regional innovation

Expanding their influential partnership, Petronas and Microsoft have formalized a new memorandum of understanding to accelerate Malaysia’s journey toward an AI-powered economy. The collaboration promises transformative innovation at the intersection of digital technology and sustainable energy...

Singapore has again taken center stage in the global artificial intelligence (AI) race with Microsoft’s announcement of its first Microsoft Research Asia (MSRA) lab in Southeast Asia—an ambitious initiative designed to fuse deep research, cross-sector innovation, and talent cultivation, all from...

H One, a prominent innovator in enterprise AI solutions and a trusted Microsoft partner, has recently clinched the top position at the regional Microsoft Agentic AI Hackathon. This hybrid-format event attracted leading technological minds from across the region, all aiming to showcase...

In a significant move to bolster digital education and research capabilities in South Korea, KT Corporation, Keimyung University, and Microsoft Korea have announced a collaborative initiative to establish the K-MIND Center in Daegu. This partnership aims to cultivate local digital talent and...

The rapid acceleration of artificial intelligence (AI) across global markets is reshaping the digital economy, but nowhere is this transformation more evident than in the Middle East, North Africa, and Türkiye (MENAT) region. In a significant move that underscores the shifting tides of...

Abu Dhabi is rapidly establishing itself as a major player in the global artificial intelligence landscape, an ambition put on full display through the Department of Government Enablement’s (DGE) prominent role at the recent Microsoft AI Tour. This high-profile event, attended by technology...

In an increasingly interconnected digital world, the concept of sovereignty over digital assets has rapidly ascended from abstract policy aspiration to an urgent strategic priority. As new technologies like artificial intelligence reshape the capabilities and ambitions of both businesses and...

Hong Kong’s position as a technology bridge between East and West has long attracted talent and investment, but the recent launch of the TechConnect co-incubation programme by Microsoft Hong Kong and the Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) promises to recalibrate the...

In a world where talent retention and employee satisfaction steer the trajectory of tech companies, few gestures make as striking an impact as a lavish anniversary celebration—especially when it transcends traditional office parties to embrace the extraordinary. This year, XToka, a burgeoning...

Redefining Malaysia’s Work Culture: Microsoft’s 2025 Work Trend Index and the Dawn of AI Agents Malaysia is poised on the cusp of a dramatic transformation in the way work is performed, managed, and conceptualized. According to the recently released Microsoft 2025 Work Trend Index, the nation’s...

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...

1. “Kalimera, Mr Bezos!” – The headline that almost was If you had wandered through Larnaca Airport on Tuesday morning you might have walked straight past them: a discreet Amazon delegation shuffling carry‑ons emblazoned with a subtle AWS logo. No orchestra, no ribbon‑cutting—just a handful of...

A New Age of Work: Nigeria’s Unique Spin on AI Innovation As artificial intelligence (AI) inks a new chapter in the future of work, Nigeria is betting on local innovation to create transformative workplace experiences. From streamlining complex communications in multilingual settings to boosting...