Anirban Ghoshal
Senior Writer
Anirban Ghoshal is a senior writer, covering enterprise software for CIO and databases and cloud infrastructure for InfoWorld.
How layoffs at Google could affect enterprise cloud services
Analysts are debating what effect the layoffs at Alphabet will have on the delivery of enterprise cloud services at its Google subsidiary, while investors call for deeper cuts.
Microsoft says cloud demand waning, plans to infuse AI into products
Cloud revenue growth has been slowing quarter-on-quarter for the Windows maker, which expects the growth to continue to decline through the year.
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella confirms plan to lay off 10,000 workers
The chief executive chalked up the massive layoff to efforts to align Microsoft's cost and revenue structure while investing in areas that the company predicts will show long-term growth.
Microsoft could layoff 11,000 employees: Reports
The move to downsize comes after the Windows maker laid off nearly 1,000 staffers in October across its Xbox and Edge divisions, citing economic headwinds.
Google-backed ShareChat lays off 20% staff
The Indian social media company, which is also backed by Twitter, Temasek and Tiger Global, is expected to eliminate over 400 roles.
Alphabet robotics subsidiary Intrinsic lays off 20% staff
The move to downsize comes after another Alphabet subsidiary Verily decided to lay off around 240 employees this week.
Alphabet-owned Verily cuts 15% workforce to simplify operating model
The layoffs will impact 240 roles including analysts, UI/UX engineers, and data managers among others. The company will also be shelving certain business units.
Microsoft in talks to invest $10 billion in OpenAI: Report
OpenAI has been in the spotlight since November last year when it unveiled its artificial intelligence based chatbot ChatGPT that showcases a new way to search the internet.
Microsoft reported to be integrating ChatGPT AI with Bing search
The expected integration of the AI-powered chat application with Bing can be seen as Microsoft’s renewed attempt to challenge search giant Google.
Microsoft’s EU data boundary plan to take effect Jan. 1
The plan, which covers Microsoft products and services such as Azure, Power BI, Dynamics 365 and Office 365, will allow customers to store and process their customer data within the EU.
Princeton Digital Group’s $300 million India data center now online
The new data center in Airoli, Navi Mumbai, is expected to cater to hyperscalers, commerce, content and fintech companies.