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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.
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.
Teenagers learn more from handwritten notes than AI
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Teenagers remember history better when they handwrite notes, with AI chatbots boosting curiosity but not matching pen-on-paper learning.
Exclusive: Inside Commvault’s Cloud Unity launch with APAC leaders
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Commvault launched its Unity platform to simplify and secure data recovery across hybrid environments, offering unified cyber resilience and faster recovery times.
Exclusive: Yealink's Jeremy Chen on expanding into Australian retail
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Yealink partners with Officeworks to launch enterprise-grade headsets in Australia, catering to hybrid workers seeking advanced communication tech.
AI delivers returns for wealth managers, FNZ study finds
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AI has gone mainstream in wealth management, with most firms reporting positive returns and faster payoffs from early adoption, FNZ study shows.
Keeper Security named Overall Leader in non-human identity management
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Keeper Security named Overall Leader in non-human identity management, praised for securing machine identities across cloud-native and hybrid environments.
Cognizant aims to upskill two million globally for AI era by 2030
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Cognizant aims to upskill two million people globally by 2030 through its Synapse initiative, doubling its goal amid rising AI job disruptions.
Forward Edge-AI delivers quantum device, wins fifth security patent
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Forward Edge-AI delivers Isidore Quantum device to Taiwan’s National Central University, securing critical infrastructure with its fifth US patent in quantum-safe communications.
WARP PANDA cyberespionage group targets US cloud networks
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China-linked WARP PANDA cyberespionage group targets US cloud networks, exploiting vulnerabilities in Microsoft 365, VMware, and more for sustained data access.
Attackers exploit ScreenConnect & Microsoft 365 for breaches
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Attackers exploit unpatched ScreenConnect and Microsoft 365 credentials for unauthorised network access, raising breach risks for organisations worldwide.
AppDirect acquires Tackle.io to unify cloud marketplace sales
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AppDirect is acquiring Tackle.io to unite cloud marketplace sales, enhancing B2B tech commerce across AWS, Azure, Google Cloud and private channels.
Virsae & VOSS join forces to boost AI for workplace analytics
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Virsae and VOSS have partnered to enhance AI-driven workplace analytics, combining expertise to boost collaboration and customer experience across major platforms.
Employers move beyond CVs with skills-based hiring & AI tools
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Employers are shifting from CVs to skills-based hiring and AI-supported assessments to find authentic talent and improve fairness in 2026.
Check Point named leader in 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for email
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Check Point is named a leader in the 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Email Security, praised for its AI-powered Harmony Email Collaboration platform.
Australia’s National AI Plan to boost skills, safety & business
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Australia unveils a National AI Plan, investing AUD $29.9m in safety and AUD $460m in programs to boost skills, industry adoption, and workforce confidence.
AI adoption could boost NZ productivity by NZD $108 billion by 2038
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AI could boost New Zealand's productivity by NZD $108 billion by 2038, doubling current rates through improved skills, infrastructure, and public sector digitisation.
Proofpoint appoints Joyce Kim as Chief Marketing Officer to boost AI focus
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Proofpoint has appointed Joyce Kim as Chief Marketing Officer to lead its marketing strategy amid rising AI adoption in cybersecurity and data protection.
New Zealand Police cuts case times to hours with automation
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New Zealand Police has cut case processing times from two weeks to under four hours using Appian’s automation platform, enhancing efficiency and service.
University of Bath upskills 50 staff in AI & leadership training
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The University of Bath partners with Multiverse to upskill 50 staff in AI, data, and leadership, boosting efficiency and enhancing student services.
Explained: Trump signs order for national AI platform
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President Donald Trump signed an order launching the Genesis Mission, a national AI platform uniting US supercomputers and data to boost innovation and leadership.
Spotto launches AI cloud platform to boost Azure efficiency for MSPs
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Spotto has unveiled its AI-driven cloud platform to help MSPs and enterprises boost efficiency and profits within Microsoft Azure environments.