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India stands at the cusp of a digital revolution, with artificial intelligence positioned as a key driver of its next wave of growth. Recent years have seen a rapid surge in AI research, deployment, and policy initiatives across the subcontinent. The latest boost comes from a strategic...

The launch of Microsoft’s Indonesia Central cloud region is a watershed moment not just for Southeast Asia, but for the global race to modernize, secure, and energize digital economies in the age of AI. Long considered an emerging market, Indonesia is now propelled into the global cloud...

In a world where technology and the environment are so frequently pitched as antagonists, the concept of “talking to trees” might sound like digital fantasy or eco-utopian marketing. And yet, at one of Britain’s most prestigious horticultural events—the Chelsea Flower Show—this very idea became...

The world’s technological terrain has shifted with seismic magnitude every decade or so, but few shifts have been as profound—or as rapid—as the artificial intelligence (AI) transformation sweeping through economies and workplaces across the globe. Nowhere is this wave more dynamic than in...

In a landmark move underscoring both commitment and confidence in Africa’s digital future, Microsoft has pledged a fresh investment of R5.4 billion in South Africa, aimed at supercharging the nation’s artificial intelligence capabilities and expanding the backbone of cloud infrastructure. This...

The bustling landscape of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is no stranger to digital transformation, and with the region’s tech-forward momentum comes a sharpened focus on cybersecurity. In a pivotal announcement at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, du, a prominent UAE-based telecom and digital...

The grand unveiling of Microsoft's latest India Development Center (IDC) in Noida marks a significant milestone not only for the multinational tech giant but also for the broader landscape of technological investment in India. Uttar Pradesh’s Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's presence at the...

South Korea’s breakneck AI transformation is less a sci-fi spectacle than a remarkably pragmatic and inclusive masterclass in deploying next-generation tech at a national scale. While the rest of the world juggles doom-prophecies and utopian daydreams, Korea appears to have read the (Microsoft)...

In the heart of a region renowned for its rich tapestry of tradition, ambition, and sand that gets just about everywhere, a quiet revolution is underway. The gears of Saudi Arabia’s digital future have started spinning faster, and the hum of innovation is growing louder, thanks to a strategic...

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...

Itron and Microsoft are joining forces to revolutionize utility operations by harnessing the power of generative AI. In this bold collaboration, Itron’s Intelligent Edge Operating System (IEOS) is set to be enhanced with Microsoft’s Copilot technology—powered by the Microsoft Azure OpenAI...

On November 15, 2024, a significant partnership was announced between Microsoft and the Netherlands Organization for Applied Scientific Research, known as TNO. This collaboration focuses on advancing urban strategy through the incorporation of digital twin technology, providing innovative...

The world of IoT is more exciting than ever, transforming every business on the planet, and that transformation is accelerating. Advances in AI and ML are helping companies across industries gain efficiencies; reduce downtime, waste, and errors; and improve customer satisfaction by harnessing...