Xbox Live is experiencing a major sign-in outage, impacting gamers across various platforms, including Xbox consoles, PC, and even cloud gaming on iOS and Android. Users are unable to log into their Xbox profiles, rendering many online games unplayable. Microsoft is aware of the issue and is investigating a solution.
Despite resistance, Windows 11’s market share is slowly increasing, reaching 29.7% according to Statcounter. While still behind Windows 10’s 66.1%, the upward trend suggests a gradual shift. Microsoft’s efforts to encourage adoption, including charging for Windows 10 security upgrades and promoting Copilot+ PCs, seem to be playing a role. However, the transition to Windows 11 is expected to be a long and gradual process, especially with the October 14, 2025 end-of-life date for Windows 10 approaching.
Former Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer has surpassed Bill Gates in net worth, becoming the sixth richest person in the world. The rise in Ballmer’s wealth is attributed to the surge in Microsoft’s stock price, driven by its partnership with OpenAI and the artificial intelligence boom. Ballmer’s wealth is primarily tied to his Microsoft shares, while Gates has diversified his fortune through investments and philanthropy. Despite their differing approaches to wealth management, both Ballmer and Gates have contributed significantly to charitable causes.
The Gujarat government is making significant strides in adopting Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies. The state has signed MoUs with IBM, Microsoft, and NASSCOM to establish AI clusters, centers of excellence, and enhance AI capabilities, positioning itself as a leader in the AI revolution. The initiative also includes training programs for 25,000 students over three years.
The European Union has accused Microsoft of engaging in illegal bundling practices by tying its Teams chat app to its Office 365 and Microsoft 365 subscriptions. This is the first antitrust charge against Microsoft in the EU in 15 years and could lead to a hefty fine and changes to its software products.
Xbox Game Pass is Microsoft’s subscription service for Xbox players, offering access to online multiplayer, a library of games, and more. This guide breaks down the different tiers: Core, Standard, and Ultimate, outlining their features and benefits.
Billionaire philanthropist and Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates shared his health tips for young entrepreneurs, emphasizing the benefits of taking vitamins and regular blood tests. He also lauded India’s contribution to Microsoft’s success and praised current CEO Satya Nadella. Additionally, he highlighted the potential of technology to improve India’s legal system.
Microsoft is making file management easier in Windows 11 with a new feature that allows users to drag and drop files directly between breadcrumbs in File Explorer. This update, available in the latest Canary Build, addresses a common request from Windows Insiders and introduces a more intuitive way to navigate and move files. Other changes include an updated notification system and known issues addressed in the build.
Anupama Nadella, the wife of Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella, is a pillar of support in his life. Despite facing visa challenges and the tragedy of losing their son, Anupama has dedicated herself to family and philanthropy, leaving a positive impact on the world.
A bug in the Windows Cross Device Service in the latest Windows 11 Insider build is causing high CPU usage, even when idle. Microsoft has acknowledged the issue but has not yet released a fix. Users have reported CPU usage as high as 20%, leading to overheating and fan noise. Disabling the service offers a temporary solution, but it may re-enable itself after a reboot.
