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Urgent Patch Issued for Critical Data Protection Flaw in ASP.NET Core
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Urgent Patch Issued for Critical Data Protection Flaw in ASP.NET Core

24/04/2026

Microsoft issued an emergency patch for a critical vulnerability (CVE-2026-40372) in the ASP.NET Core DataProtection NuGet package. The flaw allows unauthenticated attackers to forge credentials and gain SYSTEM privileges on…

Microsoft States Built-in Defender is Enough for Most Windows 11 Users
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Microsoft States Built-in Defender is Enough for Most Windows 11 Users

22/04/2026

Microsoft officially states that its built-in Defender Antivirus is sufficient for most Windows 11 users. The built-in software protects against everyday risks and does not require additional third-party applications. However,…

Windows 11 Update Triggers Unexpected BitLocker Recovery Prompts on Specific PCs
Microsoft Technology

Windows 11 Update Triggers Unexpected BitLocker Recovery Prompts on Specific PCs

20/04/2026

The Windows 11 KB5083769 update may trigger unexpected BitLocker recovery prompts on certain PCs. The issue requires specific IT group policies and configurations to manifest, and Microsoft has provided workarounds,…

Microsoft Confirms AI Agents are Returning to Windows 11 Taskbar
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Microsoft Confirms AI Agents are Returning to Windows 11 Taskbar

18/04/2026

Microsoft is confirming that AI agents are returning to the Windows 11 taskbar. This feature, built using the Model Context Protocol, will allow users to invoke autonomous third-party agents like…

Microsoft Eliminates Telephone Activation for Windows, Mandating Online Portal
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Microsoft Eliminates Telephone Activation for Windows, Mandating Online Portal

15/04/2026

Microsoft has ended telephone activation for Windows, effective December 3, 2025, requiring all users to activate through an online portal. The change mandates an internet connection and a Microsoft account…

Windows 11 Insider Builds Roll Out Significant Storage and Performance Improvements
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Windows 11 Insider Builds Roll Out Significant Storage and Performance Improvements

13/04/2026

Microsoft has released significant storage and performance improvements in Windows 11 Insider builds (Dev 26300.8170 and Beta 26220.8165). Key updates include faster performance when accessing disk properties and raising the…

Microsoft tests new pause feature, giving users greater control over Windows 11 updates
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Microsoft tests new pause feature, giving users greater control over Windows 11 updates

13/04/2026

Microsoft is testing a new Windows 11 update feature allowing users to select a specific date to pause updates. This replaces the old five-week limit and grants unprecedented control over…

Microsoft Edge and Copilot’s Design Overlap Signals Major UI Refresh in 2026
Microsoft Technology

Microsoft Edge and Copilot’s Design Overlap Signals Major UI Refresh in 2026

13/04/2026

Microsoft Edge is reportedly undergoing a major UI facelift in 2026, adopting a softer, rounded design closely matching Copilot. This change reflects Edge’s new placement under the Microsoft AI team.

Microsoft Overhauls Windows Insider Program to Improve Predictability
Microsoft Technology

Microsoft Overhauls Windows Insider Program to Improve Predictability

11/04/2026

Microsoft is revamping its Windows Insider Program to simplify testing previews and improve stability. Expect streamlined channels and data-preserving in-place upgrades, making advanced Windows testing much easier than before. Discover…

Microsoft Scales Back Copilot Presence in Windows 11 Core Apps
Microsoft Technology

Microsoft Scales Back Copilot Presence in Windows 11 Core Apps

11/04/2026

Microsoft is scaling back Copilot's visible presence across core Windows 11 apps, like Notepad and Snipping Tool. This strategic shift aims to make AI integration less aggressive and more discreet.…

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