Microsoft will host its Build 2026 developer conference from June 2 through June 3, 2026, with CEO Satya Nadella delivering the keynote at 12:30 PM ET / 9:30 AM PT on June 2 [1, 2]. The event will emphasize how Microsoft is creating new opportunities for developers in the growing AI era [1, 2].
No sessions or announcements related to Xbox or gaming have been confirmed for Build 2026 [1]. Instead, the focus will remain on artificial intelligence and developer tools. The conference will be streamed on Microsoft’s YouTube channel, and other sessions will require free registration [1, 2].
In April 2026, Microsoft and OpenAI formalized a more open partnership that redesigned the enterprise Copilot experience and eliminated some AI assistants from certain apps [2]. This collaboration signals Microsoft’s deepening investment in AI technologies.
Microsoft Executive Vice President Pavan Davuluri teased "something new for developers," alongside an image hinting at upcoming hardware. He remarked, "Something new is coming for developers. And no, it's not a new OS version 😅," implying a hardware reveal separate from Windows updates [2].
The company recently announced the Surface Laptop Ultra, powered by Nvidia’s RTX Spark superchip. This device may be showcased during Build 2026, further signaling Microsoft’s push into high-performance AI-capable hardware [1].
The conference is expected to showcase new AI-driven tools and hardware designed to accelerate developer productivity and innovation as AI becomes more central across Microsoft’s products and services.
