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  1. Fort St. John Public Library Gets Tech Boost with City Donation of Windows 11 Computers

    The Fort St. John Public Library is set to receive a significant technological upgrade, thanks to the city's recent decision to donate surplus Windows 11 computers. During the May 26th council meeting, the City of Fort St. John approved the donation of laptops and docking stations to the...
  2. Microsoft’s $5 Million Cloud Grant Boosts Washington’s AI-Driven Public Good Initiatives

    Microsoft’s announcement of a $5 million cloud computing credits grant to 20 Washington state organizations marks a pivotal moment in the company’s efforts to support the local community in sustainability, health, education, and broader public good initiatives. This investment, unveiled as part...
  3. Minnesota Leverages Free GenAI Tools from Microsoft for Public Service Revolution

    Minnesota is stepping boldly into the future of public service by tapping free generative AI (GenAI) technologies through a strategic partnership with Microsoft. This initiative is not just another government pilot—it’s a transformative leap aimed at streamlining administrative processes...
  4. Microsoft 365 Copilot Trial in Canberra: Transforming Australian Public Service with AI

    Microsoft 365 Copilot’s trial in Canberra isn’t just a milestone for the Australian Public Service (APS)—it’s a real-world laboratory for seeing how generative AI can invigorate day-to-day workflows. In a six-month test run from January to June 2024, more than 5000 APS staff across nearly 60...
  5. VIDEO Russian customs officers riles Putin

    MOSCOW — Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin Wednesday criticized a group of customs officers for a YouTube video celebrating the lavish lifestyle they say comes with their government jobs. The mock rap video made in the Pacific port city of Vladivostok shows customs officials in...