-05-26 12:00
In this articleMSFTGOOGSecurity officers block entrance doors after pro-Palestinian protesters attempted to enter the Microsoft Build conference at the Seattle Convention Center Arch building in Seattle, Washington on May 19, 2025. Jason Redmond | Afp | Getty ImagesAt Microsoft's annual Build conference on Tuesday, Executive Vice President Jay Parikh's keynote was interrupted by an employee protesting the company's contracts with the Israeli government. The protester at the Seattle Convention Center was qui ...
Why Buy Microsoft Stock?
Forbes· 2025-05-23 13:50
Microsoft store in Manhattan, New York City, United States of America on July 16th, 2024. (Photo by ... More Beata Zawrzel/NurPhoto via Getty Images)NurPhoto via Getty ImagesWhy would you want to pay 50x cash flow for Microsoft’s (NASDAQ:MSFT) stock, when you can buy Nvidia at about the same price? Nvidia’s revenues are growing close to 100%, Microsoft’s at 15%. Yes, not 50%, but 15%. What’s worse - Nvidia’s cash flow margins are about 47%, almost 1.7x Microsoft’s margins.In other words, more of that top li ...
Microsoft fires employee who interrupted CEO's speech to protest AI tech for Israel
New York Post· 2025-05-22 17:24
Microsoft has fired an employee who interrupted a speech by CEO Satya Nadella to protest the company’s work supplying the Israeli military with technology used for the war in Gaza.Software engineer Joe Lopez could be heard shouting at Nadella in the opening minutes Monday of the tech giant’s annual Build developer conference in Seattle before getting escorted out of the room. Lopez later sent a mass email to colleagues disputing the company’s claims about how its Azure cloud computing platform is used in Ga ...
Better Wall Street AI Favorite to Buy Now: Meta Platforms vs. Microsoft
The Motley Fool· 2025-05-22 08:07
Artificial intelligence (AI) stocks were without argument one of the biggest drivers of stock market gains over the past two years. Investors piled into companies across the industry -- from designers of AI chips to builders of cloud infrastructure. This momentum paused in the early part of this year as investors turned their attention to the economic situation -- and the potential impact of President Donald Trump's import tariffs.But the good news is, the situation is starting to brighten once again for co ...
CallTower Wins Prestigious 2025 "We Love Tech" Award for Microsoft Teams GCC High Excellence
GlobeNewswire News Room· 2025-05-22 07:05
Group 1 - CallTower has been awarded the 2025 We Love Tech Awards in the SaaS/UCaaS/XaaS category for its Microsoft Teams GCC High solution, highlighting its leadership in communication technologies [1][3] - The We Love Tech Awards recognize innovative companies and products that are shaping the future of enterprise technology across various sectors, including AI, Cloud, and SaaS [2] - CallTower's Microsoft Teams GCC High is a secure collaboration platform designed for government agencies, ensuring compliance with strict regulations such as CMMC [3] Group 2 - CallTower's Genesys Cloud Contact Center was also recognized as a finalist, showcasing its capabilities in AI-driven customer interactions across multiple channels [3] - The company emphasizes its commitment to security, compliance, and user experience in its communication solutions, as stated by its Chief Revenue Officer [4] - In 2025, CallTower acquired Inoria, enhancing its CCaaS and CX capabilities, and providing advanced analytics and AI-driven solutions for contact center operations [6] Group 3 - CallTower has been a leader in enterprise-class cloud communications since 2002, offering solutions that integrate advanced technologies like Microsoft Teams and AI-powered contact centers [5] - The company focuses on delivering seamless connectivity and operational efficiency tailored to the needs of enterprises globally [5][7]
Microsoft files legal action against information-stealing malware Lumma Stealer
New York Post· 2025-05-22 00:07
Core Insights - Microsoft has filed legal action against Lumma Stealer after discovering nearly 400,000 Windows computers infected by the malware globally in the past two months [1][3] - Lumma Stealer is capable of stealing data from various browsers and applications, including cryptocurrency wallets, and can install additional malware [1] - The U.S. Department of Justice has seized five internet domains used by cybercriminals to operate the LummaC2 malware service, with the FBI investigating the case [4] Company Actions - Microsoft's Digital Crimes Unit (DCU) played a crucial role in the takedown, suspension, and blocking of malicious domains that supported Lumma's infrastructure through a court order from the U.S. District Court of the Northern District of Georgia [3] - The company emphasizes the need for layered defenses and industry collaboration to combat the evolving threats posed by cybercrime, as highlighted by the growth and resilience of Lumma Stealer [4]
Microsoft Could Rally as EU Antitrust Case Nears Resolution
MarketBeat· 2025-05-21 19:25
It didn’t really need much boosting, but Microsoft Corporation NASDAQ: MSFT stock got more good news in a week when the market is looking for direction. The latest catalyst for the stock is news that the company is likely to avoid fines from the European Union’s (EU) antitrust case regarding Microsoft Teams. Microsoft TodayMSFTMicrosoft$453.14 -5.03 (-1.10%) 52-Week Range$344.79▼$468.35Dividend Yield0.73%P/E Ratio36.41Price Target$512.63Add to WatchlistAt issue were allegations that Microsoft had abused it ...
Microsoft says 394,000 Windows computers infected by Lumma malware globally
CNBC· 2025-05-21 16:28
Microsoft said Wednesday that it broke down the Lumma Stealer malware project with the help of law enforcement officials across the globe.The tech giant said in a blog post that its digital crimes unit discovered over 394,000 Windows computers were infected by the Lumma malware worldwide between March 16 through May 16. The Lumma malware was a favorite hacking tool used by bad actors, Microsoft said in the post. Hackers used the malware to steal passwords, credit cards, bank accounts and cryptocurrency wall ...
Microsoft backs ‘Fortnite' maker Epic Games in legal feud, claims Apple ‘stymied' plans for Xbox mobile store
New York Post· 2025-05-21 16:06
Group 1 - Microsoft has supported Epic Games in its legal dispute with Apple, claiming that Apple's restrictions have hindered Microsoft's efforts to establish an Xbox mobile store [1][3] - The district court's injunction allows Apple to maintain in-app exclusivity but should enable Microsoft to offer a solution by launching its own online store for in-app purchases [2] - Microsoft argues that Apple's policies have limited its ability to provide functionalities such as buying and streaming games on the Xbox app for iOS users [5] Group 2 - Apple is facing scrutiny from US District Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers, who has referred the company for potential criminal charges for violating a 2021 injunction [3] - Judge Rogers has demanded an explanation from Apple regarding its non-compliance with the court-ordered injunction and has warned that an Apple official must appear in court if the issue is not resolved [4] - Recent rulings have imposed new restrictions on Apple, including a directive to stop charging a 27% fee on rival developers and to remove restrictions on linking to external purchase options [10]
GOOGL, MSFT and META Forecast – AI Stocks a Bit Mixed in Premarket Trading
FX Empire· 2025-05-21 12:46
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