Microsoft restores streamer Joshua Khane’s compromised Microsoft account, after he said hackers deleted access to about 25 years of data. Khane, who uses Microsoft services including Xbox and OneDrive, reported that the account loss included personal files such as family and baby photos and also affected purchases tied to his account, which he estimated amounted to thousands of euros or dollars in digital games. According to reporting, the incident involved hacking and an account suspension that he said led to his data being removed or inaccessible.
After Khane’s complaint spread on social media, Microsoft intervenes and restores the account. Sources say Microsoft returned his account and data, including important personal photos and games. Khane expresses gratitude for the recovery, but also raises concerns about Microsoft’s initial handling, including an early message that the suspension or outcome was irreversible. He also credits the online community for helping bring attention to the issue. The case is discussed in the broader context of digital ownership and how platform decisions affect long-term access to purchased content.
