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Microsoft Starts Countdown to Dynamics GP End-of-Support

Dynamics GP, Microsoft's venerable enterprise resource planning (ERP) solution for midsized businesses, is set to lose support in four years.

Windows Recall Preview Starts Rolling Out with Windows 11 24H2

Microsoft on Tuesday began rolling out Windows 11 version 24H2, describing the update as a "full OS swap that contains new foundational elements required to deliver transformational Al experiences and exceptional performance."

Partners Forecast Trickle-Down Benefits from Microsoft's AI Focus

An IDC study sponsored by Microsoft highlights how embracing the company's AI efforts can boost the channel's bottom line.

Microsoft's Datacenter Energy Proposal Would Revive Part of Three Mile Island

If approved, a landmark energy agreement between Microsoft and Constellation Energy would reopen a unit of the Three Mile Island nuclear plant to provide power to Microsoft datacenters.

Windows App Released for Microsoft, Apple Devices

Windows App, a new interface for remotely accessing various Microsoft services, is now generally available.

Microsoft Commits Billions More for AI Infrastructure Fund

With user demand for its Copilot AI solutions on the rise, Microsoft has committed billions of dollars this year to expanding its datacenter footprint, both in the United States and abroad.

At Microsoft's Post-CrowdStrike Summit, Security Vendors Promise To Be Better

The dust hasn't settled on July's massive CrowdStrike outage that took down millions of Windows systems worldwide.

An Easy Way To Build AI Agents and More Microsoft 365 Copilot Updates

Microsoft on Monday unveiled its Microsoft 365 Copilot roadmap, describing the ability to create autonomous AI agents, a brand-new AI collaboration interface and a slew of app-specific AI features.

Microsoft Appoints Ex-GE Exec Its First COO Since 2016

Microsoft has a new chief operating officer (COO), its first since Kevin Turner left the role -- and the company -- in 2016.

Microsoft, Oracle Announce Updates to Joint Database IaaS Service

The Oracle Database@Azure infrastructure-as-a-service offering from Oracle and Microsoft is getting new capabilities, including integrations with key Microsoft data and security services.

2025 Support Cliffs Approaching for Exchange 2016, Dynamics 365 PSA

Microsoft recently sounded the warning bell for two of its products, Exchange Server 2016 and Dynamics 365 Project Service Automation (PSA), both of which are set to reach end-of-support milestones next year.

Windows Recall To Finally See Daylight in October Preview

After postponing the public debut of its controversial Windows Recall AI feature, Microsoft is has finally settled on releasing it as a broad preview in October.

'Unified' Microsoft Teams App Released for Windows, macOS

In preview since March, Microsoft's new "unified" Teams application for Windows 11, Windows 10 and macOS is now generally available.

Microsoft Loop Receives Redesign, New Features

Microsoft Loop, the online collaborative platform within Microsoft 365, is receiving a significant redesign along with several new features.

Microsoft Phasing Out Action Packs, Gold and Silver Benefits by 2025

Microsoft has set an end date for several legacy partner benefits: Jan. 22, 2025.

Microsoft Brings Face Verification Technology to Entra

A new facial recognition technology dubbed Face Check is now available on Microsoft Entra Verified ID.

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Microsoft, Palantir Partner on AI for U.S. Gov't Agencies

Microsoft and Palantir, a data fusion platform provider, are collaborating on an AI, analytics and cloud offering targeted at U.S. defense and intelligence agencies.

Dell Plans Sales Layoffs To Hone AI Focus

Dell is preparing for a major reorganization that includes creating a new AI sales unit and potentially laying off thousands of personnel.

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U.S. Finds Google a Search and Advertising Monopoly

After years of litigation, a federal court on Monday determined that Google used anti-competitive practices to secure and maintain its market dominance in Internet search and advertising.

Amid Foundry Struggles, Intel Embarks on Major Restructuring

Chip giant Intel is expected to lay off thousands of employees by the end of this year in response to a disappointing earnings report.