Microsoft stories - Page 89
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.
Microsoft Singapore unveils enhancement strategy within the financial sector
Wed, 24th Nov 2021
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fintech
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Microsoft Singapore unveils plans to enhance its presence in the financial services sector, focusing on customer engagement, security, and open platforms.
Fortinet announces next-gen firewall and secure SD-WAN integration for Microsoft Azure
Fri, 19th Nov 2021
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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sd-wan
Fortinet delivers what it says is the industry's first next-generation firewall and secure SD-WAN integration with Microsoft Azure Virtual WAN.
Concentric AI joins Microsoft Intelligent Security Association
Thu, 18th Nov 2021
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partner programmes
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risk & compliance
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microsoft
Concentric joins Microsoft's Intelligent Security Association to provide advanced AI solutions for data access governance and security.
Forrester has released a series of predictions for 2022
Tue, 16th Nov 2021
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edge computing
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supply chain
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cybersecurity
Forrester's reports predict that tech executives in 2022 will focus on human-centered transformation, cloud-native strategies, and cybersecurity challenges.
Microsoft AD recognised as Leader in Gartner MQ for IAM
Mon, 15th Nov 2021
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public cloud
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pam
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multi-cloud
Microsoft Identity Program Management corporate vice president Alex Simons says the achievement would not have been possible without its 'passionate' customers.
New Microsoft Defender vulnerability should concern every enterprise - expert
Mon, 15th Nov 2021
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cybersecurity
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microsoft
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security vulnerabilities
Microsoft Defender vulnerability poses significant threat, warns Virsec. With 55 vulnerabilities in total, it is deemed the most concerning by experts.
Check Point named Leader in Network Firewalls for 22nd time
Wed, 10th Nov 2021
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hyperscale
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dc
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iaas
Check Point Software Technologies has been named a Leader in Gartner's Magic Quadrant for Enterprise Network Firewalls for the 22nd time.
ExtraHop launches decryption support for Microsoft to halt advanced attacks
Tue, 9th Nov 2021
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advanced persistent threat protection
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microsoft
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extrahop
ExtraHop has expanded decryption support for Microsoft authentication and application protocols, providing high fidelity detection of malicious activity.
Tech infrastructure diversity holds key to better security
Tue, 9th Nov 2021
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malware
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ransomware
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casb
The spate of high profile ransomware incidents this year has halted operations across business and critical infrastructures alike.
Microsoft's entry into metaverse tainted by Facebook's Meta rebrand
Tue, 9th Nov 2021
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gaming
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uc
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digital entertainment
Microsoft's announcement juxtaposes the genuine potential of Mesh for Microsoft Teams with widespread criticism of Facebook's rebranding as Meta.
Lack of security controls continues to put organisations at risk
Fri, 5th Nov 2021
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iam
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cybersecurity
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healthtech
Organisations still operate with limited visibility of user activity associated with web applications, despite the risk of insider threats and credential theft.
Cloud infrastructure services continue to be in high demand
Thu, 4th Nov 2021
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datacentre infrastructure
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hyperscale
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public cloud
Cloud infrastructure services see high demand with a 35% increase in spending to $49.4bn in Q3 2021, says Canalys.
Microsoft Cloud at Ignite 2021: Metaverse, AI and hyperconnectivity in a hybrid world
Thu, 4th Nov 2021
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uc
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hybrid cloud
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public cloud
Microsoft CEO unveils updates for Microsoft Cloud at Ignite 2021, focusing on the Metaverse, AI, and hyperconnectivity. Over 90 services and updates introduced.
How businesses unknowingly leave themselves at risk
Tue, 2nd Nov 2021
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malware
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ransomware
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casb
Recent cyber-events highlight the risks confronting enterprises that depend on a single vendor for their infrastructure, tools, and security.
Private cloud to remain crucial component of hybrid cloud strategies
Thu, 28th Oct 2021
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private cloud
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hybrid cloud
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multi-cloud
There is an increase in the number of enterprises committing to a strategy of hybrid cloud to ensure long-term success.
Microsoft, Mandiant uncover Russian threat actor targeting cloud services
Wed, 27th Oct 2021
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advanced persistent threat protection
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supply chain
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cybersecurity
Mandiant and Microsoft identify new wave of cyberattacks by Nobelium, the Russian nation-state actor behind the SolarWinds supply chain attacks.
The Auth0 Identity Platform is now available on Microsoft Azure
Thu, 14th Oct 2021
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public cloud
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microsoft
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cloud services
The Auth0, a product unit within Okta, has announced the launch of the Auth0 Identity Platform on Microsoft Azure.
MysterySnail: Kaspersky finds zero-day exploit for Windows OS
Thu, 14th Oct 2021
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cybersecurity
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microsoft
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windows
Kaspersky uncovers zero-day exploit for Windows OS, used in attacks by IronHusky group. Patched by Microsoft on October 12.
VMware unveils innovations for its multi-cloud computing infrastructure
Wed, 13th Oct 2021
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virtualisation
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hyperscale
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public cloud
VMware has announced new advancements for VMware Cloud, the industry-first multi-cloud computing infrastructure.
The cyber risks of a hybrid working model
Tue, 12th Oct 2021
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hybrid & remote work
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cybersecurity
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microsoft
The risks of cyber attacks on businesses are in the spotlight as companies around the world begin to return to the office.