Microsoft stories - Page 43
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.
Phishing attacks rise in 2024 with AI-driven tactics
Fri, 3rd Jan 2025
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phishing
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email security
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payment technologies
Cybersecurity experts report a sharp rise in phishing attacks in 2024, with 94% of organisations affected and AI tactics in 67.4% of incidents.
CloudSEK report reveals surge in complex cyber threats
Wed, 1st Jan 2025
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firewalls
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ransomware
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mfa
CloudSEK's 2024 Threat Landscape Report reveals a staggering 994TB of data exfiltrated, with ransomware demands averaging over USD $2 million.
Abnormal Security named leader in Gartner email security
Mon, 30th Dec 2024
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cloud security
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email security
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llms
Abnormal Security has earned recognition as a Leader in the first-ever Gartner Magic Quadrant for Email Security Platforms, showcasing its innovative AI solutions.
SES launches two O3b mPOWER satellites via SpaceX Falcon 9
Mon, 30th Dec 2024
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uc
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dr
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spacetech
SES has successfully launched its seventh and eighth O3b mPOWER satellites aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9, enhancing its medium Earth orbit constellation.
CISA mandates secure cloud baselines for US agencies
Fri, 27th Dec 2024
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saas
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data protection
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cloud security
CISA has mandated federal agencies to implement SCuBA Secure Configuration Baselines for Microsoft 365 by mid-2025 to combat rising cyber threats.
Experts predict rise in AI compute threats by 2025
Fri, 27th Dec 2024
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siem
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cloud security
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supply chain
In 2025, attacks on cloud workloads will evolve, with a rise in lateral movement, data exfiltration, and targeted threats against AI compute resources, warns Andrew Krug.
Digicert ONE now available via Microsoft Azure Marketplace
Tue, 24th Dec 2024
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saas
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data protection
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cloud security
DigiCert has launched its ONE solutions on the Microsoft Azure Marketplace, enhancing digital trust management for customers and streamlining procurement.
CSIS report reveals surge in sophisticated cyber threats
Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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edutech
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ransomware
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phishing
CSIS Security Group's latest Threat Matrix report highlights a surge in cyberattacks, revealing over one billion compromised credentials on the dark web each month.
AI-driven data governance to be key by 2025, says expert
Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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data protection
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mfa
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supply chain
By 2025, data governance, AI, and multi-factor authentication will become crucial as firms navigate increasing regulatory pressures and cybersecurity threats.
Fastly unveils AI Accelerator for Azure AI & ChatGPT
Wed, 18th Dec 2024
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genai
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microsoft
Fastly has launched its AI Accelerator, promising nine times faster response times for AI applications, now supporting Microsoft Azure AI Foundry and OpenAI ChatGPT.
Snowflake enhances platform with AI & security features
Fri, 13th Dec 2024
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data analytics
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hyperscale
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martech
Snowflake unveils upgrades to its platform, enhancing data management and AI capabilities with advanced security features for enterprises.
Microsoft opens first hyperscale data centre in New Zealand
Thu, 12th Dec 2024
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power / energy
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ai
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clean technologies
Microsoft has launched its first hyperscale data centre in New Zealand, enhancing local productivity and promising significant tech advancements.
Suncorp partners with Microsoft to harness AI & cloud tech
Wed, 11th Dec 2024
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cx
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martech
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genai
Suncorp has partnered with Microsoft for five years to enhance AI and cloud technology across its operations, aiming to improve efficiency and customer service.
December Patch Tuesday reveals 70 vulnerabilities
Wed, 11th Dec 2024
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ransomware
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iam
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cybersecurity
This December, Microsoft addresses 70 vulnerabilities, including 16 critical remote code execution flaws, in its latest Patch Tuesday update.
Experts forecast major shifts in cybersecurity by 2025
Wed, 11th Dec 2024
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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genai
Cybersecurity experts predict significant shifts by 2025, with Active Directory becoming a prime target and critical infrastructure facing escalating threats.
Varonis expands data security support to include Databricks
Mon, 9th Dec 2024
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data protection
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hyperscale
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cloud security
Varonis expands its data security capabilities to include Databricks, enhancing protection for enterprise data used by 60% of Fortune 500 companies.
Bitcoin surpasses USD $100K, enters top seven assets
Thu, 5th Dec 2024
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crypto
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blockchain
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defi
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.
Gigamon wins Frost & Sullivan award for market leadership
Thu, 5th Dec 2024
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hybrid cloud
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hyperscale
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cx
Gigamon has clinched Frost & Sullivan's 2024 Best Practices Market Leadership Award for its outstanding performance in the Global Network Packet Brokers Industry.
Lineaje report reveals open source vulnerabilities rise
Thu, 5th Dec 2024
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malware
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supply chain
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cybersecurity
A new report by Lineaje reveals that over 95% of security vulnerabilities stem from open-source dependencies, highlighting critical risks for organisations.
Rapid7 expands MXDR service to better support AWS users
Wed, 4th Dec 2024
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semiconductors
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hyperscale
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cloud security
Rapid7 expands its Managed Extended Detection and Response service to enhance support for Amazon Web Services, boosting cloud security for millions of users.