In a developing story that intertwines artificial intelligence with user privacy, Microsoft has recently refuted claims that its Connected Experiences feature in Word and Excel is switched to "enabled by default" for data scraping purposes. The feature supposedly allows Microsoft to harness user...
In a groundbreaking announcement at Microsoft Ignite 2024, Dot Inc. has launched a pioneering app named Dot Vista, aimed specifically at enhancing visual accessibility for the visually impaired. Developed in collaboration with Microsoft and Hanyang University, Dot Vista is set to debut on...
As the dust settles after the recent Microsoft Ignite 2024 conference, a sense of deflation hangs in the air, especially for those who were hoping for groundbreaking innovations. Instead of the anticipated electric surge of excitement, attendees found themselves doused with what felt like a...
In an era where technology meets retail, the alliance between Coles Group and Microsoft marks a significant step forward in digital transformation, highlighting the growing significance of artificial intelligence in consumer shopping experiences. With a strategic five-year agreement unveiled...
In the ever-evolving landscape of technology and innovation, few companies are making waves quite like Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ: MSFT). Renowned for its powerful software offerings, cloud services, and cutting-edge hardware, Microsoft now stands at the forefront of the artificial...
In a move that highlights Microsoft's continued push to integrate artificial intelligence (AI) into its platforms, the company has rolled out a preview of Windows Recall, a groundbreaking feature aimed to revolutionize how users interact with and revisit their screen activity. But this isn’t...
Microsoft has started testing its new AI-driven Recall feature on Windows Insiders in the Dev Channel, but it’s not rolling out quietly. The controversial tool is paired with another innovation, Click to Do, which adds even more functionality to the already powerful suite included with Copilot...
Windows 11 is once again breaking new ground with “Recall,” its latest AI-powered feature that is now being made available for public testing. If you’ve been following Microsoft’s steady march into the realm of artificial intelligence (remember the Bing Chat AI frenzy and the introduction of AI...
On November 22, 2024, Gebeya, a Pan-African SaaS marketplace juggernaut, announced a major milestone: their acceptance into Microsoft’s prestigious ISV Success Program and Azure’s Startup Program. Let’s unwrap what this technological alliance means for Gebeya, Microsoft, and the rapidly evolving...
November 22, 2024, might just be a pivotal day to circle on your calendar if you're tracking the industrial digital transformation movement. Hexagon's Asset Lifecycle Intelligence division announced a major collaboration with Microsoft to bring the HxGN SDx2 platform to the forefront of...
Generative AI is more than just a buzzword of our times—it's a roaring tidal wave reshaping industries by the second. Yet, as the promise of AI unfolds gloriously, it introduces a sinister reality: cybersecurity threats that can evolve as rapidly as their countermeasures. Windows, the backbone...
In the latest installment of Windows Weekly, Leo Laporte, Richard Campbell, and Paul Thurrott break down some of the hottest topics in the world of Microsoft and beyond, offering insights that are sure to resonate with Windows enthusiasts and IT professionals alike. Episode 908, amusingly titled...
Ah, Microsoft—always a trendsetter when it comes to nudging (or perhaps shoving) its users towards new horizons. This time around, the company has opted for a bolder strategy, taking the upgrade hustle to a whole new level. Windows 10 users are now being greeted by in-your-face, full-screen...
The Backdrop: Microsoft's Azure Stumbles
Microsoft, a tech titan that practically invented the modern digital workplace, has hit a bump in its cloud journey. While reporting its financial outcomes for the fiscal fourth-quarter in 2024, Microsoft’s Azure cloud services revenue fell short of...
When you picture the intertwining of cloud computing and telecommunications, household names like Microsoft and Nokia probably come to mind. But here's something you might not have seen coming—a new chapter in their partnership. Nokia has just struck a deal to extend its existing supply contract...
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Nokia has inked a landmark five-year deal with Microsoft Azure, an announcement that reverberates through the world of cloud infrastructure. Featuring a cutting-edge focus on SONiC (Software for Open Networking in the Cloud)-based routers and switches, this collaboration is poised to...
In a groundbreaking move, Rubrik and Microsoft have unveiled a cyber resilience solution tailored for Azure Blob Storage. Designed to cater to the ever-growing demands of unstructured cloud data management, this innovative tool is making waves in Australia and New Zealand. But the implications...
In a significant move for tech entrepreneurship in Africa, Gebeya Inc., an Ethiopian-based digital talent firm, has recently joined Microsoft's Independent Software Vendor (ISV) Success Program and the Azure Startup Program. This partnership not only underscores Gebeya's commitment to pioneering...
In what can only be described as a meteorological phenomenon in the stock market universe, C3.ai's stock (symbol: AI) took off like a rocket, climbing more than 24% during yesterday's trading session. The jet fuel propelling this surge? A newly expanded partnership with none other than tech...
In a move that is sure to excite data enthusiasts and enterprises leaning into AI, Informatica has launched several advanced capabilities aimed at enhancing the synergies between AI and analytics within the Microsoft Azure ecosystem. Announced on November 19, 2024, these innovations are designed...