 | Microsoft Financial Analysts Meeting 2008 On July 24, Microsoft holds its annual Financial Analysts Meeting. The all-day event features presentations from Microsoft Chief Executive Officer Steve Ballmer, Chief Financial Officer Chris Liddel and several other key leaders at the company. |
Highlights | July 23, 2008
Microsoft Corp. announced that the Platforms & Services Division (PSD) will be split into two groups: Windows/Windows Live and Online Services, with both groups reporting directly to CEO Steve Ballmer. Microsoft also announced that PSD President Kevin Johnson will be leaving the company. |
 | July 23, 2008
The Privacy Enhancing Technology Awards recognize the work of academic researchers around the world to strengthen privacy protection through technology, staying one step ahead of those who might seek to find out more about us online than we would like. |
 | July 21, 2008
Q&A: Microsoft General Counsel Brad Smith, Deputy General Counsel Mary Snapp and Neal Suggs, associate general counsel discuss a new program that encourages law firms that represent Microsoft to diversify their ranks. |
| July 17, 2008
Fastest annual revenue growth since 1999 fuels 32% increase in earnings per share. |
Recent Press Releases and Feature Stories
A complete list from the last two weeks. For older content, search the
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July
24, 2008
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HomeVestors anticipates Microsoft technology will bring “wow” factor to its franchise sales and retention efforts.
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Improved online access to health information to encourage adoption of personal health records.
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July
23, 2008
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Platforms & Services Division to Split Into Two Groups and Report to CEO Steve Ballmer.
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Microsoft’s “Bringing Comic-Con Home” offers a behind-the-scenes look at the Comic-Con show floor through exclusive content on Xbox LIVE, Xbox.com, MSN and Zune Marketplace.
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July
22, 2008
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Xbox 360 creates marketplace for user-generated content with Xbox LIVE Community Games.
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Microsoft technology will move contact information on more than 15,000 people from desktops and notepads to a single enterprisewide database.
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July
21, 2008
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Q&A: Microsoft General Counsel Brad Smith, Deputy General Counsel Mary Snapp and Neal Suggs, associate general counsel discuss a new program that encourages law firms that represent Microsoft to diversify their ranks.
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July
17, 2008
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Fastest annual revenue growth since 1999 fuels 32% increase in earnings per share.
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July
15, 2008
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In Congressional testimony, General Counsel Brad Smith outlines how the deal will create less choice, less innovation and higher prices for online advertisers, content creators and consumers
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July
14, 2008
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Microsoft showcases groundbreaking approach to game shows; “Final Fantasy XIII” to be available on Xbox 360 at launch in North America and Europe.
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Xbox 360 promises best and broadest entertainment lineup ever; more fun, social and simple-to-use experience.
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Exclusive agreement creates game-changing home entertainment experience; more than 10,000 movies and TV episodes will be available to watch instantly at no additional cost to paying subscribers.
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On July 12, Yahoo! Inc. released a statement relating to recent discussions involving Yahoo!, Microsoft, and Carl Icahn. Microsoft believes the statement contains inaccuracies that need to be corrected.
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Microsoft continues its commitment to advancing Hispanics through technology with the launch of MSN Mobile Latino.
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July
13, 2008
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60GB storage now included with Xbox 360; 20GB console will drop to $299.99 in U.S. and Canada.
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