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Microsoft launches zero-water cooling for sustainable AI data centres

Microsoft Corp. has introduced a new data center design aimed at eliminating water usage for cooling chips and servers, as part of its efforts to reduce its environmental impact. Launched in August, this innovative system replaces traditional cooling methods, which typically consume over 125 million liters of water annually per data center. The design utilizes […]

Microsoft to hold cybersecurity summit after server outage
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Microsoft faces £1bn UK lawsuit over alleged overcharge

Microsoft was accused on Tuesday of unfairly overcharging customers of competing cloud companies in a lawsuit seeking damages over £1 billion ($1.27 billion). The lawsuit claims that customers using Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud Platform, or Alibaba Cloud are forced to pay higher fees for licensing Microsoft’s cloud-based Windows Server software on these rivals’ infrastructure. […]

Microsoft to boost startup speed of office apps
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Microsoft strikes deal on AI training

Microsoft has reportedly struck a deal with HarperCollins, a News Corp subsidiary, to use its nonfiction titles for training its AI models. According to an unnamed source, Microsoft aims to use this data for a yet-to-be-announced model, though it does not plan to use the content for generating books without human authors. Microsoft has declined […]

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Microsoft accuses Google of running ‘shadow campaigns’ in Europe

Microsoft publicly accused its longtime rival Google on Monday of conducting “shadow campaigns” in Europe aimed at undermining the software giant’s reputation with regulators. In a blog post, Microsoft lawyer Rima Alaily revealed that Google had engaged a firm to enlist European cloud companies to advocate for its interests against Microsoft. This unprecedented move highlights […]

Iranian hackers target US elections, Microsoft warns
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Iranian hackers target US elections, Microsoft warns

An Iranian hacking group, linked to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and referred to as Cotton Sandstorm by Microsoft, is reportedly scanning U.S. election-related websites and media outlets as Election Day approaches. A blog published by Microsoft on Wednesday indicates that this activity may signal preparations for more direct influence operations. The group has conducted […]

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Microsoft to launch autonomous AI agents in November

Microsoft has announced plans to enable customers to build autonomous AI agents starting in November, aiming to leverage the expanding AI market. These agents differ from traditional chatbots by requiring minimal human oversight, making them effective for automating tasks like handling client inquiries, identifying sales leads, and managing inventory. Major tech players, including Salesforce, have […]

Microsoft introduces friendlier voice for Copilot
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Microsoft introduces friendlier voice for Copilot

Microsoft has upgraded its consumer AI assistant, Copilot, giving it a friendlier voice and the ability to analyze web pages for users as they browse. This update marks a significant step in the company’s efforts to enhance its AI offerings, allowing Copilot to better assist users in real-time. According to Mustafa Suleyman, CEO of Microsoft […]

Microsoft to hold cybersecurity summit after server outage
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Microsoft to hold cybersecurity summit after server outage

Microsoft will host a summit on Tuesday to address steps for strengthening cybersecurity systems, following a global IT outage in July caused by a faulty software update from security firm CrowdStrike. The outage affected nearly 8.5 million Windows devices and disrupted operations across sectors including airlines, banking, and healthcare. This summit, held at Microsoft’s Redmond, […]

Microsoft to boost startup speed of office apps
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Microsoft investigates global outages affecting apps, cloud services

Microsoft Corp. is currently investigating widespread outages impacting several of its Office applications and cloud services worldwide. Users have reported significant connectivity issues with key Microsoft 365 services, including popular applications such as Outlook, Word, and Excel. In a statement on their Azure cloud services monitoring site, Microsoft acknowledged the disruptions. The company also addressed […]

Microsoft to hold cybersecurity summit after server outage
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Global outage affected 8.5m Windows devices – Microsoft

A widespread outage triggered by a faulty update from cybersecurity provider CrowdStrike on Friday impacted approximately 8.5 million Windows devices, Microsoft revealed in a blog post. The update, intended to enhance sensor configurations against cyber threats, inadvertently caused a critical system error known as the blue screen of death, disrupting operations across hospitals, airlines, banks, […]

Microsoft System glitch causes global disruptions
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Microsoft system glitch causes global disruptions

Businesses worldwide have faced significant disruptions following a series of technical glitches in Microsoft’s systems, affecting crucial services relied upon by industries ranging from airlines to financial institutions. Reports indicate that the disruptions have notably impacted operations in the United States and various Asian countries. On social media platforms, numerous employees have shared frustrations over […]