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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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Kaspersky announces update to Microsoft Office 365 security solution as COVID-19 threats emerge
Fri, 27th Mar 2020
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The upgrade introduces enhanced anti-phishing capabilities with a dedicated anti-spoofing feature, as well as bolstered protection within Microsoft Teams.
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OnePlace Solutions offers free Microsoft 365 add-on to support remote workers during COVID-19
Fri, 27th Mar 2020
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The offer comes after Microsoft announced that subscribers to Microsoft Office 365 will be able to access a free trial of the Microsoft Teams software.
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Arkadin relaunches as NTT’s cloud communications division
Tue, 24th Mar 2020
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The division will continue to work with organisations to provide collaboration solutions, which in the recent climate is more important than ever.
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Wipro invests in Microsoft partnership with dedicated business unit
Fri, 20th Mar 2020
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Wipro launches a Microsoft Business Unit to accelerate digital transformation with Azure-powered solutions, enhancing cloud adoption and innovation globally.
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Microsoft announces all-new features for Teams as virus keeps workers home
Fri, 20th Mar 2020
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Microsoft has unveiled new features for Teams as COVID-19 keeps workers home, including real-time noise suppression and a 'raise hand' function.
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Microsoft confirms Windows 10 has hit one billion users
Thu, 19th Mar 2020
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Microsoft announces Windows 10 OS has reached one billion users across 200 countries, with every Fortune 500 company now using the system.
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Alibaba Cloud fastest-growing in public cloud market
Tue, 17th Mar 2020
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After AWS and Azure, Alibaba Cloud is the third biggest public cloud provider in the market and is showing no sign of slowing down.
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Four IoT giants team up for security solution
Tue, 17th Mar 2020
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Thales, Telstra, Microsoft and Arduino partner to deliver cellular network-based scalable trust for easy-to-deploy IoT applications.
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Microsoft takes down malicious botnet after years of tracking
Fri, 13th Mar 2020
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The botnet, called Necurs, gained control of the computers using malware and used them to commit crimes remotely.
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CommsChoice expands routing capability to support UC future
Thu, 12th Mar 2020
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The company focused on expanding its Session Border Controller (SBC) network in several locations: Sydney, Singapore, London, Frankfurt, San Jose and Virginia.
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Microsoft & Mogul launch Age of Empires II Asia Cup
Mon, 9th Mar 2020
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The AOE II Asia Cup will run in four seasons. The top four teams from each season will land a place in the AOE Asia Cup Major.
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CCL announces partnership with Microsoft to meet Azure demand
Thu, 5th Mar 2020
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The move is designed to drive New Zealand business and public sector migration to Microsoft Azure cloud technologies.
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Ingram Micro offers free migration to the cloud
Thu, 5th Mar 2020
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Ingram Micro Cloud extends its Free Migration Offer in partnership with Microsoft Corp and AvePoint Inc until June 30.
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Attivo integrates with Azure for greater IoT threat protection
Fri, 28th Feb 2020
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Together the organisations will deliver a solution designed for detection and response to attackers targeting Azure IoT Edge devices.
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Valocity signs onto Microsoft co-sell partnership for greater global success
Fri, 28th Feb 2020
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Valocity joins Microsoft in a co-sell partnership, leveraging the tech giant's global sales team to expand its Property Valuation Platform's reach.
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Microsoft bolsters threat prevention capabilities for enterprises
Fri, 28th Feb 2020
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Microsoft integrates AI and automation into its cybersecurity arsenal, enhancing Microsoft Threat Protection, Azure Sentinel, and Insider Risk Management.
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Xbox drops more hints about the Series X console
Fri, 28th Feb 2020
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Xbox teases more about the Series X, promising the fastest console yet with cutting-edge processing and graphics but keeps some details under wraps.
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Zscaler updates partner programme
Thu, 27th Feb 2020
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Zscaler launches the Summit Partner Program, aiming to incentivise resellers and service providers with training and rewards based on technical expertise.
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Silver Peak SD-WAN enables optimal Office 365 user experience
Wed, 26th Feb 2020
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Silver Peak's Unity EdgeConnect SD-WAN platform enhances Office 365 user experience with intelligent traffic management, boosting performance and efficiency.
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CompTIA launches tool to measure emerging tech-readiness
Tue, 25th Feb 2020
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CompTIA says the assessment will help to identify what steps are needed to ensure organisations expand their business.