Appeals court rejects FTC's request to pause Microsoft-Activision deal
Microsoft faces a $3 billion termination fee if deal isn't completed by July 18.
Microsoft faces a $3 billion termination fee if deal isn't completed by July 18.
If the deal goes through, it would be the largest acquisition of a video game company in U.S. history.
Microsoft says a group of Chinese hackers gained access to some of its customers' email accounts. The group is believed to have exploited the company's cloud email service in order to breach the defenses of multiple government agencies. CBS News homeland security and justice reporter Nicole Sganga has more.
Software company said service disruptions stemmed from an attack by a cybercriminal group dubbed "Anonymous Sudan."
Software giant said it has identified and fixed technical glitch that failed to delete child accounts in certain cases.
The company said it is boosting production of the chips, which are used in products like ChatGPT.
"The world is moving forward. Let's make sure that the United States at least keeps pace with the rest of the world," Smith told "Face the Nation."
This week on "Face the Nation," House Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries joins "Face the Nation" to discuss the tentative debt ceiling deal, plus Microsoft president and vice chair Brad Smith discusses the rise of AI.
Brad Smith, the president and vice chair of Microsoft, tells "Face the Nation" that he expects the U.S. government to regulate artificial intelligence in the year ahead. "We'll need a system that we and so many others have been working to develop that protects content," he said.
Microsoft revealed a Chinese-sponsored hacking operation Wednesday, saying it could disrupt communications between the U.S. and Asia during a future potential conflict.
A Chinese-sponsored hacking campaign is targeting critical infrastructure in Guam and other locations in the U.S., Microsoft researches found.
The popularity of artificial intelligence has exploded, and its impact could stretch across industries. Nancy Chen takes a look at what it could mean for many types of jobs.
Companies like Meta, Microsoft and Alphabet have laid off thousands of employees since the start of 2022. Matt Turner, global editor-in-chief for Insider, joined CBS News' Vladimir Duthiers and Anne-Marie Green to discuss the shift in the industry and how artificial intelligence could eliminate some positions.
British antitrust regulators have blocked Microsoft's $69 billion deal to buy video game maker Activision Blizzard. In a statement Wednesday, Britain's Competition and Markets Authority said, "we've prevented Microsoft from purchasing Activision over concerns the deal would damage competition in the cloud gaming market, leading to less innovation and choice for UK gamers." The all-cash deal was set to be the biggest in the history of the tech industry. Michael Pachter, a managing director at Wedbush Securities, has more.
Decision comes four months after the Federal Trade Commission also moved to stop the $69 billion deal.
There are growing concerns about the possible risks posed by artificial intelligence. Google executive James Manyika spoke to Scott Pelley in a preview of Sunday's "60 Minutes."
A federal court granted Microsoft and a group of cybersecurity firms a court order to crack down on a notorious hacking tool used in ransomware attacks against hospitals and health care systems. CBS News homeland security and justice reporter Nicole Sganga joins Errol Barnett and Vladimir Duthiers to discuss.
A bootleg version of "Cobalt Strike" has been used in 69 ransomware attacks on health organizations in more than 19 countries, according to Microsoft.
Tech leaders and academics have called on artificial intelligence developers to pause training their models last week, warning we may lose "control of our civilization." Michael Graziano, a professor of neuroscience and psychology at Princeton University, joins CBS News to discuss some of the fears over how AI interacts and communicates.
A bipartisan group of lawmakers is meeting with top executives in California this week, including the CEOs of Apple, Microsoft and Disney. CBS News tech and politics reporter Musadiq Bidar has more on what to expect from the meetings.
A local politician said the 250-foot research vessel outfitted by Microsoft's co-founder was "dislodged from its holding in strong winds."
Microsoft announced a new feature called Copilot that integrates artificial intelligence into its Microsoft Office products. The feature is currently in a testing phase. Geekwire co-founder Todd Bishop joined CBS News' Anne-Marie Green to discuss what it means for the future of work.
We sit down with Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella for a peek at the very near future of artificial intelligence. And we learn money-saving tips to keep energy costs low along with a Connecticut homeowner. Watch these stories and more on Eye on America with host Michelle Miller.
New York Times tech columnist Kevin Roose joins CBS News' Errol Barnett and Elaine Quijano to discuss a recent conversation he had with Bing's new artificial intelligence-powered chatbot and why it left him "deeply unsettled."
CISA Director Jen Easterly says companies like Microsoft and Twitter should face liability if they fail to protect customers from Chinese hacking.
The department will be joined by several state attorneys general in its antitrust lawsuit against Ticketmaster parent company Live Nation.
The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season officially starts on June 1 and ends on November 30. Here are the details on NOAA's forecast for this year.
The bill is likely to fail for a second time, but Democrats will try to use Republicans' resistance to shift the narrative on border security in their favor.
Taiwan puts forces on alert, accuses China of an "irrational provocation" with its latest war games, and vows not to "shy away" from any threat.
A strong wind gust toppled the stage at a campaign rally for a longshot Mexican presidential candidate, killing at least nine and injuring dozens, officials said.
The grizzly bit into the 35-year-old man's can of bear repellent and was hit with a burst of it, causing the animal to flee.
A Thai hospital treating people injured by turbulence on the Singapore Airlines flight from London says 20 remain in intensive care.
Climber Phunjo Lama reached the top of Everest, the world's tallest peak, in just 14 hours and 31 minutes – a feat that typically takes people days.
Butker shared controversial thoughts on many topics during his speech – Pride month, COVID-19 and women in the workplace among them.
The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season officially starts on June 1 and ends on November 30. Here are the details on NOAA's forecast for this year.
Cassie Ventura has asked people to open their hearts and believe victims. "It takes a lot of heart to tell the truth about a situation that you were powerless in," she said.
Levi Wright was playing on a toy tractor when the 3-year-old ended up in a river and swept a mile from home. His family thought "his spirit is no longer with us" – then doctors saw "small miracles."
U.S. Customs and Border Protection said that the six tons of meth were found in hundreds of packages hidden in the shipment.
Butker shared controversial thoughts on many topics during his speech — Pride month, COVID-19 and women in the workplace among them.
The European Union fined Mondelez, the U.S. confectioner behind major brands including Oreo, 337.5 million euros ($366 million) for restricting sales of products within the 27-country bloc.
The Justice Department will be joined by several state attorneys general in its antitrust lawsuit against Ticketmaster parent company Live Nation.
The postal service has allegedly fired mail carriers in at least seven states after they reported getting hurt while on the job.
Remote work helped drive an additional $375 billion in online spending last year, report shows.
Other athletes being turned into Barbie include Canadian soccer player Christine Sinclair and French boxer Estelle Mossely.
The bill is likely to fail for a second time, but Democrats will try to use Republicans' resistance to shift the narrative on border security in their favor.
A strong wind gust toppled the stage at a campaign rally for a longshot Mexican presidential candidate, killing at least nine and injuring dozens, officials said.
The Justice Department will be joined by several state attorneys general in its antitrust lawsuit against Ticketmaster parent company Live Nation.
Trump's attorneys and aide Walt Nauta sparred with prosecutors during hearing in case involving Trump's handling of classified records.
Hunter Biden's California tax fraud trial was originally scheduled to take place in June.
Singer and actor Nick Jonas says these three things help him take care of his mental health as part of his Type 1 diabetes management.
A Michigan farmworker has been diagnosed with bird flu after being in contact with cows presumed to be infected, state health officials announced in a statement Wednesday.
A firefighting foam known as AFFF contains PFAS, also known as "forever chemicals," that have been linked to cancer.
Actor Taye Diggs is opening about a mental health condition that has affected his younger sister Christian: schizophrenia, which impacts how a person thinks, feels and behaves.
Vital Pursuit will include whole-grain bowls, protein pasta, sandwich melts and gluten-free options.
Deadly unrest on France's far-flung Pacific territory of New Caledonia has drawn a hasty visit by President Emmanuel Macron.
The San Jose galleon sank more than three centuries ago laden with gold, silver and emeralds believed to be worth billions of dollars.
Taiwan puts forces on alert, accuses China of an "irrational provocation" with its latest war games, and vows not to "shy away" from any threat.
A Thai hospital treating people injured by turbulence on the Singapore Airlines flight from London says 20 remain in intensive care.
Climber Phunjo Lama reached the top of Everest, the world's tallest peak, in just 14 hours and 31 minutes – a feat that typically takes people days.
Charlie Colin, a founding member and former bassist of the band Train, died at 58, his sister confirmed to CBS News.
Jeremy Renner is returning to "Mayor of Kingstown" after taking some time to recover after a near-fatal snowplow accident last year.
Lenny Kravitz tells "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King about times he still feels like a "16-year-old kid trying to get the record deal."
Actor Jeremy Renner joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about his return to the hit show "Mayor of Kingstown" following a snowplow accident that nearly took his life. Renner stars as Mike McLusky in the Paramount+ crime drama, which follows a family of power brokers working to bring order and justice to a town dependent on the prison system.
In a conversation with "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King, Lenny Kravitz shares that despite his confident exterior, he still struggles with insecurities.
Nebraska sued social media giant TikTok and its parent company ByteDance, claiming the platform targets minors with "addictive design" and alleging it's "fueling a youth mental health crisis."
The FCC is introducing a proposal to require political advertisers to disclose when they use Ai-generated content in broadcast TV and radio ads.
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
Target is slashing prices on more than 5,000 items by this summer. Prices for household items like milk, bagels, diapers and even pet food are dropping, but there are concerns the move could hurt small businesses struggling to compete with larger chains. Columbia's retail studies director Mark Cohen joins to discuss.
Actress Scarlett Johansson demanded that OpenAI stop using an AI-generated voice that she says sounds like her own and was developed without her permission. Intellectual property attorney Joseph Lawyer joins to break down the dispute.
Shining galaxies, a purple and orange star nursery and a spiral galaxy are among the new images.
New research indicates the sun's magnetic field originates much closer to the surface than previously thought, a finding that could help predict extreme solar storms.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration released new 2024 weather outlooks for the summer. CBS News Chicago meteorologist David Yeomans breaks down how the predictions may be connected to climate change.
The Environmental Protection Agency is urging water systems to take immediate actions to protect the nation's drinking water from cyberattacks. CBS News homeland security and justice reporter Nicole Sganga joins to discuss.
The 40-mile-long river branch, which ran by the Giza pyramid complex, was hidden under desert and farmland for millennia, scientists said.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection said that the six tons of meth were found in hundreds of packages hidden in the shipment.
Family members of the victims of the mass shooting in Uvalde, Texas, have agreed to settle their lawsuit against the city for around $2 million. It includes money for the graves of the victims. Lawyers also announced a new lawsuit, this one against the state of Texas.
The Drug Enforcement Administration says it seized over 79 million fake pills containing fentanyl in 2023, a more than 33% increase from the year before. To combat the crisis, officials are cracking down on drug traffickers by targeting online retailers selling pill presses. CBS News homeland security and justice reporter Nicole Sganga explains.
The family members of Uvalde school shooting victims announced Wednesday a $2 million settlement with the Texas city. Law enforcement agencies who responded to the 2022 mass shooting at Robb Elementary School have come under scrutiny for their actions during the attack. Josh Koskoff, a lawyer representing the victims' families, spoke at a press conference.
The son of a wealthy businessman in India, accused of killing 2 people in a Porsche, was initially told he'd be bailed if he wrote a short essay and spent some time with local police.
Shining galaxies, a purple and orange star nursery and a spiral galaxy are among the new images.
NASA managers have ordered additional reviews of a small helium leak in Boeing's Starliner spacecraft to make sure it can be safely launched as is.
May's full moon will peak on Thursday morning, but the Flower Moon already appears full.
New research indicates the sun's magnetic field originates much closer to the surface than previously thought, a finding that could help predict extreme solar storms.
NASA ruled out a planned Saturday launch of Boeing's Starliner to allow more time for analysis of a small, but persistent helium leak in the ship's propulsion system.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
A look back at the hallowed career of the indie "B-movie" filmmaker, known for exploitation films, monster flicks, and some bizarre movie posters.
Despite losing three quarters of the blood in her body, Donna Ongsiako was able to help police find the person who almost took her life.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
When Tiffiney Crawford was found dead inside her van, authorities believed she might have taken her own life. But could she shoot herself twice in the head with her non-dominant hand?
Warrick Dunn played 12 seasons in the NFL. Later this year, he will be inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame. However, his most important legacy may be his housing program for single parent families. Dunn got the idea after his mother died, leaving Dunn in charge of his family at just 18 years old.
High winds topple the stage at a Mexico campaign event, killing at least nine people and injuring dozens more. Also, another night of extreme weather and the search for survivors continues after a deadly tornado in Iowa. All that and all that matters in today's Eye Opener.
Compared to Memorial Day 2023, the overall cost of travel is down slightly. Hotel prices inched down, airfare descended by nearly 6% and rental cars costs slowed by 10%. However, vacationing in 2024 still costs you 15% more than before the pandemic.
Family members of the victims of the mass shooting in Uvalde, Texas, have agreed to settle their lawsuit against the city for around $2 million. It includes money for the graves of the victims. Lawyers also announced a new lawsuit, this one against the state of Texas.
Thousands of Israelis took to the streets overnight demanding their government help free the hostages in Gaza. The demonstrations were triggered by the release of a graphic video showing five female soldiers in Hamas captivity. The video was made public by their families.