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A promotional image for Nvidia's upcoming Spark superchip

Microsoft and Nvidia are betting on AI to make old x86 Windows apps run better on next-gen RTX Spark PCs

Microsoft and Nvidia are positioning AI as a practical bridge for improving legacy x86 Windows app performance on emerging Arm-based PCs powered by RTX Spark and Snapdragon X hardware. While agentic AI and emulation tools may ease app conversion and compatibility, demanding legacy software, games, and security-heavy systems will still require developer intervention.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 07 Jun 2026 17:23

The Microsoft campus in Redmond, Washington.

Microsoft forced into policy retreat over rogue zero-day researcher Nightmare Eclipse

Microsoft backtracks on legal threats against hacker Nightmare Eclipse following intense industry backlash over unpatched Windows Defender zero-days.

Darryl Linington, 07 Jun 2026 12:33

Halo: Campaign Evolved screenshots and skins leak before Xbox Games Showcase 2026

Gamers don’t have to wait until the Xbox Games Showcase to see new Halo: Campaign Evolved screenshots. An Xbox Store leak revealed a wide variety of characters, skins, and gameplay. The June 7th broadcast could announce the remake’s release date and price for the Xbox, PS5, and PC.

Adam Corsetti, 06 Jun 2026 04:35

Xbox CEO to lower Project Helix price, even as consoles suffer from memory shortage

In an interview, Xbox CEO Asha Sharma acknowledges the anxiety surrounding the Project Helix price. She plans to use innovation to ensure that the new Xbox console is accessible to buyers. The storage and memory shortage could force Microsoft to compromise on the hardware’s specs.

Adam Corsetti, 05 Jun 2026 22:33

Windows Secure Boot certificates from 2011 expire June 24.

Microsoft Secure Boot AMA June 2026 highlights fleet risks

Enterprise IT fleets face significant BitLocker risks and Intune telemetry gaps following the recent Microsoft Secure Boot AMA engineering session in June 2026.

Darryl Linington, 05 Jun 2026 10:33

As PS5 price increase craters UK sales, Xbox consoles boosted by exclusive game

Higher-cost PlayStation consoles have dented Sony’s advantage over Microsoft. In the UK, May sales of the systems plummeted by 50% since April, with the Series X|S nearly drawing even. Forza Horizon 6 was also a factor, showing that Xbox exclusive games can influence hardware sales.

Adam Corsetti, 04 Jun 2026 17:27

GitHub Copilot's CLI interface running in a terminal window.

GitHub Copilot credit caps trigger surprise workspace lockouts

A stealth multiplier update tied to the recent GitHub Copilot pricing change is draining annual subscriber quotas up to four times faster than expected.

Darryl Linington, 04 Jun 2026 11:33

Majorana 2 pushes us closer to meaningful quantum compute.

Microsoft unveils Majorana 2, wants useful quantum computing by 2029

Microsoft has unveiled Majorana 2, a next-generation quantum chip it says brings practical quantum computing closer to reality. The company claims significantly improved qubit stability and a path toward commercially useful quantum systems by 2029.

Satvik Pandey, 04 Jun 2026 10:05

The Microsoft campus in Redmond, Washington, where teams are preparing for the high-stakes June 9 Patch Tuesday rollout.

June 9 Patch Tuesday incoming as Secure Boot deadline looms

Microsoft's June 9 Patch Tuesday is the final deployment window before 2011 Secure Boot certificates begin expiring on June 24. Unpatched devices lose security protection.

Darryl Linington, 04 Jun 2026 09:33

The new Surface Laptop 8 is running on the Snapdragon X2 series of chips. Reportedly launching June 16.

Detailed leak reveals new Surface Laptop 8 (Snapdragon X2): Full specs, colors, release date

A detailed new leak has revealed that Microsoft is set to launch the ARM-based Surface Laptop 8 on June 16, 2026. Featuring Qualcomm's Snapdragon X2 Elite and Plus chips, the new models offer up to 80 TOPS of AI performance, a new "Jade" color option, and an anticipated OLED display upgrade. Key specs include up to 32 GB of RAM and user-replaceable SSDs.

Martin Filipov, 04 Jun 2026 02:28

Surface Laptop Ultra in Platinum (the other color is called Nightfall).

Surface Laptop Ultra detailed specs, upgrades officially revealed: A MacBook Pro with Windows 11?

Microsoft has now officially revealed the detailed specs for the Nvidia RTX Spark-powered Surface Laptop Ultra. In addition to the 15-inch mini-LED display, and up to 128GB of unified memory, you get a 30% larger trackpad, a user-replaceable SSD, and connectivity options including a mysterious new USB-C port, which Microsoft is keeping a secret.

Martin Filipov, 03 Jun 2026 23:26

The Surface Laptop Ultra has a new, oversized USB-C port.

Nvidia RTX Spark Surface Laptop Ultra has a unique new USB-C port, reveal hands-on images

Microsoft’s new Nvidia RTX Spark-powered Surface Laptop Ultra could introduce a groundbreaking new feature with a mysterious, oversized USB-C port. Hands-on reports suggest the unique USB-C port may support a magnetic, breakaway design for enhanced security and convenience.

Martin Filipov, 03 Jun 2026 15:59

CVE-2026-41089 allows unauthenticated attackers to execute code on Windows domain controllers with SYSTEM privileges.

Windows Netlogon CVE-2026-41089 exploited: Priority patch needed

CVE-2026-41089, a critical Windows Netlogon flaw rated CVSS 9.8, is now actively exploited. Unpatched domain controllers face full SYSTEM-level compromise with no credentials needed.

Darryl Linington, 03 Jun 2026 11:01

Microsoft's concept badge looks a lot like a phone.

Microsoft reveals Android-based AI device to rival iPhone: Qualcomm SoC, top-facing camera, small display, 5G

Microsoft has revealed Project Solara, and the smart badge, a wearable device designed to replace traditional app-based smartphones with an agent-first AI interface. As Microsoft initiates internal testing and prepares for enterprise pilots, it enters a critical race against OpenAI’s rumored 2027 AI phone, signaling a major shift toward specialized, context-aware hardware.

Martin Filipov, 03 Jun 2026 02:20

GitHub Copilot drops flat-rate billing and developers are not pleased

GitHub Copilot switched to token-based billing on June 1 for 4.7 million paid subscribers. Flat-rate subscriptions are out, AI Credits are in, and agentic users face the steepest cost increases.

Darryl Linington, 02 Jun 2026 11:50

Hands-on with new Surface Laptop Ultra reveals MacBook Pro-like design from all angles

Microsoft’s newly unveiled Surface Laptop Ultra arrives as a high-performance, AI-focused challenger to the MacBook Pro. Featuring a 15-inch mini-LED display, a powerful new Nvidia "RTX Spark" chip, and a sophisticated design with a large haptic trackpad, the device signals a new flagship direction for the Surface lineup ahead of its fall 2026 launch.

Martin Filipov, 02 Jun 2026 09:27

CISA gives Windows admins until June 3 to patch Nightmare Eclipse Defender flaws

CISA's June 3 deadline for the two Nightmare Eclipse Defender zero-days is 48 hours away. YellowKey, GreenPlasma, and MiniPlasma remain unpatched, with GreenPlasma and MiniPlasma carrying no CVE assignment.

Darryl Linington, 01 Jun 2026 09:51

Microsoft has shown off a new high-end Surface laptop

Surface Laptop Ultra: Microsoft shows off powerful laptop with RTX Spark and mini-LED screen

Microsoft has shown off its RTX Spark-powered Surface Laptop Ultra. It is expected to launch later this year with some impressive specifications.

Anil Ganti, 01 Jun 2026 08:15

Windows 11 Build 26300.8553 introduces modular Start menu controls to the Experimental channel.

Windows 11 Insider Build 26300.8553 finally lets you customize the Start menu

Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26300.8553 brings a modular Start menu with Small, Large, and Automatic size presets and new privacy tools to the Experimental channel.

Darryl Linington, 31 May 2026 18:46

Microsoft Build 2026 official event branding.

Microsoft Build 2026: What to expect from the June 2 keynote

Microsoft Build 2026 opens June 2 in San Francisco with AI agents, GitHub Copilot updates, and Windows local AI. Here is what developers can expect.

Darryl Linington, 31 May 2026 14:25

The redesign render of the Microsoft tech headquarters in Redmond.

Microsoft faces security community backlash over Nightmare Eclipse

Microsoft's threat to criminally prosecute Nightmare Eclipse has drawn sharp criticism from security veterans, with three Windows zero-days still unpatched.

Darryl Linington, 30 May 2026 14:40

Fans of Xbox exclusives vent as Games Showcase keeps cross-platform PS5 titles

Rival consoles like the PS5 will still appear at the Xbox Games Showcase 2026. Chief Content Officer Matt Booty revealed that any shift back to Xbox exclusives was not imminent. Critics have called for titles that are only available on first-party hardware and the upcoming Project Helix.

Adam Corsetti, 29 May 2026 23:39

CEO says Xbox Game Pass price increase hurt subscriber count, but it's now rebounding

Gamers have rare insight into how Xbox Game Pass price increases affected subscriber counts. In an internal memo, CEO Asha Sharma disclosed that cancellations accelerated. Following the recent Ultimate and PC tier price cuts, more supporters are sticking with the service.

Adam Corsetti, 28 May 2026 22:37

A masked, hooded figure works on a laptop in a darkened room.

Nightmare Eclipse banned from GitHub and GitLab, vows July 14 attack

Nightmare Eclipse has been removed from GitHub and GitLab within days and is threatening a new Windows exploit release on Patch Tuesday, July 14, 2026.

Darryl Linington, 28 May 2026 13:58

Windows 11 KB5089573 preview update rolling out with Shared Audio and a boot partition warning.

Windows 11 update KB5089573: Shared audio & partition fix

Microsoft's KB5089573 preview adds Shared Audio and NPU tracking to Windows 11, while flagging an EFI partition install failure on older OEM hardware.

Darryl Linington, 27 May 2026 09:44

Banner for Xbox Games Showcase 2026 is shown

Xbox Game Pass games leak may have spoiled Xbox Showcase, with Fable included

Microsoft has added a bunch of coming soon Xbox Game Pass games to its app. Speculation is that they will see updates or trailers at the June 7th Games Showcase. Gamers could learn firm release dates for Fable, Clockwork Revolution, Witchbrook, and more.

Adam Corsetti, 27 May 2026 03:23

Aerial view of a Microsoft office building.

Windows 11: Microsoft backpedals on Copilot decision

Microsoft is testing a revamped docked Copilot sidebar for Windows 11, pinning the AI to either screen edge and marking the AI assistant's sixth UI redesign.

Darryl Linington, 26 May 2026 09:03

Windows 11 Experimental build 26300.8497 rolling out to Insiders.

Windows 11 Insiders get screen tint and voice isolation

Microsoft releases Windows 11 Experimental build 26300.8497 with screen tint, braille display support, and voice isolation improvements for Insiders.

Darryl Linington, 25 May 2026 13:56

Banner for Fallout 3 and The Elder Scrolls 6 shown

Fallout remasters and The Elder Scrolls 6 release dates reportedly still far off

According to an insider, the Fallout 3 remaster release date could be later than expected. Gamers may also need patience for an anticipated Fallout: New Vegas revival. Bethesda is juggling the franchise with The Elder Scrolls 6, which has been in hiding since its 2018 teaser.

Adam Corsetti, 24 May 2026 03:14

170 GB Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth Xbox preload monopolizes storage on release date

The Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth Xbox version will soon monopolize console hard drives. Gamers can preload the title now, but only after clearing more than 169 GB of space. Larger than Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade, Switch 2 owners may also need pricey MicroSD Express cards.

Adam Corsetti, 23 May 2026 02:59

Aero Glass, desktop widgets and theme packs are all accounted for in Classic 7, built around an OS that still gets updates

Classic 7 blends Windows 7 and Windows 10 IoT to bring back the good old days

Remember when Windows was actually half decent? The days before AI bloat, telemetry, and enforced advertising. Classic 7 aims to bring back the look and feel of Windows 7, on an operating system base that should receive security updates until 2032.

David Devey, 22 May 2026 11:18

Microsoft issues emergency Defender patches for two actively exploited zero-days.

Microsoft patches Defender zero-days exploited in live attacks

Microsoft issued out-of-band patches for two actively exploited Defender zero-days, RedSun and UnDefend, after Huntress confirmed real-world use in attacks.

Darryl Linington, 22 May 2026 10:15

Forza Horizon 6 players are thrilled about this mod, but there's a catch

A modder has created a Spotify integration mod for Forza Horizon 6 that works just like a native in-game radio station. It also follows in-game radio station behaviour with menu fades, artist metadata, and more.

Vineet Washington, 21 May 2026 19:54

Hooded figure at a multi-screen setup running a cyberattack.

Microsoft mitigates YellowKey BitLocker bypass, no patch yet

Microsoft released mitigation steps for YellowKey (CVE-2026-45585), a BitLocker bypass that grants physical attackers access to encrypted Windows drives.

Darryl Linington, 21 May 2026 09:19

Forza Horizon 6 fans can start racing for as little as €46.99

Deal | Forza Horizon 6 launches for all – and is already 33% off

While the Premium Edition of Forza Horizon 6 has been playable for the last five days, Standard Edition buyers can finally tear through the streets of Japan. Those looking to save on the €69.99 retail price can find all three versions of the highly anticipated racing game heavily discounted by 33%.

Marc Zander, 20 May 2026 10:31

Microsoft’s Advanced Shader Delivery cuts load times by 95% in Forza Horizon 6 but locks feature behind Xbox app ecosystem

Microsoft says its Advanced Shader Delivery technology cuts Forza Horizon 6’s initial shader compilation from about 90 seconds to 4 seconds by downloading precompiled, hardware-specific shaders through its PC distribution channels. The feature is currently limited to Windows 11 users with supported AMD GPUs, Xbox Insider enrollment, and copies installed via the Xbox app or Microsoft Store, leaving Steam and Nvidia players without access for now.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 18 May 2026 22:22

CVE-2026-42897 targets the Outlook Web Access interface on on-premises Exchange Server. Generic hacker pictured.

Microsoft Exchange Server zero-day exploited via crafted email

Microsoft confirms active exploitation of Exchange Server zero-day CVE-2026-42897 via crafted email with no permanent patch available for on-prem deployments.

Darryl Linington, 17 May 2026 10:02

Banner for Halo: Campaign Evolved PS5 port is shown

As Halo: Campaign Evolved PS5 reaches stores, future games may be Xbox exclusives

Retailers are already preparing to sell the Halo: Campaign Evolved PS5 port. Even so, some gamers regret Microsoft bringing its longtime shooter franchise to PlayStation. After comments from CEO Asha Sharma, one insider predicts upcoming Halo games will again ship as Xbox exclusives.

Adam Corsetti, 17 May 2026 02:53

Pwn2Own Berlin 2026 paid out over $908,000 across 39 zero-days in two days, with Microsoft Exchange and Windows 11 among the most notable targets.

Pwn2Own Berlin 2026 - Windows 11 and Microsoft Exchange hacked

Pwn2Own Berlin 2026 paid out over $908,000 across 39 zero-days in two days, with Microsoft Exchange compromised for $200,000 and Windows 11 hacked four times.

Darryl Linington, 16 May 2026 15:29

Microsoft's MDASH system uses more than 100 specialized AI agents to find exploitable Windows vulnerabilities before they can be discovered by attackers.

Microsoft's MDASH AI found 16 critical Windows flaws before hackers could exploit them

Microsoft's MDASH AI security system found 16 Windows vulnerabilities, including four critical RCEs, all patched in May Patch Tuesday, beating Anthropic and OpenAI benchmarks.

Darryl Linington, 15 May 2026 18:58

Windows 11 Release Preview builds KB5089573 and KB5089570, released May 14, bring Copilot in Excel, zero-day patches, and new NPU task management to Insiders.

Windows 11 Release Preview: Copilot in Excel and critical security patches now live

Windows 11 Release Preview builds KB5089573 and KB5089570 landed May 14 with Copilot in Excel, zero-day patches, Shared LE Audio, and new IT admin AI controls.

Darryl Linington, 15 May 2026 12:40

Xbox Elite Series 3 controller leaked image

Xbox Elite Series 3 controller pics leak, but it may lack TMR to combat stick drift

Images of rumored Xbox controllers give a glimpse into the future of Microsoft accessories. The Elite Series 3 could ship with dual scroll wheels, cloud gaming connectivity, and a replaceable battery. However, the latest leak doesn’t mention TMR or Hall effect technology to limit analog stick drift.

Adam Corsetti, 15 May 2026 00:29

Generic image of a hacker. Nitrogen ransomware reportedly stole 8TB of data from Foxconn's NA facilities, including files tied to Apple, Nvidia, Intel, and Google.

Foxconn ransomware attack sees Apple and Nvidia data stolen

Foxconn confirmed a ransomware attack on North American factories after Nitrogen claimed to steal 8TB of data including Apple, Nvidia, and Intel project documentation.

Darryl Linington, 14 May 2026 16:03

The Sony PlayStation 5 Pro with a DualSense controller

Former Microsoft exec Laura Fryer believes Sony’s quiet PS5 DRM changes are akin to 'hitting itself'

Former Microsoft Game Studios executive Laura Fryer criticized Sony’s quiet PS5 digital licensing update, arguing that an unannounced 30-day online verification prompt alarmed players and risked undermining trust in digital ownership. While Sony says the check is intended to curb refund abuse and does not require ongoing logins, Fryer warned that the lack of transparency makes the change feel like a self-inflicted replay of past console DRM controversies.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 14 May 2026 07:05

Windows 11's May 2026 Patch Tuesday makes Xbox mode mandatory for all 24H2 and 25H2 users while advancing the critical Secure Boot certificate rollout ahead of the June 26 deadline.

Windows 11: May 2026 Patch Tuesday is live

Windows 11 May 2026 Patch Tuesday rolls out KB5089549 today, pushing Xbox mode to all users and advancing Secure Boot certificate deployment ahead of the June 26 deadline.

Darryl Linington, 12 May 2026 16:28

Forza Horizon 6 reviewer may have leaked Steam build, as devs deny pre-load mixup

A journalist may have defied the Forza Horizon 6 review embargo. Playground Games insists it wasn’t at fault for uploading a version of the racing game to Steam ahead of schedule. SteamDB later explained how a journalist is more likely to have exposed the file list and pirated the release.

Adam Corsetti, 12 May 2026 00:48

Banner for Forza Horizon 6 showing Japanese roadway

Playable Forza Horizon 6 leaks 9 days before release date in Steam mishap

Microsoft’s Japan-set Forza Horizon 6 is already running on many gaming PCs. A full Steam build leaked on Valve’s marketplace, delighting piracy advocates. Online features likely won’t be available until the official Xbox and PC early access debut on May 15th.

Adam Corsetti, 10 May 2026 22:37

Microsoft

Update | Halo: Campaign Evolved and Gears: E-Day pre-orders and price leak before Xbox Games Showcase

Update | Gears of War: E-Day PS5 pre-order leaks, despite calls for Xbox exclusive games

Microsoft and Nvidia are betting on AI to make old x86 Windows apps run better on next-gen RTX Spark PCs

Microsoft forced into policy retreat over rogue zero-day researcher Nightmare Eclipse

Halo: Campaign Evolved screenshots and skins leak before Xbox Games Showcase 2026

Xbox CEO to lower Project Helix price, even as consoles suffer from memory shortage

Microsoft Secure Boot AMA June 2026 highlights fleet risks

As PS5 price increase craters UK sales, Xbox consoles boosted by exclusive game

GitHub Copilot credit caps trigger surprise workspace lockouts

Microsoft unveils Majorana 2, wants useful quantum computing by 2029

June 9 Patch Tuesday incoming as Secure Boot deadline looms

Detailed leak reveals new Surface Laptop 8 (Snapdragon X2): Full specs, colors, release date

Surface Laptop Ultra detailed specs, upgrades officially revealed: A MacBook Pro with Windows 11?

Nvidia RTX Spark Surface Laptop Ultra has a unique new USB-C port, reveal hands-on images

Windows Netlogon CVE-2026-41089 exploited: Priority patch needed

Microsoft reveals Android-based AI device to rival iPhone: Qualcomm SoC, top-facing camera, small display, 5G

GitHub Copilot drops flat-rate billing and developers are not pleased

Hands-on with new Surface Laptop Ultra reveals MacBook Pro-like design from all angles

CISA gives Windows admins until June 3 to patch Nightmare Eclipse Defender flaws

Surface Laptop Ultra: Microsoft shows off powerful laptop with RTX Spark and mini-LED screen

Windows 11 Insider Build 26300.8553 finally lets you customize the Start menu

Microsoft Build 2026: What to expect from the June 2 keynote

Microsoft faces security community backlash over Nightmare Eclipse

Update | YellowKey fully bypasses Microsoft BitLocker encryption on affected Windows PCs: Bitcoins, personal data at risk

Fans of Xbox exclusives vent as Games Showcase keeps cross-platform PS5 titles

CEO says Xbox Game Pass price increase hurt subscriber count, but it's now rebounding

Nightmare Eclipse banned from GitHub and GitLab, vows July 14 attack

Windows 11 update KB5089573: Shared audio & partition fix

Xbox Game Pass games leak may have spoiled Xbox Showcase, with Fable included

Windows 11: Microsoft backpedals on Copilot decision

Windows 11 Insiders get screen tint and voice isolation

Fallout remasters and The Elder Scrolls 6 release dates reportedly still far off

170 GB Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth Xbox preload monopolizes storage on release date

Classic 7 blends Windows 7 and Windows 10 IoT to bring back the good old days

Microsoft patches Defender zero-days exploited in live attacks

Forza Horizon 6 players are thrilled about this mod, but there's a catch

Microsoft mitigates YellowKey BitLocker bypass, no patch yet

Deal | Forza Horizon 6 launches for all – and is already 33% off

Microsoft’s Advanced Shader Delivery cuts load times by 95% in Forza Horizon 6 but locks feature behind Xbox app ecosystem

Microsoft Exchange Server zero-day exploited via crafted email

As Halo: Campaign Evolved PS5 reaches stores, future games may be Xbox exclusives

Pwn2Own Berlin 2026 - Windows 11 and Microsoft Exchange hacked

Microsoft's MDASH AI found 16 critical Windows flaws before hackers could exploit them

Windows 11 Release Preview: Copilot in Excel and critical security patches now live

Xbox Elite Series 3 controller pics leak, but it may lack TMR to combat stick drift

Foxconn ransomware attack sees Apple and Nvidia data stolen

Former Microsoft exec Laura Fryer believes Sony’s quiet PS5 DRM changes are akin to 'hitting itself'

Windows 11: May 2026 Patch Tuesday is live

Forza Horizon 6 reviewer may have leaked Steam build, as devs deny pre-load mixup

Playable Forza Horizon 6 leaks 9 days before release date in Steam mishap

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