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.
Alexander Hecker to lead CHERRY's global peripherals unit
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Alexander Hecker has been appointed Senior Vice President Global Peripherals at CHERRY, effective 1 February 2025, to lead a division restructuring.
US automotive software market to hit USD $70bn by 2032
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The U.S. automotive software market is surging, expected to grow from USD $32.39 billion in 2024 to USD $70 billion by 2032, driven by advanced technologies.
RespondHealth partners with Microsoft for AI healthcare push
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RespondHealth has partnered with Microsoft to integrate AI solutions in healthcare, utilising data from over 200 million patient records to enhance patient outcomes.
Stargate Project to invest USD $500bn in AI for OpenAI
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The Stargate Project has unveiled a monumental investment of USD $500 billion aimed at bolstering artificial intelligence infrastructure in the US over four years.
Innominds featured in Microsoft's AI Coffee Table Book
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Innominds has been recognised in Microsoft's AI Coffee Table Book, showcasing its AI-driven tool AMRx, developed to combat antimicrobial resistance.
Global PWA market set to grow from USD $3.53bn to $21.44bn
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The global progressive web app market is poised to surge dramatically, growing from USD $3.53 billion in 2024 to USD $21.44 billion by 2033.
ControlUp reports 30% growth in ARR for 2024 success
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ControlUp reports impressive growth for 2024, with a 30% rise in annual recurring revenue and a 629% surge in sales pipeline, amid expansion and innovation.
Microsoft & Pearson unite for AI skills development
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Microsoft and Pearson have formed a strategic alliance to enhance AI skilling and learning, addressing the urgent need for workforce readiness in an AI-driven economy.
New PhaaS kits boost phishing threats with advanced tools
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Research from Barracuda reveals a surge in Phishing-as-a-Service kits, with 30% of credential attacks in 2024 using these advanced tools, set to rise to 50% in 2025.
SentinelOne upgrades Purple AI with major platform links
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SentinelOne has enhanced its Purple AI security analyst capabilities by integrating with major third-party products, boosting threat detection and response.
Forrester: Indian cloud adoption parallels global trends
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Forrester's new report highlights that 84% of Indian firms are adopting cloud solutions, with average spending on public cloud services reaching USD $37 million.
Omada partners with Microsoft to enhance AI-driven IGA
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Omada has unveiled a partnership with Microsoft, integrating its identity governance system with Microsoft Entra AI to enhance user experience and security.
Butterfly Data wins 4 awards at global SAS Hackathon
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Butterfly Data has won four awards at the global SAS Hackathon for its generative AI solution aimed at combating misinformation on social media platforms.
Rapid Circle announces new leadership for ANZ region
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Rapid Circle has appointed George Stavrakakis as Managing Director for Australia and New Zealand, aiming to enhance its growth in the region's tech sector.
Surveil appoints Peter Turpin as new Chief Executive Officer
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Peter Turpin has been appointed as the new CEO of Surveil, effective 6 January 2025, to lead the company's growth and cloud efficiency initiatives.
January Patch Tuesday reveals 161 vulnerabilities
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On January's Patch Tuesday, Microsoft revealed 161 vulnerabilities, including eight under active exploitation, with no browser flaws noted this month.
Microsoft patches record 157 vulnerabilities in January 2025
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Microsoft has unveiled its January 2025 Patch Tuesday update, tackling a record 157 vulnerabilities, including eight critical zero-day flaws.
Eva Schoenleitner joins Smartsheet as VP of Partner
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Smartsheet has appointed Eva Schoenleitner as Vice President of Partner to enhance its partner ecosystem and drive growth strategies.
Hexagon launches cloud-based test drive software VTDx
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Hexagon's Manufacturing Intelligence has launched VTDx, a cloud-based tool aimed at revolutionising testing for Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems with enhanced safety and efficiency.
Bitcoin ranked 7th largest global asset in 2024 report
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In its January Monthly Markets Insights, Binance Australia reported Bitcoin's rise to the 7th largest global asset, signalling strong growth in the crypto market.