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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.
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BlueVoyant unveils new Cyber Defense Platform for enhanced security

Tue, 16th Jul 2024
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BlueVoyant has launched its Cyber Defense Platform, a cloud-native system designed to enhance security operations and tackle rising cyber threats effectively.
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Zellis launches HCM AIR with AI real-time payroll features

Wed, 26th Jun 2024
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Zellis launches HCM AIR, integrating AI and real-time payroll to transform HR and payroll services in the UK and Ireland.
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UiPath launches Automation Cloud on Microsoft Azure in UK

Thu, 20th Jun 2024
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UiPath's Automation Cloud is now available on Microsoft Azure in the UK, enabling secure AI automation while complying with local data residency laws.
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Ignition & Cranium team up to tackle EU AI Act compliance

Wed, 5th Jun 2024
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Ignition Technology and Cranium partner to navigate EU AI Act compliance, combining cybersecurity and AI expertise to aid European enterprises in ethical AI deployment.
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Hexaware Technologies acquires data consulting firm Softcrylic

Tue, 14th May 2024
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Hexaware Technologies has boosted its data and analytics capabilities with the acquisition of respected Minneapolis-based data consulting firm, Softcrylic, promising to refine customer journeys through advanced data utilisation.
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Integrity360 expands Microsoft security services across Europe

Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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Cybersecurity firm Integrity360 bolsters its Microsoft security services across Europe, catering to 75% of businesses.
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CompTIA forms ASEAN Community Executive Council to boost tech industry growth

Mon, 27th Nov 2023
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CompTIA forms ASEAN Community Executive Council, aiming to foster growth within the region's tech industry for the benefit of businesses and the region as a whole.
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Tech giants urge Chancellor to boost UK's digital skills for green jobs

Wed, 22nd Nov 2023
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Tech industry leaders have united with the Institute of Coding to call on the Chancellor to boost UK's digital skillset for green jobs.
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Tape Ark brings historical data to digital age with Equinix support

Tue, 18th Jul 2023
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Tape Ark has turned to Equinix, the digital infrastructure company, to advance its digital infrastructure to support the next phase of its expansion.
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Equinix launches second xScale data center in Tokyo

Thu, 6th Jul 2023
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Addressing the growing demand for cloud services in Tokyo, Japan, Equinix announced the opening of TY13x, its second Tokyo-based xScale data center.
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Freshworks unveils new generative AI enhancements

Fri, 23rd Jun 2023
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Freshworks has unveiled Freddy Self Service, Freddy Copilot and Freddy Insights to make artificial intelligence more accessible to every workplace.
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Exclusive: Semperis continues to rise to the challenge

Fri, 19th May 2023
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Identity Security has become a necessity for businesses and organisations facing evolving cyber attacks. TechDay spoke with Semperis to find out more.
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Equinix invests in Indonesia with a $74m data centre

Thu, 6th Oct 2022
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The centre will be strategically located near the largest internet exchanges to meet the country's growing digital needs.
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Private cloud to remain crucial component of hybrid cloud strategies

Thu, 28th Oct 2021
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There is an increase in the number of enterprises committing to a strategy of hybrid cloud to ensure long-term success.
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The biggest cyber-attacks of 2021 in New Zealand

Tue, 5th Oct 2021
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Cyber attacks have surged in New Zealand, hitting organisations of all sizes across various sectors, raising concerns about data security.
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Hackers target Microsoft email server vulnerabilities

Wed, 25th Aug 2021
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Over 50% of Microsoft email servers in the UK haven't been updated, making them vulnerable to hackers, warns CybSafe CEO Oz Alashe.
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Microsoft pledges to run data centres carbon neutral by 2030

Mon, 19th Jul 2021
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The tech giant has announced it will aim to power all its global data centres and offices with zero-carbon energy by 2030.  .
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Singapore sovereign wealth fund backs $3.9b Equinix data center portfolio expansion

Wed, 16th Jun 2021
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The joint venture agreements will help to build out the xScale data center portfolio across 32 different facilities around the world.
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Equinix welcomes former Telstra exec Cyrus Adaggra to leadership team

Mon, 3rd May 2021
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Adaggra will lead the company's growth strategy in the region, spanning the company's existing and new markets.
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Equinix expands private network access to Azure across six new markets

Wed, 28th Apr 2021
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Equinix expands private network access to Microsoft Azure in Canberra, Seoul, Dubai, Rio de Janeiro, Berlin, and Bogotá.