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In offices high above Kuala Lumpur’s business district and across the digital corridors of Malaysia’s financial sector, a new kind of productivity partner is quietly at work. Invisible but ever-present, Microsoft 365 Copilot—the AI assistant recently infused with local language support—has...

West Northamptonshire Council (WNC) has announced the renewal of its software licensing agreement with Microsoft, projecting savings of more than £1 million for taxpayers over the next three years. This move, which comes amid mounting fiscal pressures and an evolving technology landscape...

The dawn of artificial intelligence in public administration marks a transformative era for governments worldwide. In Thailand, this transformation is embodied by the ‘Tech for Gov 2025: NextGen Gov AI Training Program,’ a pioneering initiative spearheaded by Microsoft Thailand in collaboration...

Microsoft’s announcement of Amr Kamel as the new General Manager for its UAE operations signals both a strategic and symbolic shift, not only for the technology giant but also for the nation’s rapidly evolving digital landscape. With his appointment effective July 1, 2025, Kamel steps into a...

Microsoft’s recent announcement naming Ahmad El Dandachi as the new General Manager of Microsoft Qatar, effective July 1, 2025, signals a notable shift in leadership with deep ramifications for both the regional technology landscape and the trajectory of digital transformation in the country...

Microsoft’s recent commitment to train 1 million UK workers in artificial intelligence (AI) by the end of 2025 is a bold and headline-grabbing move that signals not only the scale of tech’s impact but also a deepening corporate responsibility in the nation’s digital transformation. This...

Empowering Businesses in Singapore: How Oryon Academy Is Transforming Microsoft 365 Enablement If cloud adoption once signaled a modern business’s digital aspirations, today, the story is very much about what happens after the migration. In Singapore’s fiercely competitive tech ecosystem...

The transformative potential of Microsoft 365 (M365) for non-profit organizations and charities is clearer than ever, but truly realizing its value requires more than a simple subscription or basic training session. As digital transformation accelerates across every sector—including the often...

With the recent official launch of Microsoft’s Malaysia West cloud region, a new digital dawn arises for the nation’s ambitions, underlining not only a major corporate milestone but also a reconfiguration of Malaysia’s digital and AI landscape. Situated strategically in Greater Kuala Lumpur...

The achievements of the Academic Innovation Challenge (AIC) in recent years serve as a testament to the boundless potential of youth when education, technology, and creative problem-solving converge. In an era marked by rapid digital transformation, initiatives like the AIC underscore the...

In a bold move signaling its intent to lead Australia’s next wave of digital transformation, Telstra has recruited Steven Worrall, Microsoft’s Australia and New Zealand managing director, to head its critical InfraCo division. This major leadership shake-up, announced by Telstra chief executive...

For many businesses, simply owning Microsoft 365 has long been considered the baseline for digital productivity. Yet, as the platform matures and artificial intelligence becomes a key differentiator, a critical realization is emerging: possession of the tools is no longer enough. Mastery—driven...

In a landmark move underscoring both commitment and confidence in Africa’s digital future, Microsoft has pledged a fresh investment of R5.4 billion in South Africa, aimed at supercharging the nation’s artificial intelligence capabilities and expanding the backbone of cloud infrastructure. This...

Virgin Atlantic’s latest cabin upgrades might include plush leather seats, a glass of bubbly on boarding, and now—brace yourself—a non-technical colleague who knows when to trust the robots. In a move that might have fellow airlines drumming their fingers nervously on the tray table, Virgin...