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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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A third of cyberattacks in the cloud leverage credential access
Tue, 22nd Nov 2022
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A new report has revealed adversary success in identity theft indicates default cloud security controls are ineffective at preventing attacks.
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Dell enhances zero trust security with latest updates
Mon, 21st Nov 2022
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Dell Technologies introduces the PowerProtect Data Manager Appliance, offering simple and effective multi-cloud data protection.
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Telesmart named as Microsoft Teams Operator Connect Program partner
Mon, 21st Nov 2022
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The company is one of 4 NZ telcos that were invited by Microsoft and the first with fully automated onboarding in NZ.
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Why the employee factor in IT security is vital to protecting your company’s data
Mon, 21st Nov 2022
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Cyber attacks in Australia are accelerating, with the state of the nations cybersecurity coming under greater scrutiny.
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Protecting the planet: Seven ways analytics supports sustainability
Fri, 18th Nov 2022
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Climate change is undeniable at this point; however, analytics have a role to play in creating a safer future.
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Microsoft announces data centre academy in Singapore
Fri, 18th Nov 2022
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At a Microsoft Innovators event, CEO Nadella met regional developers and business leaders and reinforced how Microsoft Cloud can help businesses grow in Asia.
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Rubrik unveils Cyber Recovery to aid ransomware recovery
Thu, 17th Nov 2022
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Part of Rubrik Security Cloud's latest release increases cyber preparedness with simulated and live recovery capabilities.
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Why relying on your mobile to access your online accounts is a risky approach
Thu, 17th Nov 2022
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Whilst mobile devices have many uses and provide much convenience, they are not created for online security purposes.
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Suncorp and Tambla win Red Hat APAC Innovation Awards 2022
Thu, 17th Nov 2022
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Red Hat has announced Suncorp Group and Tambla Workforce Solutions as the winners of its APAC Innovation Awards 2022 for the Australia and New Zealand region.
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Poly and Microsoft help the Plenary Council of Australia
Wed, 16th Nov 2022
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The Plenary Council of Australia has turned to Microsoft and Poly to help organisers pivot to hosting the First Assembly in a hybrid and distributed format.
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Microsoft’s new offering to transform Metcash’s supply chain
Wed, 16th Nov 2022
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Metcash is undertaking a strategic supply chain transformation initiative with the tech giant’s recently announced Microsoft Supply Chain Platform.
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SAS and ACFE reveal Fraud Awareness Week insights
Tue, 15th Nov 2022
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The Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) has estimated that occupational fraud costs businesses around the world more than USD$4.7 trillion annually.
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As MIQ ends, JNCTN seeks potential in digital credentialing
Tue, 15th Nov 2022
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JNCTN is exploring digital credentialing to help job seekers and employers match jobs and the requisite skills-set.
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Hands-on review: Asus CM3 Chromebook
Mon, 14th Nov 2022
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Does the Asus 10.5-inch CM3 Chromebook offer a viable alternative to a Windows notebook? TechDay’s Darren Price finds out.
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How to accelerate modernisation using a slow start
Fri, 11th Nov 2022
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Technology modernisation is no longer a nice-to-have – instead, it’s a must for the vast majority of businesses, writes Ashok Mysore.
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Trellix appoints Sam Henderson as Asia Pacific & Japan Channels & Alliances Managing Director
Fri, 11th Nov 2022
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Trellix appoints Sam Henderson as Asia Pacific & Japan Channels and Alliances Managing Director to oversee region ahead of launch of partner program.
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Avanan finds hackers exploiting Microsoft Dynamics 365 Customer Voice
Fri, 11th Nov 2022
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Researchers at Avanan, a Check Point Software Company, have shared some of the latest tactics hackers are deploying to take advantage of vulnerable consumers.
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Neo4j releases latest version of cloud-ready graph offering
Thu, 10th Nov 2022
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Neo4j 5 is now generally available, giving customers access to the next-generation of its cloud-ready graph database.
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Equinix expands footprint in Japan with $115m data center
Thu, 10th Nov 2022
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Equinix has announced its 15th International Business ExchangeTM data center in Tokyo, Japan, named TY15 with an initial investment of $115 million.
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Microsoft report finds 74% increase in password attacks
Tue, 8th Nov 2022
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Microsoft has published its Digital Defense Report 2022, sharing insights on how the digital threat landscape is evolving and how to mitigate these issues.