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Founded in Albuquerque in April 1975 by the famous duo of founders Bill Gates and Paul Allen, Microsoft is today one of the biggest global IT companies. More than five decades after its inception, the company is now the world's third most valuable enterprise by market cap.

Computer software, personal computers and consumer electronics are the core business of Microsoft, but the company is also focused on cloud computing services and video games as well.
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Yotta to double Nvidia AI chip order in $500m deal
Mon, 15th Jan 2024
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Indian data centre firm Yotta is set to double its order with U.S. partner Nvidia to a total $1bn, boosting its AI cloud services capacity with an additional $500m worth of AI chips.
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NCS & Microsoft boost AI & cloud tech collaboration
Mon, 15th Jan 2024
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NCS invests in an enhanced collaboration with Microsoft to expedite AI and cloud solutions' integration in APAC, ushering in innovation and growth.
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Forescout joins Microsoft's AI-powered cybersecurity initiative
Thu, 11th Jan 2024
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Forescout has been selected to participate in the Microsoft Security Copilot Partner Preview, poised to leverage their expertise in enhancing Security Copilot functionality and utilising AI in strengthening cybersecurity measures.
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How to make your Zero Trust Network Access rollout a success
Tue, 9th Jan 2024
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Despite 83% of cybersec decision-makers in Australia and New Zealand seeing Zero Trust Network Access as future security, 17% have yet to start a programme, Forrester Consulting study reveals.
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IGEL redefines enterprise endpoint security with innovative model
Sat, 6th Jan 2024
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IGEL new Preventative Security Model aims to redefine secure enterprise endpoints and boost Zero Trust, with a showcase due at upcoming IGEL DISRUPT 24 forum.
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LINX expands Azure Peering partnership with Microsoft in US
Thu, 4th Jan 2024
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government
The London Internet Exchange (LINX) has expanded its US partnership with Microsoft, launching Azure Peering Service at LINX NoVA for enhanced public Microsoft cloud services connectivity.
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Demand for Microsoft Dynamics set to triple by 2033
Tue, 2nd Jan 2024
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The Microsoft Dynamics market is expected to triple in value due to rising demand for its productivity-boosting software solutions.
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Microsoft New Zealand demonstrates robust growth despite economic fluctuations
Tue, 2nd Jan 2024
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Despite economic upheaval, Microsoft New Zealand sees a robust 11.48% rise in revenue, solid growth in assets, and an impressive equity surge, indicating strong financial performance.
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AI market study predicts shift in vendor dominance by 2024
Mon, 1st Jan 2024
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Futurum Intelligence's AI enterprise survey predicts surprising power changes within AI deployment vendors, potentially deposing traditional IT suppliers by 2024.
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Mangata & Microsoft unite to advance AI cloud via satellite
Thu, 28th Dec 2023
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data analytics
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partner programmes
Mangata Networks joins forces with Microsoft to develop AI-enabled edge cloud platform using advanced satellite technology.
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Government births, deaths and marriages IT project halted
Fri, 22nd Dec 2023
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government
RNZ understands multiple deadlines have been missed after officials tried to buy an off-the-shelf system and customise it.
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AI-enabled PCs to boost struggling UK computer market
Fri, 22nd Dec 2023
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However, the impending end of support for Microsoft's Windows 10, in October 2025, could thwart second-life opportunities for numerous devices.
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AvePoint partners with Microsoft to expand New Zealand data residency offerings
Tue, 19th Dec 2023
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AvePoint joins hands with Microsoft to bolster New Zealand's data residency solutions, simplifying Copilot adoption for firms.
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Xbox Cloud Gaming comes to Meta Quest headsets
Tue, 19th Dec 2023
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Microsoft’s Xbox Cloud Gaming is now available for Meta Quest 2, 3, and Pro headsets.
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Lenovo supercharges hybrid cloud platform for AI expansion
Mon, 18th Dec 2023
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Lenovo has bolstered its hybrid cloud platform for advancing AI applications via ThinkAgile solutions and ThinkSystem servers.
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All-female tech acquisition as Collabosaurus joins forces with Cali Social
Mon, 18th Dec 2023
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An unusual all-female tech deal sees Australia's brand collaboration platform, Collabosaurus, acquired by Cali Social.
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Canonical and Intel partner for secure computing in Ubuntu OS
Fri, 15th Dec 2023
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Intel and Canonical join forces to strengthen data security in the Ubuntu OS, using Intel's Trust Domain Extensions technology.
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Symmetry Systems' breakthrough AI-powered data security features unveiled
Fri, 15th Dec 2023
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Symmetry Systems unveils industry-leading AI-powered data security features, marking significant strides in secure data management.
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NVIDIA, OpenAI & Microsoft leading in generative AI market
Fri, 15th Dec 2023
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Generative AI market dominated by NVIDIA, OpenAI, and Microsoft, according to a new report from IoT Analytics.
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Multi-cloud management: How to make multi-cloud work
Fri, 15th Dec 2023
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There are two major advantages to multi-cloud environments, and there’s one proven way to get there: my company’s migration tool.