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The Hindu
02-08-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Microsoft in Brazilian antitrust regulator's crosshairs after Opera complaint
Brazil's antitrust enforcer CADE has opened an investigation into Microsoft, days after Norwegian browser Opera complained about Microsoft's Edge, according to a CADE statement published late Thursday on its website. Opera, in its complaint filed on Tuesday, alleged that Microsoft pre-installs Edge as the default browser across Windows devices and computers, thereby preventing rivals from competing on the merits of the products. Opera had 6.78% of the Brazilian desktop browser market in June versus Edge's 11.52% and market leader Google Chrome's 75%. CADE said it had opened an administrative inquiry and set an August 15 deadline for Microsoft to respond to Opera's allegations about its Windows operating system licences, the Microsoft 365 software and its Jumpstart programme. The Jumpstart programme allows Microsoft clients to build autonomous artificial intelligence agents for routine tasks, a move which could help the company monetise its billion-dollar investments in AI. Other Big Tech companies have similar tools. Microsoft did not immediately respond to emailed requests for comment. Opera has been complaining about its competitor since December 2007 when it took its grievance about the latter's internet Explorer browser bundled with its Windows operating system to the European Commission, resulting in a 561-million-euro ($640 million) fine for the U.S. tech giant.
Yahoo
01-08-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Microsoft in Brazilian antitrust regulator's crosshairs after Opera complaint
Microsoft in Brazilian antitrust regulator's crosshairs after Opera complaint By Foo Yun Chee BRUSSELS (Reuters) -Brazil's antitrust enforcer CADE has opened an investigation into Microsoft, days after Norwegian browser Opera complained about Microsoft's Edge, according to a CADE statement published late Thursday on its website. Opera, in its complaint filed on Tuesday, alleged that Microsoft pre-installs Edge as the default browser across Windows devices and computers, thereby preventing rivals from competing on the merits of the products. Opera had 6.78% of the Brazilian desktop browser market in June versus Edge's 11.52% and market leader Google Chrome's 75%. CADE said it had opened an administrative inquiry and set an August 15 deadline for Microsoft to respond to Opera's allegations about its Windows operating system licences, the Microsoft 365 software and its Jumpstart programme. The Jumpstart programme allows Microsoft clients to build autonomous artificial intelligence agents for routine tasks, a move which could help the company monetise its billion-dollar investments in AI. Other Big Tech companies have similar tools. Microsoft did not immediately respond to emailed requests for comment. Opera has been complaining about its competitor since December 2007 when it took its grievance about the latter's internet Explorer browser bundled with its Windows operating system to the European Commission, resulting in a 561-million-euro ($640 million) fine for the U.S. tech giant. ($1 = 0.8764 euros) Solve the daily Crossword
Time of India
01-08-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Microsoft in Brazilian antitrust regulator's crosshairs after Opera complaint
Academy Empower your mind, elevate your skills Brazil's antitrust enforcer CADE has opened an investigation into Microsoft, days after Norwegian browser Opera complained about Microsoft's Edge, according to a CADE statement published late Thursday on its had 6.78% of the Brazilian desktop browser market in June versus Edge's 11.52% and market leader Google Chrome's 75%.CADE said it had opened an administrative inquiry and set an August 15 deadline for Microsoft to respond to Opera's allegations about its Windows operating system licences, the Microsoft 365 software and its Jumpstart Jumpstart programme allows Microsoft clients to build autonomous artificial intelligence agents for routine tasks, a move which could help the company monetise its billion-dollar investments in AI. Other Big Tech companies have similar did not immediately respond to emailed requests for has been complaining about its competitor since December 2007 when it took its grievance about the latter's internet Explorer browser bundled with its Windows operating system to the European Commission, resulting in a 561-million-euro ($640 million) fine for the U.S. tech giant.
The Star
01-08-2025
- Business
- The Star
Microsoft in Brazilian antitrust regulator's crosshairs after Opera complaint
FILE PHOTO: A view shows the Microsoft logo on the day of the Hannover Messe, one of the world's largest industrial trade fairs, in Hanover, Germany, March 31, 2025. REUTERS/Fabian Bimmer/File Photo BRUSSELS (Reuters) -Brazil's antitrust enforcer CADE has opened an investigation into Microsoft, days after Norwegian browser Opera complained about Microsoft's Edge, according to a CADE statement published late Thursday on its website. Opera, in its complaint filed on Tuesday, alleged that Microsoft pre-installs Edge as the default browser across Windows devices and computers, thereby preventing rivals from competing on the merits of the products. Opera had 6.78% of the Brazilian desktop browser market in June versus Edge's 11.52% and market leader Google Chrome's 75%. CADE said it had opened an administrative inquiry and set an August 15 deadline for Microsoft to respond to Opera's allegations about its Windows operating system licences, the Microsoft 365 software and its Jumpstart programme. The Jumpstart programme allows Microsoft clients to build autonomous artificial intelligence agents for routine tasks, a move which could help the company monetise its billion-dollar investments in AI. Other Big Tech companies have similar tools. Microsoft did not immediately respond to emailed requests for comment. Opera has been complaining about its competitor since December 2007 when it took its grievance about the latter's internet Explorer browser bundled with its Windows operating system to the European Commission, resulting in a 561-million-euro ($640 million) fine for the U.S. tech giant. ($1 = 0.8764 euros) (Reporting by Foo Yun Chee;Editing by Elaine Hardcastle)
Edmonton Journal
04-07-2025
- Business
- Edmonton Journal
Welcoming refugees: Humanitarian responsibility or economic opportunity?
Article content Partners such as TalentLift, Talent Beyond Boundaries and Jumpstart match these candidates with jobs, while Windmill Microlending provides low-interest loans to cover essential arrival costs, easing the financial transition as they await their first paycheque. Through targeted pathways such as the Pathways Pilot, these individuals can secure full-time, permanent roles before landing in Canada. Article content The benefits are clear. Refugees who arrive with jobs are less reliant on government assistance and contribute immediately. They settle faster, integrate more smoothly and often bring their families — strengthening social cohesion and long-term demographic health. Article content At a time when our country is in dire need of health-care workers, skilled refugees are stepping in to fill these gaps. From coast to coast, trained professionals are revitalizing care systems and addressing labour shortages — from Alberta to Nova Scotia and beyond. Article content Article content This isn't a trade-off between compassion and practicality. It's about bolstering both — by connecting refugee talent to communities that need them most. Article content Our history shows us that each wave of newcomers — from the Irish in the 19th century to Syrians in the past decade — has strengthened Canada. By aligning refugee policy with labour priorities and fast-tracking qualified individuals through programs such as the EMPP, we can meet economic needs while staying true to our values.
