GitHub Acquired by Microsoft Amid CEO Departure

Aug 11, 2025
Tom's Hardware
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Summary

In a major tech industry shakeup, Microsoft acquires the once-independent coding platform GitHub as its CEO resigns, folding the popular programming site into Microsoft's 'CoreAI' team and raising questions about its future direction under the tech giant's control.

Key Points

  • GitHub folds into Microsoft following CEO resignation
  • Former independent programming site now part of Microsoft's 'CoreAI' team
  • Future of GitHub uncertain as it loses independence under Microsoft control

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