Microsoft latest news
Here are some of the latest news and updates from Microsoft:
Recent Announcements:
- Microsoft Teams now has 20 million daily active users: Microsoft announced that its communication and collaboration platform, Microsoft Teams, has reached 20 million daily active users, making it one of the fastest-growing business applications in the company's history.
- Microsoft launches Azure Arc: Microsoft launched Azure Arc, a new cloud-based platform that allows customers to manage and monitor their on-premises and edge computing environments from a single pane of glass.
- Microsoft announces new Surface devices: Microsoft announced new Surface devices, including the Surface Laptop 3, Surface Pro 7, and Surface Earbuds, which feature improved performance, battery life, and design.
- Microsoft acquires Affirmed Networks: Microsoft acquired Affirmed Networks, a company that specializes in cloud-native network functions, to enhance its Azure cloud platform and provide more advanced networking capabilities to its customers.
- Microsoft launches Microsoft 365 Personal and Family: Microsoft launched Microsoft 365 Personal and Family, a new subscription service that includes Microsoft Office, Windows, and other productivity tools, as well as advanced security and protection features.
Recent Research and Development:
- Microsoft develops AI-powered chatbot for healthcare: Microsoft developed an AI-powered chatbot that can help healthcare professionals communicate with patients more effectively and provide personalized care.
- Microsoft creates AI-powered tool for detecting breast cancer: Microsoft created an AI-powered tool that can help detect breast cancer more accurately and quickly than human radiologists.
- Microsoft develops AI-powered tool for predicting natural disasters: Microsoft developed an AI-powered tool that can help predict natural disasters, such as hurricanes and wildfires, more accurately and quickly than traditional methods.
Recent Partnerships and Collaborations:
- Microsoft partners with AT&T to develop 5G network: Microsoft partnered with AT&T to develop a 5G network that will provide faster and more reliable connectivity for businesses and consumers.
- Microsoft partners with SAP to develop cloud-based ERP solution: Microsoft partnered with SAP to develop a cloud-based ERP solution that will help businesses manage their financial, supply chain, and customer relationship management processes more effectively.
- Microsoft partners with Accenture to develop AI-powered solutions: Microsoft partnered with Accenture to develop AI-powered solutions that will help businesses automate their operations and improve their decision-making processes.
Recent Awards and Recognition:
- Microsoft wins 2020 Microsoft Partner of the Year award: Microsoft won the 2020 Microsoft Partner of the Year award for its work with its partners to develop innovative solutions and services.
- Microsoft named one of the most innovative companies in the world: Microsoft was named one of the most innovative companies in the world by Fast Company, a leading business publication.
- Microsoft recognized for its diversity and inclusion efforts: Microsoft was recognized for its diversity and inclusion efforts, including its commitment to hiring and promoting more women and minorities in the technology industry.