By TOI Tech Desk
Publication Date: 2026-01-17 04:34:00
Microsoft is shutting down its employee libraries in Redmond, Hyderabad, Beijing, and Dublin this week, ending a decades-old perk that gave workers access to physical books, author events, and curated reading lists—including titles personally recommended by CEO Satya Nadella.The company is replacing the libraries with what it calls an “AI-powered learning experience” through its Skilling Hub. According to The Verge, the transition also eliminates employee subscriptions to major news outlets and industry publications that staff have used for research and professional development.