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Microsoft cuts another 4% of its workforce, about 9,000 jobs, in continued efficiency push

Microsoft is cutting 9,000 more jobs across the company, following earlier layoffs, amid major investments in AI and cloud infrastructure.

Microsoft cuts 830 jobs in Washington state — less than 10% of latest global layoffs

Microsoft is cutting 830 jobs in Washington state, part of 9,000 global layoffs as the company continues its post-fiscal-year restructuring.

Next-gen battery materials manufacturer Group14 lays off workers in Washington state

Battery materials manufacturer Group14 laid off an undisclosed number of workers as tariffs and federal policies create obstacles for clean energy.

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AI vs. MDs: Microsoft AI tool outperforms doctors in diagnosing complex medical cases

Microsoft announced an artificial intelligence tool called MAI-DxO that outperformed a panel of doctors in diagnosing complicated cases.

Rocket Companies completes Redfin acquisition; new pricing program is first perk of partnership

Rocket Companies completed its acquisition of Redfin on Tuesday, bringing together the nation’s largest mortgage lender with the tech-enabled Seattle real estate brokerage.

Paleontologists dig into the facts and fiction in the latest ‘Jurassic World’ dinosaur movie

"Jurassic World Rebirth" is a science-fiction movie, not a dinosaur documentary. Nevertheless, Nathan Myhrvold has a few bones to pick.

Intuit acquires tech from Seattle startup Relevvo, which helps B2B sales teams connect with buyers

Financial technology giant Intuit acquired technology from Seattle startup Relevvo, which built an AI-powered platform to help B2B companies connect with buyers more effectively.

Seattle startup Circulate Health raises $12M for pricey ‘blood-cleaning’ longevity service

Circulate Health, a Seattle health longevity startup, today announced $12 million in seed funding to expand its plasma exchange services.

Cybersecurity company CrowdStrike moving its ‘strategic technology hub’ into new Redmond space

CrowdStrike is moving into new office space in Redmond, Wash., the cybersecurity software company confirmed on Wednesday.

Startup radar: It’s all about AI for early stage Seattle companies in space, storytelling, supply chain

From space robots to AI storytelling, the latest edition of GeekWire’s startup radar features a diverse mix of early stage tech companies out of Seattle.

Tech Moves: AWS leader goes to Siemens; Wash. names broadband lead; NuScale adds to C-suite

— Joseph Williams is temporarily taking the helm of the Washington State Broadband Office (WSBO) as it’s scrambling to respond to Trump administration changes to a program issuing $42.45 billion of funding to expand high-speed broadband access nationally.

Flyhomes sells home search tech to The Real Brokerage, sharpens focus on mortgage business

Flyhomes has sold its consumer home search technology and related assets to The Real Brokerage, marking a major shift for the Seattle-based real estate startup as it focuses more narrowly on mortgage lending.

Managing in the age of AI, with former Microsoft leader, executive coach, and author Sabina Nawaz

Executive coach Sabina Nawaz joins the GeekWire Podcast to explain how AI, pressure, and shrinking orgs are reshaping leadership.

Meet Olumide Soroye: Fortive’s new CEO helps industrial giant refine focus — with help from AI

Olumide Soroye’s journey to the CEO role at Everett, Wash.-based industrial giant Fortive began thousands of miles away — in Lagos, Nigeria, where he grew up as the youngest of six children.

Fighting social media addiction with Instagram: Teen’s meme account attracts 1.9M followers

To get over his screen addiction, 18-year-old Garner Hall had to spend more time on his phone.