Articles from January 2026
Browse all Windows news articles published in January 2026
AI Attention Stack: How Generative AI is Reshaping Digital Discovery and Retail Media
Artificial intelligence is no longer a feature add-on to digital advertising — it is remaking the very architecture of discovery, measurement, and monetization. The Boston Consulting Group's recent...
Blameless Postmortems: Building a Safer, More Resilient Windows IT Culture
In the high-stakes world of Windows IT administration, where a single misconfigured Group Policy, a failed Windows Update, or an overlooked security patch can bring critical business operations to a...
WKD's 30th Anniversary Relaunch: A £10M Creative Gamble in the Evolving RTD Market
WKD, the iconic British ready-to-drink (RTD) brand known for its vibrant blue bottles and cheeky marketing, is embarking on a bold £10 million creative programme to spearhead its 30th-anniversary...
Microsoft Intune now enforces iOS SDK 12.0.0+ and Android Company Portal 5.0.5300+ minimums
Microsoft has begun enforcing a long-announced tightening of mobile app security within Microsoft Intune's Mobile Application Management (MAM) service, and the change is already producing visible...
Build 26220 Brings WinUI Dialog Overhaul and Native WebP Wallpaper Support
Microsoft's latest Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220, released to the Canary Channel on June 14, 2024, represents another incremental but significant step in the company's ongoing effort to...
Windows 11 Settings Hidden Tools: Power User Tricks & Community Discoveries
Windows 11's Settings app presents a sleek, modern interface that appears streamlined and simplified at first glance. However, beneath its polished surface lies a treasure trove of hidden tools,...
AI Exfiltration Risks in Enterprise IT: Securing Windows Environments from Data Leaks
The security conversation around generative AI and agentic tooling has hardened significantly in recent weeks, creating urgent concerns for Windows administrators, CISOs, and IT procurement teams...
Cloud AI vs Silicon: Microsoft Azure scales while Apple locks AI on-device
The AI landscape is witnessing a fundamental architectural divide, with Microsoft and Apple championing two distinct approaches that reflect their core business philosophies and technological...
IBM Enterprise Advantage: Multi-Cloud AI Platform Strategy for Windows Enterprises
IBM has launched a significant new enterprise offering called IBM Enterprise Advantage, representing a strategic shift in how large organizations—particularly those operating in Windows...
Red Bull Basement 2026: AI Startup Accelerator Offers Microsoft Tools & Equity-Free Funding
The global startup landscape is about to receive a significant energy boost as Red Bull Basement 2026 officially opens for applications, marking a strategic pivot toward artificial intelligence...
Columbus Earns Azure AI Platform Specialization: What It Means for Enterprise AI
Columbus, a global digital consulting firm, has achieved the prestigious AI Platform on Microsoft Azure Specialization, joining an elite group of Microsoft partners recognized for their proven...
Steam Deck Dual Boot Guide: Windows 11 & SteamOS Setup, Performance & Community Insights
The Steam Deck, Valve's handheld gaming PC, has revolutionized portable gaming with its custom SteamOS based on Arch Linux. However, for users seeking broader compatibility with games lacking Proton...