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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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Suncorp partners with Microsoft to harness AI & cloud tech

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Suncorp has partnered with Microsoft for five years to enhance AI and cloud technology across its operations, aiming to improve efficiency and customer service.
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December Patch Tuesday reveals 70 vulnerabilities

Wed, 11th Dec 2024
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This December, Microsoft addresses 70 vulnerabilities, including 16 critical remote code execution flaws, in its latest Patch Tuesday update.
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Experts forecast major shifts in cybersecurity by 2025

Wed, 11th Dec 2024
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Cybersecurity experts predict significant shifts by 2025, with Active Directory becoming a prime target and critical infrastructure facing escalating threats.
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Varonis expands data security support to include Databricks

Mon, 9th Dec 2024
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Varonis expands its data security capabilities to include Databricks, enhancing protection for enterprise data used by 60% of Fortune 500 companies.
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Bitcoin surpasses USD $100K, enters top seven assets

Thu, 5th Dec 2024
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Bitcoin has shattered the USD $100,000 barrier, reaching a market capitalisation of USD $2.03 trillion and joining the ranks of the world's top assets.
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Gigamon wins Frost & Sullivan award for market leadership

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Gigamon has clinched Frost & Sullivan's 2024 Best Practices Market Leadership Award for its outstanding performance in the Global Network Packet Brokers Industry.
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Lineaje report reveals open source vulnerabilities rise

Thu, 5th Dec 2024
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A new report by Lineaje reveals that over 95% of security vulnerabilities stem from open-source dependencies, highlighting critical risks for organisations.
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Rapid7 expands MXDR service to better support AWS users

Wed, 4th Dec 2024
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Rapid7 expands its Managed Extended Detection and Response service to enhance support for Amazon Web Services, boosting cloud security for millions of users.
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Industrial software market to reach USD $355 billion by 2030

Wed, 4th Dec 2024
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The global industrial software market is set to surge from USD $146 billion in 2023 to USD $355 billion by 2030, driven by cloud and AI innovations.
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Sumit Mukhija appointed CEO of DCI Data Centers

Fri, 29th Nov 2024
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DCI Data Centers has appointed Sumit Mukhija as Chief Executive Officer to drive strategic growth in Asia Pacific markets and enhance data centre services.
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Trend Micro enhances cloud security for healthcare sector

Fri, 29th Nov 2024
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Trend Micro has unveiled new AI-driven security solutions to bolster cloud safety for healthcare organisations, enhancing data protection and compliance.
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Generative AI boosts productivity in ANZ workplaces

Thu, 28th Nov 2024
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A new study reveals that generative AI is enhancing productivity in Australian and New Zealand workplaces, with many saving over two hours daily.
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Rapid Circle unveils Copilot AI Centre of Excellence in ANZ

Wed, 27th Nov 2024
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Rapid Circle has launched its Microsoft Copilot AI Centre of Excellence in Melbourne, boosting AI-driven solutions across Australia and New Zealand.
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Australian firms encouraged to adopt platform strategies

Wed, 27th Nov 2024
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As Australia and New Zealand gear up for 2025, organisations are grappling with productivity and data management challenges, warns expert Mark Jobbins.
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Will AI replace automation?

Wed, 27th Nov 2024
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AI is reshaping automation, with tools like GPT-4 enhancing productivity, but experts argue that human insight is vital to navigate complexities.
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Matthew Winter joins Prophet as new Head of Engineering

Tue, 26th Nov 2024
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Matthew Winter has been appointed Head of Engineering at Prophet, enhancing its data ingestion capabilities as the company experiences significant growth.
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Okta works with OpenID for new enterprise identity security standard

Mon, 25th Nov 2024
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Okta leads a new initiative under the OpenID Foundation to establish the IPSIE standard, aiming to enhance identity security for enterprise applications.
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Rockwell & Microsoft bolster collaboration for industry AI

Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
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Rockwell Automation and Microsoft have expanded their partnership to provide advanced cloud and AI solutions, enhancing efficiency and sustainability for manufacturers.
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Akamai enhances cloud security & zero trust solutions

Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
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Akamai Technologies has enhanced its cloud security solutions, improving application performance and visibility for users on AWS and Azure amid rising cyber threats.
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StarTree unveils new features for real-time analytics

Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
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StarTree has unveiled new features to enhance data management and security, aiding enterprises in their shift towards real-time analytics.