Microsoft moves closer to building a working quantum computer
Microsoft developed a method to control quantum information using Majorana Zero Modes (MZMs), particles that store quantum data in a way that minimizes errors.
Generative AI adoption soars as PH businesses unlock growth
Generative AI (GenAI adoption among Philippine businesses is growing, according to the 2024 IDC x Microsoft Business Opportunity of AI report. The report noted that 75% of companies globally now…
Microsoft report highlights nation-state actors’ collaborations in cyberattacks
Nation-state actors take center stage in the Microsoft Digital Defense Report 2024, which also underscores the increasing use of artificial intelligence (AI) in cyberattacks this year. Microsoft revealed that nation-state…
Kaspersky reports over 23 million brute-force attempts in SEA
Kaspersky, a global cybersecurity company, revealed it blocked more than 23 million brute-force attacks targeting businesses in Southeast Asia (SEA) during the first half of 2024. These attacks exploited weak…
Microsoft boosts cybersecurity with Security Copilot
Microsoft is advancing cybersecurity with its (artificial intelligence) AI-driven tool, Security Copilot, which enhances security operations for businesses and organizations. The tool leverages global threat intelligence and best practices to…
Microsoft unveils Copilot Agents to enhance business efficiency
Microsoft has introduced its latest AI-driven technology, Copilot Agents, with the promise of transforming business operations in the Philippines. These autonomous agents are designed to automate routine tasks, enhance customer…
Microsoft: Cybercriminals collaborate with nation-states in cyber attacks
Microsoft’s fifth annual Digital Defense Report highlights a troubling trend: nation-state actors are teaming up with cybercriminals to launch attacks. This collaboration has resulted in over 600 million potential attacks…
OpenAI secures $6.6 billion funding to fuel AI advancements
OpenAI has raised $6.6 billion in venture capital funding, with the investment led by Thrive Capital. This financial boost will help the AI company expand its capabilities, particularly in generative…
Searce names Ferdie Saputil as country director for the Philippines
Searce, a modern tech consultancy, has appointed Ferdie Saputil as its new country director for the Philippines, effective May 27, 2024. Saputil will focus on driving cloud and (artificial intelligence)…
Pru Life UK’s new fund lets Filipinos invest in global tech
Insurer Pru Life UK has introduced the PRULink Global Tech Navigator Fund, giving Filipino investors a new opportunity to access the growing global tech industry. The peso-denominated fund is powered…
Gartner reports cloud market grows by 16.2% in 2023
The worldwide infrastructure as a service (IaaS) market increased by 16.2% in 2023 to reach $140 billion, up from $120 billion in 2022, according to research and consulting firm Gartner.…
Nvidia overtakes Microsoft to become world’s most valuable company
Chipmaker Nvidia has soared past Microsoft to become the world’s most valuable company. Nvidia, known for its advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) technology, has seen a surge in its stock…
Microsoft ramps up AI innovation with intro of Copilot+ PCs
Microsoft has introduced Copilot+ PCs, a new category of Windows devices designed with advanced artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities. These new PCs boast powerful new silicon capable of over 40 trillion…
Microsoft’s AI training initiative targets 2.5 million in Asean
Microsoft has unveiled plans to equip 2.5 million individuals across Asean member states with essential AI (artificial intelligence) skills by 2025. The initiative, announced by the tech giant, aims to…
Microsoft reports strong growth in Q3
Microsoft Corp. reported a revenue of $61.9 billion, marking a significant increase of 17% for the quarter ending March 31, 2024. The tech giant showcased robust growth across various sectors…
NVIDIA enhances Microsoft’s Phi-3 mini language models for open environments
NVIDIA is enhancing Microsoft’s Phi-3 Mini open language model by integrating NVIDIA TensorRT-LLM. This open-source library aims to optimize large language model inference when operating on NVIDIA GPUs, spanning from…
Microsoft introduces AI-powered cybersecurity solution
The cybersecurity unit of tech giant Microsoft introduced an (artificial intelligence) AI-driven solution, Secure Future Initiative, designed to respond to escalating cyber attacks. “As more Filipinos embrace digital technologies, it…
Microsoft launches AI workplace assistant Microsoft Copilot
Microsoft continues to harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) in developing products and services. This time, the technology giant launched the Microsoft Copilot, an AI assistant that will be…
Microsoft expands use of AI with innovations
Determined to make use of artificial intelligence (AI) technology across industries, technology giant Microsoft highlighted its innovations and partnerships at the annual Microsoft Inspire 2023. Central to this innovation is…
IDC: Public cloud revenues reach $500 billion in 2022
Global public cloud revenues increased by 22.9% or $545.8 billion in 2022 with Software as a Service – Applications (SaaS – Applications) posting the highest growth. The latest data from…
Microsoft: Hackers’ use of BEC leads to spike in cyber attacks
The fourth edition of Cyber Signals, Microsoft’s cyberthreat intelligence brief spotlighting security trends, saw a 38% increase in Cybercrime-as-a-Service utilizing business email compromise (BEC) between the 2019 and 2022. Cybercriminals…
Microsoft: Workers want to leverage AI to lessen workload
A study by Microsoft shows that given the opportunity, 78% of respondents in the Asia Pacific (APAC) region would like to leverage artificial intelligence (AI) to help them in reducing…
Microsoft Security Copilot leverages AI to boost cyberdefense
Microsoft is intensifying the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in its cybersecurity solutions with the launch of Microsoft Security Copilot. The cybersecurity unit of the technology giant aims to provide…
ATRAM enhances data management with Microsoft solutions
ATR Asset Management (ATRAM) Group, an independent asset and wealth management firm, has Microsoft Azure API Management and Azure Synapse Analytics into its system. With Microsoft’s multi-cloud management platform and…
Microsoft introduces ‘command center’ for enterprise supply chain
Microsoft Corp. recently announced the Microsoft Supply Chain Platform, which hopes to help organizations maximize their supply chain data estate investment with an open approach, bringing the best of Microsoft…
Linking of IT systems poses risk to critical infrastructure — Microsoft
While the convergence of infrastructure systems can offer simplified operations, it can also open up more vulnerabilities to the networks. The recent Microsoft Cyber Signals report highlights the wider risks…
Password attacks per second increased by 74% in the past year — Microsoft
In its latest report on the current state of cybersecurity, technology giant Microsoft found attackers continue to use ransomware and phishing in their cyber attacks. The report shares unique insights…
NVIDIA, Microsoft to build ‘massive’ cloud AI computer
NVIDIA and Microsoft are set to build what is considered to be one of the most powerful AI supercomputers in the world on the Azure platform. Azure’s cloud-based AI supercomputer…
Microsoft launches new Surface devices
In celebration of Microsoft Surface’s 10th anniversary, the technology giant unveiled three new Surface devices: the Surface Pro 9, Surface Laptop 5, and Surface Studio 2+. Here is a quick…
Microsoft study finds hybrid work creates disconnect in workforce
While there is a heightened conversation about hybrid work as the world eases through the COVID-19 pandemic, the new study from Microsoft revealed that it is creating a growing disconnect…
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