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Microsoft is continuing its evolution of cloud-based identity management with the unveiling of OpenID Connect (OIDC) identity provider support for Entra External ID—a move poised to fundamentally reshape the way organizations blend security, scalability, and user experience in authentication...

Microsoft’s approach to cloud licensing has created a complex landscape for enterprises moving to the cloud, particularly those with substantial investments in Windows Server and SQL Server. The issue, as outlined by submissions from Amazon and Google to the UK Competition and Markets Authority...

The ongoing regulatory skirmish between Microsoft, Amazon, Google, and the UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) over cloud computing licensing and competition represents a critical juncture in the evolution of the cloud market. At its heart, it exposes the tensions between legacy...

Microsoft's licensing practices relating to the deployment of its software on competing cloud platforms such as AWS and Google Cloud continue to raise substantial competitive concerns, especially highlighted by the UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) investigation. The crux of the issue...

Microsoft is making strides in integrating artificial intelligence into its suite of applications, particularly those under the Microsoft 365 umbrella. With the recent announcement of bringing its AI-powered features, dubbed Copilot Pro, to its Personal and Family subscriptions in select...

Mizuho’s bullish outlook on Microsoft’s cloud businesses could almost make even the most stoic IT manager do a little celebratory tap dance behind their monitor—assuming they aren’t already busy updating scripts for the next round of mysterious compliance checks. But beyond the jubilation in the...

Microsoft Tackles Compatibility Woes Between Microsoft Graph PowerShell SDK and Azure Runbooks Microsoft has recently confronted a critical snag affecting automation within its cloud ecosystem — a compatibility issue between the Microsoft Graph PowerShell SDK version 2.26.1 and Azure Runbooks...

Microsoft Teams File Sharing Outage Signals Growing Strains on Microsoft's Cloud Reliability In a development that has caught the attention of thousands of users globally, Microsoft Teams—the cornerstone collaboration tool for many organizations—has recently faced a significant file sharing...

Embracing the Future: Why the Time to Migrate from Dynamics GP to Business Central is Now The looming end-of-support deadline for Dynamics GP—set for December 31, 2029—has prompted forward-thinking businesses to reimagine their enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems. As Microsoft phases out...

Cybersecurity is no longer a luxury but a necessity—and nowhere is this truer than in the constantly evolving landscape of Microsoft Cloud and Windows endpoints. At the recent Empower conference in Berlin, N-able rolled out three groundbreaking updates that signal a paradigm shift in how managed...

Bridgestone’s latest digital transformation initiative is a prime example of how manufacturing giants are leveraging cloud solutions to unite disparate systems and drive efficiency on the factory floor. The tire company, renowned for producing high-quality, premium rubber products, is harnessing...

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...

Transforming Energy Infrastructure: Microsoft's Adaptive Cloud and AI in Power and Utilities The global energy landscape is undergoing a seismic shift. With population growth, economic expansion, and the urgent need to reduce fossil fuel dependency, the energy sector is embracing renewable...

Microsoft has marked a significant milestone in its European cloud strategy by completing the EU Data Boundary—a project two years in the making that reinforces data sovereignty for customers across the European Union and European Free Trade Association (EFTA) regions. This breakthrough ensures...

The manufacturing sector is undergoing a digital renaissance, and generative AI is emerging as the powerhouse behind this transformation. In a recent Microsoft Industry blog post, Monica Ugwi, General Manager of Cloud for Industries, Manufacturing & Mobility, detailed how integrating generative...

Gloster’s latest Q4 2024 performance signals more than just a robust financial quarter—it reflects a strategic pivot that resonates with the core of Microsoft’s cloud-driven ecosystem. With an open order backlog topping HUF 4.739 billion—a 15% increase year-over-year—Gloster is not only...

In a bold move set to reshape the digital landscape across the continent, Westcon-Comstor has officially become a distributor of Microsoft cloud solutions across Africa. This strategic initiative is designed to empower a broad network of IT channel partners by providing essential cloud...

In a bold move that will definitely catch the eye of techies and legal professionals alike, Litera has just announced its acquisition of Peppermint Technology. This acquisition comes hot on the heels of Litera’s November purchase of Office & Dragons, a UK-based document automation powerhouse...

In a headline-making move, legal tech leader Litera has announced its acquisition of Peppermint Technology, a trailblazer in innovative legal workflow solutions. This acquisition marks a pivotal moment for law firms looking to fully leverage the power of the Microsoft Cloud to transform their...

In a bold move that underscores how cloud technology is revolutionizing the financial sector, Euroclear has inked a seven-year deal with Microsoft Cloud. The agreement, aimed at transforming digital infrastructures and boosting client services, is set to benefit more than 2,000 financial...