Microsoft’s Build 2026 kicks off Tuesday, June 2, at 12:30 PM ET. CEO Satya Nadella will open the event with a keynote that spotlights AI opportunities for developers. Attendees can follow the live stream on YouTube or read Engadget’s real‑time liveblog. The conference also pushes updates to the Microsoft blog as new announcements roll out.

Microsoft has shifted its AI strategy after backlash over Windows 11, tightening its partnership with OpenAI and redesigning Copilot for enterprise while pulling the assistant from some apps. The company hints that Build 2026 will introduce agentic AI models that differ from last year’s releases, reshaping how developers integrate AI into their workflows.

Hardware buzz surrounds the event, with rumors that NVIDIA is developing Arm‑based chips to rival Qualcomm and that Microsoft might partner on the platform. Pavan Davuluri teased a new developer‑focused device, and both NVIDIA and Windows accounts posted Computex coordinates, hinting at a “new era of PC” launch alongside the conference.

The full schedule, including talks, demos, and labs, is live on Microsoft’s website. Developers and enthusiasts can track the event’s progress through the liveblog, stream, or blog updates, ensuring they miss no reveal. Microsoft’s Build 2026 will define the next chapter of AI‑centric development tools and hardware integration.