Microsoft stories
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.
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.

Veeam partners with Microsoft to enhance AI data resilience
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Veeam has announced an expanded partnership with Microsoft, integrating AI to boost data resilience for clients, including 77% of Fortune 500 companies.

Sanjeev Khanna joins Portman to boost global expansion efforts
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Portman Partners has appointed Sanjeev Khanna as Strategic Advisor to enhance its growth and partner network in the expanding US and international markets.

Celonis appoints Dan Brown as new chief product officer
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Celonis has appointed Dan Brown as Chief Product Officer, strengthening its leadership team and aiming to enhance product innovation and efficiency.

Microsoft & Snowflake expand partnership with OpenAI
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Snowflake has expanded its collaboration with Microsoft, integrating OpenAI's models into its Cortex AI platform, enhancing AI capabilities for businesses.

Charter Global leads digital transformation in Georgia
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Atlanta-based Charter Global is spotlighted for its customised technology solutions, enhancing efficiency and driving digital transformation across various sectors.

Veeam to enhance data resilience with Microsoft AI
2 days ago
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virtualisation
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data protection
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Veeam has announced an enhanced partnership with Microsoft, integrating AI solutions to improve data resilience and threat detection for its clients.

Titan of Tech - Shane Madz of BitTitan
3 days ago
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Shane Madz, APAC Sales Director at BitTitan, is revolutionising cloud migration in Asia-Pacific with innovative solutions and strategic leadership.

Massive botnet targets Microsoft 365 with stealth attacks
3 days ago
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cloud security
A newly discovered botnet, consisting of over 130,000 compromised devices, is targeting Microsoft 365 accounts with password spraying attacks, linked to China-based actors.

AI’s power struggle: The data centre boom and the race for sustainable computing
4 days ago
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New Zealand's data centre market is projected to soar from USD $1 billion in 2023 to USD $1.56 billion by 2029, driven by surging AI demand and sustainability efforts.

Schools rethink IT strategy amidst Microsoft price hike
4 days ago
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Schools are re-evaluating their IT strategies following a 45% price hike in Microsoft 365 subscriptions, prompting a shift towards alternatives like Synology Office Suite.

OpenText unveils new AI tool to counter insider threats
4 days ago
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OpenText has unveiled an AI-powered tool, 'OpenText Core Threat Detection and Response', to help UK firms tackle the escalating issue of insider threats.

Intel unveils Xeon 6 processors for AI & networking
4 days ago
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Intel has unveiled its Xeon 6 processors, promising double the AI performance and enhanced energy efficiency for data centres and networking applications.

Microsoft's February 2025 patch fixes 56 vulnerabilities
Last week
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cybersecurity
Microsoft has patched 56 vulnerabilities in its February 2025 update, including two now exploited, marking a fifth month of no critical zero-days released.

Microsoft unveils Majorana 1 in quantum computing leap
Last week
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Microsoft has unveiled Majorana 1, a groundbreaking quantum computing chip utilising the first topoconductor, paving the way for advanced quantum technology.

Hannah Birch named CEO of London-based Kocho
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digital transformation
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cybersecurity
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Hannah Birch has been named the new CEO of Kocho, succeeding Des Lekerman, and aims to enhance the firm's leadership in cybersecurity and digital transformation.

AI boosts work-life balance for US business leaders
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A recent report reveals that 61% of US business leaders believe AI is enhancing their work-life balance, with ChatGPT as the preferred tool.

Trusted Tech boosts cloud solutions with new support service
Last week
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Trusted Tech has launched Certified Support Services, aimed at enhancing Microsoft technology use with expert support and quick response times, amid rising IT challenges.

Kelly Wearmouth appointed as MD of Mars United ANZ
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digital marketing
Mars United Commerce has appointed Kelly Wearmouth as Managing Director for Australia and New Zealand, aiming to enhance regional growth and client services.

Neat expands Indian presence with 190% revenue growth
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Neat, a Norwegian video tech firm, is expanding in India following a 190% revenue surge in FY2024, driven by rising demand for hybrid work solutions.

How to enhance the efficiency and innovation of your organisation within budget
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Digital transformation is vital for organisations to boost efficiency and innovation, with strategic cloud migration and technology integration seen as key priorities.