With the completion of the blockbuster acquisition, the notion that tech giants can grow through “vertical transactions” remains intact.
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Microsoft C.E.O. Testifies That Google’s Power in Search Is Ubiquitous
Satya Nadella, the chief executive of Microsoft, is the government’s biggest-name witness in its landmark antitrust case against Google.
‘Unprecedented’ Secrecy in Google Trial as Tech Giants Push to Limit Disclosures
Efforts to seal testimony have increasingly raised questions as the federal antitrust case enters its third week in court.
Big Tech Rebounds and Preps for Transformative A.I. Investments
As the tech giants found their financial footing last quarter, they doubled down on artificial intelligence, which has been a boon to companies like Nvidia.
Russian Propaganda on Ukraine Appears in Minecraft and Other Video Games
Propaganda is appearing in Minecraft and other popular games and discussion groups as the Kremlin tries to win over new audiences.
Meta Unveils a More Powerful A.I. and Isn’t Fretting Over Who Uses It
The company said it would give outside programmers access to the latest version of its core artificial intelligence technology.
Court Ruling Clears Path for Microsoft to Buy Activision
Microsoft could now complete its purchase of the video game giant as soon as this month, but it is still blocked from closing in Britain.
Microsoft Launches New Bing Likely Powered by OpenAI’s GPT-4 A.I
Amid the tech industry’s worst slump in decades, industry leaders are predicting an era built on new chatbots and other types of artificial intelligence.
Microsoft Extends Multibillion-Dollar Deal With Creator of ChatGPT
The tech giant aims to to remain at the forefront of generative artificial intelligence with its partnership with OpenAI.
F.T.C. Sues to Block Microsoft’s $69 Billion Acquisition of Activision
The move by the commission signals an aggressive stance by federal regulators to thwart the expansion of the tech industry’s biggest companies.