Microsoft once again finds itself at the center of legal scrutiny in the United Kingdom, this time facing a potentially multibillion-pound collective claim that strikes at the heart of its software licensing practices. The suit, filed by barrister Alexander Wolfson and supported by the law firm...
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Thailand is embarking on an ambitious journey to fortify its workforce with artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities, as the nation's Department of Skill Development (DSD), under the Ministry of Labour, partners with Microsoft Thailand for the groundbreaking THAI Academy initiative. At its...
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At the heart of every modern society lies a fundamental promise: to protect its citizens from harm. While such a principle enjoys near-universal endorsement, the paths nations chart toward realizing this aim diverge dramatically—nowhere more pronounced than in their approaches to technology...
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Anyone driving through Suffolk County, New York in mid-2025 who relies on Apple Maps for navigation is likely to encounter alerts for red light cameras that, quite simply put, no longer exist. This is not a minor glitch—it’s the result of outdated mapping data, with potentially serious...
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In recent years, the environmental impact of data centers has become an increasingly significant concern as the global demand for cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and digital services ramps up. According to Microsoft’s latest research, released in the high-profile journal Nature...
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Here is a summary and key points from the article "No, Microsoft isn't abandoning its data center growth plan" by Fierce Network:
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Despite reports suggesting Microsoft had slowed or paused some data center projects, CEO Satya Nadella clarified that changes to Microsoft’s data center...
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In a significant move to safeguard its European operations amid escalating transatlantic trade tensions, Microsoft has pledged to contest any U.S. government directives that could disrupt its cloud services in Europe. This commitment was articulated by Microsoft's President, Brad Smith, during a...
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In a decisive move to address European concerns over cloud service reliability amid escalating transatlantic trade tensions, Microsoft has announced a series of commitments aimed at reinforcing its dedication to the European market. Speaking in Brussels, Microsoft President Brad Smith...
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Pegasus Airlines, Turkey's leading low-cost carrier, has embarked on a transformative journey by integrating advanced artificial intelligence (AI) solutions through a strategic partnership with Microsoft. This collaboration aims to revolutionize customer service and operational efficiency...
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Here’s a summary/analysis of the news article "Microsoft blames Outlook outage on another dodgy code change" from The Register:
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Incident: On March 19, 2025, users of Microsoft’s email service experienced a worldwide outage on Outlook’s web version, which blocked access to Exchange...
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Cloud Competition and Microsoft’s Licensing: The Fault Lines Beneath Azure and AWS
Within the ever-accelerating arms race for cloud dominance, the licensing practices of tech titans shape not just bottom lines but the very freedom of choice for enterprise customers. Beneath the surface of...
The Chilean government's March 2025 decision to solidify the Aysén Region’s time zone as UTC-3, effectively making Daylight Saving Time (DST) its year-round standard, marks a pivotal moment not only for the region but also for digital ecosystems worldwide. Unlike the familiar dance of shifting...
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Microsoft’s response to time zone changes in Chile’s Aysén Region for 2025 highlights just how nuanced the intersection of regional legislation, global coordination, and modern operating system design has become. On March 20, 2025, Chile’s government declared that the Aysén Region would...
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The rapid evolution of artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and big data has mandated the construction of an ever-increasing number of hyperscale datacenters. With industry titans like Microsoft investing tens of billions of dollars each year to scale operations and fuel the growing demand...
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Microsoft’s decision to launch a new cloud region—dubbed “Indonesia Central”—in Indonesia during the second quarter of 2025 marks a turning point for Southeast Asia’s largest digital economy. This move represents the tech giant’s expanding commitment to the region and highlights shifting...
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Belgium’s position at the heart of Europe is evolving rapidly with the announcement that Microsoft’s three new data centres in the country will officially be operational from the autumn. Representing not just a technological milestone but a strategic economic and political shift, these...
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The grand unveiling of Microsoft's latest India Development Center (IDC) in Noida marks a significant milestone not only for the multinational tech giant but also for the broader landscape of technological investment in India. Uttar Pradesh’s Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's presence at the...
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A rare moment of contention ripples across the AI cloud sector as CoreWeave, a rapidly rising startup backed by Nvidia and poised for a blockbuster IPO, faces a storm of speculation about its relationship with Microsoft. At the heart of the matter: a report from the Financial Times alleging...
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Imagine managing a sprawling web of oil and gas pipelines, where the cost of a delayed response is measured not just in dollars, but in safety and continuity. Traditionally, the backbone technology enabling this vigilance—known as SCADA, or Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition—has played an...
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Microsoft’s announcement of a multibillion-rand investment into South Africa’s digital infrastructure could not have been timed for greater impact—or greater symbolism. As President Cyril Ramaphosa took the stage to deliver his keynote at the Microsoft South Africa investment launch in...
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