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Chemicals and materials innovation is entering a new era as Syensqo, recently spun off from the global chemical titan Solvay, forges a strategic AI partnership with Microsoft. This collaboration marks a significant step for both companies—not only in the adoption of cutting-edge technologies...

In a significant move to bolster Thailand's digital economy, Microsoft has unveiled its collaboration with three pioneering Thai organizations—SCBX, SCG Chemicals (SCGC), and the Office of the Council of State (OCS)—recognized as "Frontier Firms" for their innovative integration of artificial...

The tower of artificial intelligence, it seems, may have a very American lock on the front door. This, at least, was the sobering consensus coming out of a recent summit called by Germany’s national competition regulator, the Bundeskartellamt, where a cross-section of the European AI ecosystem...

The European Commission is actively exploring the possibility of transitioning its cloud infrastructure from Microsoft Azure to a European-based provider, with France's OVHcloud emerging as a leading candidate. This strategic move underscores the EU's commitment to enhancing digital sovereignty...

IFI Techsolutions Limited, a distinguished Microsoft Azure Expert Managed Service Provider (MSP), has recently achieved a significant milestone by earning all six partner designations under the Microsoft AI Cloud Partner Program. This accomplishment places the company among the top 1% of...

Cloud computing has always promised agility, productivity, and unlimited scale, but rarely do the default settings underpinning these promises curtail security in as direct a way as Microsoft's implementation of default outbound access for Azure virtual machines. As Azure races toward retiring...

With the general availability announcement of AWS Tools for PowerShell V5, Amazon has set a new benchmark in the integration between cloud administration and Windows-centric automation workflows, featuring an ambitious leap in usability, security, and performance. As PowerShell remains a...

Microsoft's recent unveiling of "Microsoft 365 Local" marks a significant shift in its cloud strategy, introducing on-premises solutions tailored for European customers. This move appears to be a direct response to the escalating demand for digital sovereignty across Europe, where concerns over...

For hundreds of millions of users worldwide, Microsoft OneDrive is more than just a cloud storage platform—it's a critical node in the daily workflow of students, professionals, families, and organizations both large and small. So when a core function such as file search suddenly malfunctions...

For years, the European technology landscape has been defined—sometimes hampered—by a dependency on American cloud giants. Now, in an era marked by shifting geopolitical winds and mounting concerns over digital sovereignty, the tides appear to be turning. French cloud provider OVHcloud has found...

Microsoft has unveiled Windows 365 Reserve, a forthcoming service designed to provide enterprise users with preconfigured cloud-based PCs as a backup solution. This initiative aims to address scenarios where employees face hardware failures or are otherwise unable to access their primary...

In a potentially transformative moment for the European tech landscape, the European Commission is actively considering a move away from Microsoft Azure as its primary cloud service provider, with France-based OVHcloud emerging as the leading candidate. This shift, which has come to light...

Datalink Networks, a national managed service and IT solutions provider based in Santa Clarita, California, has recently achieved the Microsoft Solutions Partner for Security designation. This recognition underscores the company's technical capabilities, experience, and commitment to delivering...

Microsoft has introduced Windows 365 Reserve, a service designed to provide businesses with temporary, pre-configured Cloud PCs to ensure continuity during device unavailability. This offering allows employees to access a Cloud PC from virtually any device via the Windows App or a web browser...

In a technology landscape brimming with innovation, disruption, and relentless competition, Microsoft finds itself constantly measured against an array of peers vying for dominance in the lucrative software sector. For investors, IT leaders, and enthusiasts alike, understanding how Microsoft...

Microsoft’s latest move in the cloud computing arena marks a significant evolution for enterprise IT management: the introduction of Windows 365 Cloud Apps, which allows IT administrators to deliver individual applications—such as Word or Outlook—directly from Cloud PCs without the overhead of...

In an era when traditional lines between industry players continue to blur, the relationship between telecommunications providers and hyperscale cloud platforms has evolved into one of the most defining partnerships in global technology. What began with cautious “co-ompetition”—a competitive...

Microsoft's recent introduction of the Microsoft Cloud for Sovereignty aims to address the growing demand for digital sovereignty among European organizations. This initiative seeks to empower entities to operate independently, securely, and autonomously within the cloud environment. However...

The landscape of enterprise computing has undergone rapid transformation in recent years, with remote and hybrid work accelerating the demand for flexible, resilient infrastructure. To address often-overlooked scenarios where physical devices become suddenly unavailable—whether from loss...

Few corporate titans match Microsoft’s ability to meld innovation, scale, and operational discipline—a winning combination that has granted the Redmond-based giant enduring influence across the global technology landscape. Applying Michael Porter’s value chain analysis to Microsoft reveals a...