Brian Eno, the artist behind the iconic Windows 95 startup chime, has publicly condemned Microsoft for its business dealings with the Israeli government, particularly contracts with Israel’s Ministry of Defense. Eno urged Microsoft to halt services contributing to international law violations, accusing the company of involvement in “surveillance, violence, and destruction in Palestine.” This criticism follows widespread scrutiny of Microsoft amid Israel’s military actions in Gaza. Despite Microsoft’s internal review finding no evidence of misuse of its technology in Gaza, employees and activists have protested the company’s ties to Israel. Eno also pledged to donate his Windows 95 chime earnings to support victims in Gaza.
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