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    Satya Nadella

    Satya Nadella

    CEO, Microsoft
    Birth DetailsAugust 19, 1967 | Hyderabad, India
    NationalityAmerican
    LeagueBusiness Leader
    EducationMBA, Booth School, University of Chicago
    Satya Nadella's Journey so far...
    • An alumnus of the prestigious Hyderabad Public School (HPS) that produced many business leaders, Satya Narayana Nadella travelled to the US for further studies after completing his B. Tech in Electrical Engineering from Manipal University
    • In the US he completed his Masters in Computer Science from the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee and in 1996, he received an MBA degree from the Booth School of Business in Chicago
    • After a stint with Sun Microsystems, Nadella joined Microsoft in 1992 and steadily rose through the ranks as he held leadership roles in both consumer and enterprise businesses
    • In February 2014, the Microsoft board appointed Nadella as its new CEO succeeding Steve Ballmer. Prior to his elevation, Nadella was the Executive Vice President of Microsoft’s Cloud and Enterprise group that provided the infrastructure for the company's blockbuster products like search engine Bing, Xbox gaming and Office 365 services
    • Shortly after the takeover, he reshaped the company as the software maker's prospects looked bleak and announced one of the largest layoffs in Microsoft's history as 18000 employees were asked to go
    • Nadella is credited with turning around Microsoft’s fortunes. Following his elevation as CEO he focused on new technologies like cloud computing, artificial intelligence and augmented reality. Its biggest growth happened in the cloud and it currently accounts for one-fourth of Microsoft's revenue
    • Under Nadella’s leadership, Microsoft made one of its biggest acquisitions and bought LinkedIn in 2016, a social-media network specially meant for business professionals
    • Since he became the CEO, the Microsoft stock has gained over 150% and for a brief period in December 2018, it overtook Apple to become the most valuable company. Microsoft constantly ranks among the top five most valuable companies in the world

    Before you go...
    • Satya Nadella's father was a former bureaucrat and served in the Prime Minister's Office during the tenure of PV Narasimha Rao in the 1990s. Nadella drew inspiration from his father who was an IAS officer from the 1962 batch
    • Nadella's best subject in school was history, he has co-written a book titled, Hit Refresh: The Quest to Rediscover Microsoft’s Soul and Imagine a Better Future for Everyone, in 2017
    • He got himself admitted in the weekend MBA program at Booth School; hence, for two-and-a-half years, he flew to Chicago on Friday evening, attended classes on Saturday and returned home for the workweek
    • Nadella is a cricket lover and an ardent fan of Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli

    Last Updated: 12/02/2021

    Satya Nadella News

    • Tech honchos Satya Nadella, Sundar Pichai, and others hailed India's historic win over South Africa in a nerve-wrenching final of the ICC T20 World Cup at the Kensington Oval in Barbados on Saturday.
    • Satya Nadella, CEO of Microsoft, celebrated India's thrilling victory over South Africa in the T20 World Cup final with a heartfelt tweet, emphasizing the need to expand cricket to new venues like the West Indies and USA. Nadella, known for his passion for cricket, expressed admiration for the intense final and congratulated both teams. His tweet quickly became one of his most liked posts, highlighting his deep connection to the sport. Nadella's public support for cricket reflects how the game's values of teamwork and leadership have influenced his own career trajectory.
    • It is believed that Kalki, the 10th incarnation of Lord Vishnu, will ascend on earth to end the era of disbelief, and degeneration & usher in the Golden Age of Satya Yuga, which will promote righteousness & moral conduct. The arrival of Kalki is a highly debated topic among Hindus. This messianic figure is foretold to appear at the end of Kaliyuga, an era characterized by deceit, sin, and immorality, and to initiate Satya Yuga, a period of righteousness. Scholars do not agree on the precise timeline of these events.
    • The report from data analytics firm C-Suite Comp featured two lists based on different metrics: "total compensation granted" in 2023 and "compensation actually paid." Sundar Pichai of Google and Satya Nadella of Microsoft, despite their prominent positions and successful years, did not appear on either list. Nikesh Arora is the only Indian-American to make it to the list of the top 10 highest-paid CEOs in the United States. Here's all you need to know about the Indian-origin CEO .
    • India is projected to surpass the US as the largest software developer community by 2027, with the digital economy contributing significantly to its overall economy. AI tools are revolutionizing software development, leading to substantial gains in productivity. The country's focus on early education in programming and the promotion of open-source collaboration are key factors driving this growth.
    • It took just 6.5 years for Chennai startup Agnikul Cosmos to use a rocket with a 3D-printed engine. It promises to revolutionise spacetech.
    • In 1844, USA and Canada played the first-ever international cricket match in Manhattan, 33 years before the Australia-England encounter. Canada emerged victorious. Fast forward 180 years, the same teams faced off in the first-ever cricket World Cup match on US soil on June 1, marking a significant milestone in cricket history.
    • Cricket, the world's second most popular sport, is making a play for America's attention with the International Cricket Council Men's T20 World Cup, held on American soil for the first time. Despite the in-person crowds, few American sports fans are paying attention to the sport. Cricket has been played in America since the early 18th century, but its gentlemanly pace and association with foreign powers have hindered its growth.
    • ​​As per Samsung Display Noida's February 2024 letter cited in the order, it's fully owned by Samsung Display Co (Korea), which, in turn, is 84.8% owned by Samsung Electronics Co (Korea). Section 90 of the Companies Act, 2013, typically requires companies to disclose their significant beneficial owner details to authorities.
    • When not occupied with expanding his business empire or offering insights on X, business magnate Anand Mahindra is recognized for supporting creative ventures. Recently, the Chairman of the Mahindra Group disclosed that the Chennai team at Mahindra Research Valley assisted in the development of a custom-made robotic vehicle called Bujji for the upcoming film 'Kalki 2898 AD', starring Prabhas.
    • LinkedIn is reviewing penalties totalling ₹27.1 lakh imposed by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) for alleged violation of significant beneficial owner (SBO) norms under the Companies Act, 2013. The penalties target LinkedIn India, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella, LinkedIn CEO Ryan Roslansky, and seven others. The Registrar of Companies (RoC) for Delhi and Haryana found the company and officials liable for penal action due to their failure to identify SBOs. Nadella and Roslansky are identified as SBOs, facing penalties for non-reporting. Section 90 of the Companies Act mandates SBO disclosure.
    • LinkedIn is reviewing penalties imposed by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs for violating SBO norms. The Rs 27.1 lakh fines target LinkedIn India, Microsoft's CEO Satya Nadella, CEO Ryan Roslansky, and others. The order requires disclosure of significant beneficial owners, penalizing non-compliance. Appeal options are available within 60 days.
    • In its order, reviewed by ET, the Registrar of Companies for the national capital region of Delhi and Haryana under the MCA said the company and the officials are liable for penal action for "failure to take necessary steps as per section 90-4A (of the Companies Act) to identify the SBO in relation to the company".
    • According to the order, the company and its officers are liable for action for the failure to take necessary steps to identify the SBO in relation to the company.
    • Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella introduced "Recall," an AI tool that continuously takes screenshots to enhance productivity by providing a photographic memory-like capability. Elon Musk criticized the tool for privacy concerns, calling it a "Black Mirror episode." Despite Microsoft's assurances of robust privacy settings, the tool has sparked significant public backlash and ongoing debates about ethical AI use.
    • Sundar Pichai and Satya Nadella emphasize India's potential in AI development to boost productivity and drive economic growth, highlighting the transformative impact of AI on various sectors including services exports, education, and workforce development.
    • Cannes 2024 Live Streaming: The 77th edition of the Cannes Film Festival will unfold at the renowned Palais des Festivals et des Congrès in Cannes, France, a venue famously christened by Martin Scorsese. Over this duration, an eclectic array of films from various categories will grace the festival's program. The opening ceremony is scheduled for Monday, featuring the debut screening of Quentin Duplex's 'The Second Act'.
    • The emergence of AI technologies like Rabbit r1 and Ai Pin marks a significant shift from smartphones to AI-based devices. This shift poses a challenge to industry giants like Apple and Google, pushing them to adapt to the evolving landscape of technology.
    • Sajjad Lone, who was a part of separatist conglomerate Hurriyat Conference till assassination of his father in early 2000, also said that his attempt to stake claim to form a government in 2018 after the BJP withdrew support to PDP led by Mehbooba Mufti was "not serious".
    • The board will develop recommendations for the transportation sector, pipeline and power grid operators, internet service providers and others to "prevent and prepare for AI-related disruptions to critical services that impact national or economic security, public health, or safety."
    • Time 100 most influential people 2024: Indians including alia bhatt, dev patel, sakshi malik, satya nadella and other indians in Time 100 list
    • ​Time's '100 Most Influential People of 2024' also includes US Department of Energy's Loan Programmes Office director Jigar Shah, Professor of Astronomy and Professor of Physics at Yale University Priyamvada Natarajan; Indian-origin restaurateur Asma Khan; as well as Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny's widow Yulia Navalnaya.
    • World Bank President Ajay Banga, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella, Olympian wrestler Sakshi Malik, and actor-director Dev Patel have been named among Time's 100 most influential people in the world for 2024. Banga has been praised by US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen for his efforts in transforming the institution and his vision of creating a world free of poverty.
    • UP CM Yogi Adityanath, in a rally at Aligarh, emphasized his government's efforts in ensuring safety for women and the public by cracking down on criminals. He highlighted the improvement in law and order, citing the ability of daughters to safely go out at night. Yogi urged support for BJP candidate Satish Gautam and stressed the need for re-electing Narendra Modi for continued development.
    • A tenet on turning ten. As ETPanache toasts its 10th anniversary, corporate bosses share why laughter, learning and loving the job are some of their top commandments
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