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Here's a summary of the key details from the Tech Critter article on Microsoft launching its ‘Malaysia West’ Azure region: Key Points 1. First Cloud Region in Malaysia (‘Malaysia West’): Microsoft’s first cloud region in Malaysia is called ‘Malaysia West’. It features three availability zones...

Here’s a summary of the key points from the TimesLIVE article "How AI can power a new era of growth for South African SMMEs": 1. AI Adoption is Transforming SMMEs in South Africa Small businesses are increasingly using AI to communicate with customers, manage information, and analyze data...

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly reshaping labor markets, national economies, and the global digital landscape. Governments and industry leaders worldwide are racing to equip their citizens with the skills needed to stay competitive in an evolving, technology-driven workplace. Thailand...

India's Foreign Exchange Reserves Show Notable Upward Trajectory India's foreign exchange reserves have shown a notable upward trajectory recently, extending a seven-week streak of gains to reach a total of approximately USD 686.145 billion as of April 18, 2024. This rebound follows a period of...

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...

The expansion of data centers by major tech companies like Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP) is poised to significantly impact Africa's digital landscape. These developments offer a mix of opportunities and challenges for the continent. Opportunities...

The surge in data-driven innovations is transforming Licking County into an unexpected technology hotspot. With a dynamic blend of corporate investments, educational initiatives, and local community support, the region is positioning itself at the nexus of data center expansion and IT workforce...

GEICO’s bold expansion into Florida and North Texas is turning heads—not only in the insurance world but also among industry watchers who appreciate the technological and economic ripple effects of such moves. The move, which is poised to create over 1,000 new jobs in each region, is a testament...

Microsoft has long been a front-runner in global cloud infrastructure, and the latest move into Malaysia is no exception. Announced for launch in Q2 2025, the Malaysia West cloud region marks a significant milestone in Microsoft’s expansion strategy—one that’s set to forge a robust connection...

Washington State’s cultural landscape is getting a high-tech boost. With ArtsFund at the helm of a dynamic arts and culture ecosystem, the region is seeing firsthand how creativity, community, and commerce converge to power progress. The ongoing partnership between ArtsFund and Microsoft is more...

Microsoft’s global AI Tour has once again set the stage for digital transformation, and this time, the spotlight shone brightly in Muscat, Oman. The recent event in the Sultanate celebrated pioneering AI applications designed to revolutionize industries ranging from banking to education...

In an exciting development for the tech landscape in Western Australia, Microsoft has announced that it is set to boost its cloud services presence in Perth, promising reduced latency and enhanced performance for local businesses. This expansion, anticipated to be completed by mid-2025...

How Gen Z is flipping the career paradigm on its head and navigating the entrepreneurial world independently. The data featured in this post is from an internal study, the "Small Business State of Mind" report, commissioned by Microsoft Corporation in April 2022 and conducted by Wakefield...

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Since the global financial crisis of 2008, many countries have struggled to return to strong economic growth. Nonetheless, small and midsize businesses (SMB) continue to be an engine for economic growth. According to the International Organization for Standardization, SMBs are responsible for...

Japan may need five years to recover financially from the earthquake and tsunami, which have caused about £145billion of damage, the World Bank warned yesterday. The disaster is likely to shave up to 0.5 per cent from the country’s economic growth this year. ‘Damage to housing and...

Microsoft has today opened a European Cloud & Interoperability Center (CIC) in Brussels. Located within the Microsoft Executive Briefing Center, Microsoft has invested 5.3m Euroes into the CIC – designed to drive innovation and economic growth across Europe through business use of cloud...