Microsoft is directing its Windows engineers to tackle persistent bugs and performance issues in Windows 11. This push comes as user trust wanes and more PC gamers than ever are switching to Linux, with Steam’s survey showing over 3% of its users now on the open-source OS.
The adult creator platform OnlyFans is considering a major sale. A new report says it’s in exclusive talks to sell a majority stake to investment firm Architect Capital.
Two of Australia’s largest lithium miners are assessing production increases following a powerful rally in prices. Mineral Resources lifted its full-year guidance and is studying a mine restart, while Liontown is eyeing a major expansion of its Kathleen Valley operation.
Google Cloud has confirmed the departure of President Hayete Gallot, who was hired in early 2025 to unify customer-facing teams. She leaves after less than a year, reportedly for a job outside of Google. This marks another high-profile executive shift at the cloud giant.
The world’s largest auto supplier, Bosch, has delayed its key profit target. Citing tough markets and intense competition, CEO Stefan Hartung indicated more workforce reductions are coming beyond the 18,500 already planned.
John Furner is taking over as Walmart CEO on February 1. His reputation as a tech-savvy leader and his executive appointments point to a deep digital transformation ahead for the retailer.
Apple’s iPhone revenue jumped 23% to over $85 billion last quarter, its best growth in over a decade. But the company is now in “supply chase mode,” grappling with shortages of advanced processors and, crucially, memory chips. This supply crunch could force tough choices on specs and pricing.
Microsoft is touting 15 million paid users for its M365 Copilot. However, analysts are labeling the figure a disappointment, representing a tiny fraction of its overall customer base.
Dow Chemical is cutting 4,500 jobs, about 12.5% of its workforce, and is pointing to AI automation as a key driver. The initiative, called “Transform to Outperform,” aims for $2 billion in EBITDA improvement by 2028.
A major shift just happened in German corporate leadership. Siemens AG has overtaken SAP SE as the country’s most valuable company after SAP’s shares cratered on a disappointing sales forecast.
