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Accenture, Microsoft and Avanade expand partnership to help organizations tackle their greatest sustainability challenges

Accenture and Microsoft, together with their joint venture Avanade, are joining forces to tackle climate change, one of the most critical and urgent challenges for both businesses and people. With…

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Microsoft scales down Russia operations due to Ukraine crisis

Microsoft Corp. is substantially reducing its business in Russia, joining the list of prominent technology firms cutting back or exiting the country altogether after the Russian invasion of Ukraine. “As…

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Microsoft renews focus on skills gap in Malta

After last year’s ICT Skills Demand and Supply Monitor by the eSkills Malta Foundation confirmed Microsoft Azure as the most common cloud platform used in Malta, Microsoft, as part of…

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Microsoft Hosts Partners Meeting, Microsoft To Keep Investing In Malta and In Its Partner Ecosystem

“Despite the uncertainty we have experienced, Microsoft is seeing a faster growth rate here in Malta and we want to keep investing more in the country’s economy. Malta is very…

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American Airlines and Microsoft partnership takes flight to create a smoother travel experience

American Airlines and Microsoft Corp. are partnering to use technology to create better, more connected experiences for customers and American Airlines team members, supporting the robust operations of the world’s…

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Self-driving startup Wayve taps Microsoft for ‘supercomputer muscle’

LONDON, May 18 (Reuters) - British startup Wayve said on Wednesday it will use supercomputer infrastructure designed for the firm by its investor Microsoft MSFT.O to process vast amounts of data as it develops…

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Microsoft collaborates with the Nigerian government to accelerate digital transformation in the country

In a joint announcement with the Government of Nigeria, Microsoft has detailed several projects aimed at intensifying the nation’s move to become a more digital economy.After extensive consultations with the…

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Microsoft announces general availability of Microsoft Defender for Business designed to boost small and medium business (SMB) security

Microsoft Corp. announced the general availability of the stand-alone version of Microsoft Defender for Business. Defender for Business brings enterprise-grade endpoint security to SMBs, including endpoint detection and response capabilities…

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Mastercard launches next-generation identity technology with Microsoft to help more consumers shop online safely

Mastercard announced the launch of an enhanced identity solution designed to improve the online shopping experience and tackle digital fraud in a new collaboration with Microsoft Corp. Now more than…

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“Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness” Custom Xbox Console and Controllers

Xbox has teamed up with Marvel Studios’ “Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness,” in U.S. theaters May 6, to create a limited-edition custom Xbox Series S console and Xbox…

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Microsoft forecasts double-digit revenue growth on cloud strength

(Reuters) - Microsoft Corp forecast double-digit revenue growth for the next fiscal year, driven by demand for cloud computing services, and its shares jumped about 4%. Microsoft forecast Intelligent Cloud revenue of $21.1 billion…

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Kraft Heinz and Microsoft join forces to accelerate supply chain innovation as part of broader digital transformation

The Kraft Heinz Company and Microsoft Corp. announced they are joining forces to develop solutions designed to accelerate the consumer goods giant’s transformation and enable a more resilient supply chain.…

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Boeing and Microsoft deepen partnership in digital aviation

Boeing Company and Microsoft Corp. announced they are deepening their strategic partnership to accelerate Boeing’s digital transformation. Through the expanded collaboration, Boeing will leverage the Microsoft Cloud and its AI…

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Microsoft says it disrupted attempted hacks by Russian spies

(Reuters) - Microsoft Corp said it had disrupted hacking attempts by Russian military spies aimed at breaking into Ukrainian, European Union, and American targets. In a blog post, the tech firm said a group it…

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Microsoft’s TEAMS is 5 Years Old, Over 270 Million Using Teams For Hybrid Work

Microsoft is marking five years since the launch of Teams which today sees over 270 million users, with the launch of new research results into how business leaders and employees…

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Microsoft completes acquisition of Nuance, ushering in new era of outcomes-based AI

Microsoft Corp announced the completion of its acquisition of Nuance Communications Inc., a leader in conversational AI and ambient intelligence across industries including healthcare, financial services, retail and telecommunications. Driven…

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Microsoft announces new research and technology to make hybrid work work

Microsoft Corp. released its second annual Work Trend Index report, “Great Expectations: Making Hybrid Work Work.” The company also announced new features across Microsoft Teams, Microsoft 365, Surface Hub and…

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Fashion retailer ASOS continues to drive forward future growth with the Microsoft Cloud

Global fashion destination ASOS has signed a new cloud agreement with Microsoft that will see the business continue to use the Microsoft Cloud as its preferred cloud platform for the…

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Chancellor of the Exchequer Rishi Sunak visits Microsoft’s UK headquarters

Rishi Sunak, the Chancellor of the Exchequer, has visited Microsoft’s UK headquarters to learn more about how the company supports and develops apprentices. The Chancellor met with Clare Barclay, Chief…

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Microsoft unveils new app store guidelines as it woos regulators on deal

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Microsoft Corp this week announced a new set of principles for its app store, including open access to developers who meet privacy and security standards, as it…

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Microsoft pledges transparency in Xbox subscriptions in Britain

Jan 26 (Reuters) - Microsoft will begin offering more information to customers about how it automatically renews Xbox online gaming subscriptions in Britain, the UK's competition watchdog said on Wednesday.…

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Microsoft offers strong forecast

Microsoft Corp forecast revenue for the current quarter broadly ahead of Wall Street targets, driven in part by its Intelligent Cloud unit. The outlook soothed concerns about growth sparked by…

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Microsoft to gobble up Activision in $69 billion metaverse bet

Microsoft Corp is buying "Call of Duty" maker Activision Blizzard for $68.7 billion in the biggest gaming industry deal in history as global technology giants stake their claims to a…

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Microsoft says it observed destructive malware in systems belonging to several Ukraine govt agencies

Jan 16 (Reuters) - Microsoft Corp said in a blog post on Saturday it observed destructive malware in systems belonging to several Ukrainian government agencies and organisations that work closely…

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Microsoft invests $50 million in alcohol-to-jet fuel biorefinery

Microsoft is investing $50 million in a LanzaJet facility in Georgia that will produce jet fuel from ethanol next year, LanzaJet said. The airline industry is considered one of the…

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Reports Microsoft has stopped making Xbox One consoles to focus on its next-generation consoles

Jan 13 (Reuters) - Microsoft Corp has stopped manufacturing all Xbox One consoles to focus on producing its next-generation consoles, the Verge reported on Thursday, citing a senior executive of…

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Microsoft hires key Apple engineer to design server chips

Microsoft Corp hired a key Apple Inc engineer to design its own chips for its servers, Bloomberg News reported, citing people with knowledge of the matter. The software giant hired…

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Qualcomm, Microsoft partner on metaverse chip for AR glasses

Qualcomm Inc said it is working with Microsoft Corp on custom chips that would control lightweight augmented reality glasses for use by both consumers and businesses for metaverse apps. At…

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AT&T to sell Xandr ad unit to Microsoft

AT&T Inc said it was selling its advertising unit, Xandr, to Microsoft, partly exiting a venture that had appeared to become expensive for the telecom company. Xandr was created in…

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Microsoft’s $16 billion Nuance bid set for EU antitrust approval

BRUSSELS, Dec 10 (Reuters) - Microsoft is set to secure unconditional EU antitrust approval for its $16 billion bid for artificial intelligence and speech technology company Nuance Communications, three people…

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Microsoft launches Teams Essentials

This week, Microsoft Corp. announced the general availability of Teams Essentials, the first-ever standalone Microsoft Teams offering, designed specifically for small businesses. Teams Essentials gives small businesses a professional and…

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Microsoft to employ more than 40 software engineers in Development Center in Serbia

Microsoft Development Center in Serbia has opened more than 40 new job positions in the field of software engineering. The Development Center in Belgrade continues to grow after experiencing expansion…

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Halo Infinite given early multiplayer launch for 20th anniversary

The latest game in the Halo series has been released three weeks early to coincide with the franchise's 20th anniversary. Halo: Infinite was originally supposed to be released last year…

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Microsoft president says tech must compromise, downplays metaverse ‘hype’

The tech sector needs to compromise with regulators and take governments and people's concerns seriously, Microsoft president Brad Smith said in an interview. "Tech is going to have to lean…

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Microsoft rolls out new tech to connect its cloud to rivals

Microsoft Corp on Tuesday announced a new round of technologies aimed at making its cloud computing services work in data centers it does not own - including the cloud data…

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Sega, Microsoft explore cloud gaming alliance

TOKYO, Nov 1 (Reuters) - Sega Sammy Holdings on Monday said it is exploring a strategic alliance with Microsoft to develop big budget titles using the Xbox maker's cloud gaming…

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Microsoft to work with community colleges to fill 250,000 cyber jobs

Microsoft Corp said it plans to work with community colleges across the United States to fill 250,000 cybersecurity jobs over the next four years. Microsoft said it will provide scholarships…

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Microsoft leads tech firms drive in finding solution in calculating emissions

After spending nearly half a year, every year, gathering and calculating carbon emissions data on spread sheets, Salesforce.com's climate team was fed up. So in 2017 they built an app…

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Microsoft nearly overtakes Apple as most valuable company

A surge in Microsoft Corp's shares nearly unseated Apple Inc as the world's most valuable company on Wednesday, a day before the iPhone maker reports its quarterly results. Fueled by…

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Microsoft sees cloud business growth

Microsoft Corp forecast a strong end to the calendar year thanks to its booming cloud business but said supply chain woes will continue to dog key units such as those…

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Latest Russian cyberattack targeting hundreds of U.S. networks -Microsoft

The Russian-based agency behind last year's massive SolarWinds cyberattack has targeted hundreds more companies and organizations in its latest wave of attacks on U.S.-based computer systems, Microsoft said in a…

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Shopify enlists Microsoft, Oracle for business tools on app

Canadian e-commerce platform Shopify Inc is teaming up with top cloud companies including Microsoft Corp and Oracle Corp to help merchants streamline their business operations. Business owners on the platform…

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Trove – the responsible data-sharing platform for developers that pays people for their photos

An online marketplace that lets developers buy data directly from members of the public in a clear and responsible way has been launched by Microsoft. Trove, which recently launched in…

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UK university launches first-of-its-kind cloud computing course with Microsoft to bridge digital skills gap

A first-of-its-kind cloud computing course has been launched in the UK to help give students the highly sought-after skills they need to launch their digital careers. The University of Lincoln’s…

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American Airlines, Microsoft join Gates-backed program to boost clean energy

Several U.S. companies, including American Airlines Group Inc, General Motors and Microsoft Corp, on Monday build on their commitment to clean energy by joining billionaire and Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates'…

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Microsoft to buy back up to $60 bln in shares; names Brad Smith vice chair

Microsoft Corp said it will conduct an up to $60 billion share buyback program, raise its quarterly dividend by 11%, and appoint company President Brad Smith as vice chair. Microsoft…

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Microsoft acquires video-editing software start-up Clipchamp

Microsoft announced it has acquired Clipchamp, a start-up with software that consumers and corporate workers can use to edit videos. Terms of the deal weren’t disclosed. The technology lines up…

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HSBC and Microsoft join forces to support the new Feeding America Workforce Development Initiative

HSBC Bank USA announced that together with Microsoft Corp. will provide grants and resources to support Feeding America®, the nation’s largest domestic hunger-relief organization. The $350,000 two-year grant from HSBC…

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Microsoft and BT announce partnership to shape the future of voice calling

Microsoft and BT have formed a strategic partnership that will drive innovation and growth in the telecoms sector and shape the future of voice calling. As part of the exciting…

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Microsoft in talks with Indian state for setting up $2 bln data centre

Global tech giant Microsoft is in discussions with the Telangana government on a proposal for setting up one of its largest data centres with an investment outlay of about USD…

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UPDATED: US, allies accuse China of global cyber hacking campaign, Four Chinese nationals charged by U.S.

The United States and a coalition of allies accused China on Monday of a global cyber hacking campaign that employed contract hackers, specifically attributing a large Microsoft attack disclosed earlier…

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Microsoft to offer cloud-based version of Windows operating system

Microsoft Corp said it will offer its Windows operating system as a cloud-based service, aiming to make it easier to access business apps that need Windows from a broader range…

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Microsoft is said to be buying cybersecurity company RiskIQ

Microsoft Corp. has agreed to acquire RiskIQ, a security software maker, as the tech giant tries to expand its products and better protect customers amid a rising tide of global…

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AT&T to run core 5G network on Microsoft’s cloud

Microsoft Corp and AT&T Inc said that the carrier will run core parts of its 5G wireless network on Microsoft's cloud computing platform. The newer generation of networks, which AT&T…

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Microsoft to unveil first new Windows in six years

Microsoft Corp will show off on Thursday the first major revamp of its Windows operating system since 2015. The software that turned Microsoft into a household name and dominated personal…

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Microsoft plans massive China expansion in Asia-wide cloud push

Microsoft Corp. plans to add four new data centers within China by early 2022 in a wider effort to expand its service capacity across Asia, according to people familiar with…

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Microsoft names CEO Satya Nadella as chairman

Microsoft Corp on Wednesday named Chief Executive Officer Satya Nadella as its new chairman, in place of John Thompson. Nadella, who took over as CEO in 2014 from Steve Ballmer,…

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