Over the past decade, East Africa has witnessed a transformative journey in bridging its connectivity gap, largely driven by innovative partnerships and technological advancements. Central to this progress has been the collaboration between Microsoft and local entities, notably Mawingu, aiming...
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The landscape of data center investment has evolved dramatically as digital infrastructure becomes the backbone of global commerce, communication, and computation. Moving well beyond the monolithic models of ownership that characterized earlier decades, today’s data center market is a mosaic of...
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Here's a summary of the key points from the Fierce Network article, "No, Microsoft isn't abandoning its data center growth plan" (May 1, 2025):
Recent media reports suggested Microsoft was slowing or pausing its data center projects.
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella clarified during the company's...
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Bihar’s Deputy Chief Minister, Vijay Kumar Sinha, has ignited what may be a decisive battle in the long and contentious struggle to cleanse the Mines and Geology Department of its reputation for ‘Inspector Raj’ and ‘Mafia Raj’. For years, truck owners and transporters operating in and around...
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...
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The recent celebration in Anandpur Sahib brought together the threads of tradition, governance, and community pride during this year’s Hola Mohalla festivities, highlighting an intricate dance between heritage and modern ambition. In a vibrant display of Sikh culture and community spirit, Chief...