Tech industry leadership stories

Jul 26, 2026

Microsoft's AI Strategy Under Strain as Satya Nadella Faces Challenges to Core Businesses

Three years after Satya Nadella's early bet on OpenAI positioned Microsoft as an AI leader in 2023, the company's aggressive AI push is now creating tensions with its traditional business lines, marking a difficult period for the CEO.

Jul 26, 20263 sources

Jun 24, 2026

SoftBank's Masayoshi Son Sets $6.2 Trillion Net Asset Value Target, Scraps Retirement Plan

SoftBank founder Masayoshi Son announced plans to remain CEO for another decade or more, abandoning his retirement plan and setting a bold $6.189 trillion net asset value target built on AI promises.

Jun 24, 20262 sources

Jun 5, 2026

Reid Hoffman Leaves Microsoft Board After Nearly a Decade

LinkedIn co-founder Reid Hoffman will not stand for reelection to Microsoft's board, citing plans to focus on his new AI venture.

Jun 5, 20263 sources