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20 Years Ago Today, MTV Revealed The Xbox 360 To The World
- 20 years ago on May 12, 2005, Xbox 360 was unveiled on MTV, hosted by Elijah Wood, showing Microsoft's foresight in the gaming industry.
- The 20-minute show, though now embarrassing, showcased Xbox's forward-thinking approach and early adoption of digital content and online gaming.
- The show featured a woman revealing the Xbox 360 from her shoulder bag, introducing the console to viewers as the 'future of gaming.'
- The special also included celebrities, music performances, and a segment explaining the design and concept behind Xbox 360.
- J Allard discussed the idea of buying digital content on a console using the internet, a concept that was groundbreaking in 2005.
- Xbox Live, the marketplace, and other features introduced with Xbox 360 laid the foundation for modern gaming experiences.
- While excited about the technological advancements, the show also hinted at the early stages of microtransactions, like buying clothes for digital characters.
- Elijah Wood signed off by expressing excitement for the potential of Xbox 360, a console that marked Microsoft's success in the gaming market.
- The event highlighted how Xbox's vision for online gaming and digital content has become standard in the industry over the past two decades.
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Photographer Charles O’Rear regrets selling Windows wallpaper
- Charles O’Rear, photographer of the Windows XP 'Bliss' wallpaper, regrets selling the iconic image.
- The image was captured in 1996 in Sonoma County, California, and was initially titled 'Bucolic Green Hills.'
- Microsoft acquired full rights to the image in 2000 and made it the default Windows XP wallpaper.
- O’Rear believes he should have negotiated a better deal considering the image's immense popularity worldwide.
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Microsoft Teams will soon prevent screen captures during meetings
- Microsoft is developing a new feature called 'Enhanced Meeting Protection' for Teams to prevent screen captures during meetings.
- The feature automatically turns the app window black when a user tries to take a screenshot, obscuring sensitive content.
- Enhanced Meeting Protection will be available on desktop versions for Windows and Mac, as well as mobile apps on iOS and Android.
- The feature is set to roll out in July 2025, and Microsoft is also planning to introduce a Migration Tool for Teams at the same time.
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Microsoft: P2 Sender Address Compliance
- Microsoft has introduced new sender requirements causing confusion among senders trying to comply.
- The main question many senders have is what it means to have a compliant P2 sender address and to have a sender address that can accept replies.
- Microsoft's announcement provides some clarification on this matter, particularly regarding RFC compliance.
- For more detailed explanation on compliant sender addresses, a Valimail video has been shared breaking down P1 and P2 addresses.
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Microsoft-OpenAI partnership set to rethink AI collaboration
- Microsoft-OpenAI partnership undergoing renegotiations for corporate restructuring and AI technology access.
- OpenAI revising corporate strategy to transition into for-profit public benefit corporation while maintaining nonprofit board control.
- Microsoft has invested $13 billion in OpenAI and holds a key role in approving the restructuring.
- Renegotiations include discussions on Microsoft's equity in the new for-profit arm and extended access to OpenAI technology.
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OpenAI and Microsoft Reportedly Rework Pact Ahead of Possible IPO
- OpenAI is reworking its agreement with Microsoft, with a focus on a potential IPO and retaining Microsoft's access to AI models.
- Microsoft is a critical player in OpenAI's restructuring to become a public benefit corporation while aiming to turn a profit and stay true to its mission of AI for humanity.
- Discussions include negotiations on the equity Microsoft will receive in the restructured OpenAI, in exchange for its significant investments.
- The companies are revising a contract till 2030, covering IP access and revenue sharing, with Microsoft willing to trade equity for tech access beyond 2030 amidst cooling relations.
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This Country Was Left Untouched By Biggest-Ever IT Outage
- Microsoft's recent global IT outage, triggered by a problematic software update from CrowdStrike, caused widespread disruption, affecting airlines, broadcasting, and more. However, China remained largely unaffected.
- According to reports, China's airline and banking sectors were not hit because the country relies on its own infrastructure. Beijing's airports continued normal operations, and while some in Shanghai experienced the "Blue Screen of Death" error, the overall impact was minimal.
- Social media in China noted issues with exploring international hotels, but the local tech giant’s systems avoided major interruptions. Microsoft is working to resolve the issues and restore disrupted services.
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Microsoft Techie Moonlights As Auto Driver To Fight Loneliness, Sparks Discussion
- A Microsoft engineer in Bengaluru drives an auto-rickshaw on weekends to combat loneliness, gaining attention on social media. Venkatesh Gupta shared the encounter, featuring the techie in his company hoodie.
- The post sparked discussions on mental health in the tech industry. Users empathized, noting that even advanced technology can't replace human interaction. Comments highlighted similar part-time pursuits for mental health, like bartending.
- Some questioned the stress of driving in heavy traffic, while others praised the engineer for seeking social connection. The story underscores the hidden loneliness in high-pressure jobs and the need for social interaction.
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"Fix Deployed": CEO Of Firm Behind Global Microsoft Outage
- CrowdStrike CEO George Kurtz announced that the company has deployed a fix for the global Microsoft outage caused by a faulty update to its Falcon Sensor.
- The issue, affecting stock exchanges, supermarkets, and flight operations worldwide, has led to Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) errors on Windows systems. Mac and Linux systems are unaffected.
- Kurtz confirmed that the outage is not a security incident or cyberattack. Microsoft is addressing the issue with high priority, and Indian CERT-In advises deleting a specific file as a workaround. Both CrowdStrike and Microsoft are working to restore normal service.
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'This is not a cyberattack': CrowdStrike CEO steps in to assist amidst chaos as Microsoft Azure outage grounds flights and other businesses
- Microsoft Azure's recent outage, originating in the Central US, disrupted airlines globally, causing flight groundings and cancellations.
- Major airlines, including American Airlines and low-cost carriers like Frontier and Allegiant, faced severe operational issues. Indian airlines such as IndiGo also reported system failures.
- CrowdStrike's CEO, George Kurtz, clarified that the issue was not a cyberattack but a defect in a Windows content update.
- He assured that Mac and Linux systems were unaffected, and a fix was deployed. The incident underscores the fragility of cloud-dependent systems and the need for robust cybersecurity measures and redundancy.
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Fliers Get Handwritten Boarding Passes After Microsoft Outage Hits Systems
- A global Microsoft outage on July 19, 2024, caused major disruptions at airports, including Hyderabad's Rajiv Gandhi International Airport.
- Passengers received hand-written boarding passes due to technical issues affecting Microsoft services worldwide. The outage impacted airline operations, with IndiGo, SpiceJet, and Akasa switching to manual check-in processes.
- Hyderabad Airport advised passengers to contact their airlines for updates. Similar disruptions were reported at Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. Authorities are working to resolve the issue and minimize delays.
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"Don't Deploy on a Friday": The Weekend's Newest Meme is Born
- Shravan Tickoo, Founder of Rethink Systems, recently pointed out on LinkedIn that Microsoft is currently facing significant service disruptions, despite being one of the world's largest and most profitable companies.
- Tickoo used this incident as a teaching moment, emphasizing a critical piece of advice for Associate Product Managers (APMs): "Don’t deploy on a Friday." He humorously warned that such timing can lead to issues that might result in job losses for both the APM and their manager.
- Tickoo concluded his post with a cheerful message, wishing his corporate colleagues a happy weekend.
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Microsoft outage: What is CrowdStrike, the service causing ‘Blue Screen of Death’ worldwide
- Microsoft users worldwide are experiencing a "Blue Screen of Death" (BSOD) issue, causing system crashes and automatic restarts.
- Dell Technologies has pointed to a recent CrowdStrike update as a potential cause. CrowdStrike, a cybersecurity firm, has identified a malfunction in its Falcon Sensor that might conflict with Windows systems.
- The company is addressing the problem but has not confirmed whether it’s the sole cause of the outage. Microsoft has resolved the Azure disruption, but the incident highlights vulnerabilities in cloud-dependent infrastructure. The BSOD typically signals critical system errors leading to unexpected restarts.
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Massive Worldwide Microsoft Outage: Flights, Markets, Stock Exchange Down
- A massive global Microsoft outage is causing widespread disruptions. Airlines including Vistara, IndiGo, SpiceJet, and Akasa Air are struggling with booking and check-in systems, resorting to manual processes.
- The outage has also impacted Delhi and Bengaluru airports, and is causing delays and cancellations in Australia, Europe, and the US. Major issues include grounding of flights, supermarket checkout failures, and disruptions in stock exchanges.
- Millions of Windows users are experiencing repeated Blue Screen of Death errors. Microsoft 365 is investigating the incident, which has also affected emergency services and news channels worldwide.
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What the CEO of Microsoft-owned GitHub has to say on the company laying off 80% of its employees in India
- Microsoft-owned GitHub CEO Thomas Dohmke addressed layoffs affecting 80% of its Indian workforce, citing economic pressures on specific projects. He clarified it wasn't reflective of India's potential, noting many re-hired by Microsoft.
- Dohmke expressed optimism about India's role, amid AI advancements potentially enhancing rather than disrupting IT firms. With 2.2 million new developers, GitHub anticipates India surpassing the US in users by 2027, highlighting a burgeoning tech landscape.
- Dohmke emphasized India's pivotal position in software and AI, foreseeing a surge in coding proficiency, despite current challenges.
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