Microsoft News - April 2026

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OpenAI valuation faces scrutiny, as Anthropic demand commands a premium

Dual investors in OpenAI and Anthropic are questioning OpenAI’s high valuation as its rival gains market share. A Financial Times report indicates that...

OpenAI accuses Anthropic of inflating revenue by $8 billion, citing cloud deals
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OpenAI accuses Anthropic of inflating revenue by $8 billion, citing cloud deals

OpenAI Chief Revenue Officer Denise Dresser accused competitor Anthropic of overstating its financial figures in an internal memo. Dresser alleged that...

Microsoft halts carbon credit purchases, pivoting to gas for AI
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Microsoft halts carbon credit purchases, pivoting to gas for AI

Microsoft has reportedly paused its purchases of carbon removal credits. The tech giant currently represents approximately 90% of the carbon removal market in...

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🟢 MSFT is trading 3.45% up today on US-Iran ceasefire and broad market rally

MSFT is trading at $385.15 (+3.45%) in pre-market as a US-Iran ceasefire announcement triggers a broad market surge. • Geopolitical de-escalation sent oil...

OpenAI Leadership Clashes Over IPO Timing, Amid Executive Reshuffle
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OpenAI Leadership Clashes Over IPO Timing, Amid Executive Reshuffle

OpenAI leadership is divided over the timeline for an initial public offering. Internal discussions reveal a split between executives seeking a rapid market...

OpenAI Acquires Tech Show TBPN, Fostering Public AI Conversation
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OpenAI Acquires Tech Show TBPN, Fostering Public AI Conversation

OpenAI acquired TBPN, a technology-focused online talk show popular with Silicon Valley insiders. The move marks an unusual expansion into the media industry...

OpenAI Leads Record $297B VC Funding Surge, Fueled by AI Demand
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OpenAI Leads Record $297B VC Funding Surge, Fueled by AI Demand

Global venture capital investment reached a record $297 billion in the first quarter of 2026. This total marks a 150% increase year-over-year. The artificial...