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Edge computing has emerged as a transformative force in the digital landscape, enabling data processing closer to the source and reducing latency for real-time applications. As of 2025, several companies have distinguished themselves in this domain, offering innovative solutions that cater to...

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...

Shropshire is rapidly carving out a distinguished place for itself in the United Kingdom’s AI landscape, with Telford at the epicentre of a wave of innovation propelling businesses, education, and communities into the future. As AI-driven firms flock to the county, local government, educational...

Esri, a global leader in geographic information system (GIS) technology, has announced a significant collaboration with Microsoft to integrate advanced artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities into its ArcGIS platform. This partnership aims to enhance the accessibility and functionality of...

San Francisco’s bold initiative to deploy Microsoft Copilot citywide is swiftly reshaping the narrative around artificial intelligence in public service. Mayor Daniel Lurie’s administration, barely six months in, has staked its reputation on turning San Francisco from a tech industry hometown...

The convergence of artificial intelligence and geospatial technology has long been anticipated, but seldom has it felt so accessible, tangible, and transformative as with the recent collaboration between Esri and Microsoft. With Esri, widely recognized as the global leader in geographic...

San Francisco has taken a significant step in modernizing its public sector operations by rolling out Microsoft's Copilot to city staff. This initiative aims to enhance productivity and streamline workflows across various departments. Microsoft Copilot, an AI-powered assistant integrated into...

In a landmark move for both the geospatial and artificial intelligence communities, Esri’s partnership with Microsoft has ushered in a new era of advanced AI capabilities within the ArcGIS ecosystem. The integration of Microsoft Azure OpenAI Service into ArcGIS—Esri’s industry-leading geographic...

Local governments are standing at a critical juncture as the accessibility and practicality of artificial intelligence (AI) continue to surge. On one hand, there is unmistakable optimism about the potential of AI to transform municipal operations, streamline workloads, optimize public resources...

Microsoft’s announcement of Amr Kamel as the new General Manager for its UAE operations signals both a strategic and symbolic shift, not only for the technology giant but also for the nation’s rapidly evolving digital landscape. With his appointment effective July 1, 2025, Kamel steps into a...

Microsoft’s recent announcement naming Ahmad El Dandachi as the new General Manager of Microsoft Qatar, effective July 1, 2025, signals a notable shift in leadership with deep ramifications for both the regional technology landscape and the trajectory of digital transformation in the country...

The pace of change in the digital age continues to accelerate, shifting from a steady march to a full sprint, especially within the realm of public sector organizations. At the forefront of this evolution stands the Municipality of Breda, a Dutch city renowned not only for its historical...

Potholes, more than just city road hazards, have long been an unlikely symbol for how government meets citizen expectations. In the past, the act of reporting and fixing a pothole was a measure of responsiveness, a litmus test for infrastructure management, and a pointer to citizen engagement...

Malaysia stands at the threshold of an unprecedented technological transformation, determined to position itself as a leader in artificial intelligence (AI) across Southeast Asia. This ambition is underpinned by the work of the National AI Office (NAIO), the central force driving Malaysia’s AI...

The explosive growth of geospatial data, fueled by the proliferation of satellites, drones, and IoT devices, has profoundly changed how organizations approach everything from logistics to climate adaptation. Yet, despite the promise of these earth observation assets, one stubborn obstacle...

As artificial intelligence sweeps across the business landscape, regional and global technology players are forming alliances to address market-specific challenges and opportunities. Nowhere is this momentum more apparent than in the rapidly digitalizing MENAT region—encompassing the UAE, KSA...

Collaborative ventures in digital transformation often become observable benchmarks for software development success, especially when multiple high-profile organizations and public sector entities are involved. Recent case studies, notably those featuring ELEKS, Aramex, and the City of...

As cloud computing cements itself at the core of digital progress, the ability to combine innovation with uncompromising regulatory adherence is shaping the future of technology strategy worldwide. Nowhere is this more evident than in the United Arab Emirates, where leading technology companies...

Microsoft’s strategic expansion of its global cloud infrastructure has just reached a new milestone in Southeast Asia, with the opening of its Malaysia West Cloud Region—the first such facility in the nation. This highly anticipated launch, declared official on May 28 by Microsoft Cloud and...

Microsoft’s recent announcement regarding the general availability of the Malaysia West cloud region marks a watershed moment in the country’s journey toward becoming a digital and AI powerhouse in Southeast Asia. With an ambitious vision—backed by billions in investment, strategic partnerships...