Microsoft issues emergency Windows fix
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Microsoft has confirmed that the Windows 11 January 2026 Update is causing at least three major issues, rolling out fixes for two bugs.
Windows update KB5074109 is linked to black screen and freezing issues on Nvidia systems, with users awaiting a driver or Microsoft fix.
When you open up Edge on Windows 11, you'll see a vast array of tiles showing news headlines and sponsored ads. For the most part, the tiles are influenced by how you personalize your content choices and also by Microsoft's AI. For example, if you click on a lot of crime news, you might start getting more crime news.
Windows 11 KB5074109 causes a black screen on some PCs, including those with an Nvidia GPU, and also freezes Outlook if you use POP.
Windows 11 KB5074109 causes Outlook freezing for POP accounts. Microsoft confirms the issue and investigates a permanent fix.