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Enterprise Applications

Clever Division Sales: Streamlined Payment Processing for Dynamics 365

Red Maple has unveiled an innovative new product, Clever Division Sales, that integrates seamless payment processing within Microsoft Dynamics 365 Sales, streamlining workflows and boosting operational efficiency for businesses. Notably, Clever Division Sales addresses core business needs by simplifying payment management while enhancing security. Comprehensive Payment Solution Clever Division Sales stands out due to its comprehensive nature, enabling sales teams

October 14, 2024

Cyber Security

Is Your PC Safe? Microsoft Patch Fixes 118 Flaws, Including Zero-Days

Microsoft has rolled out a significant security update addressing 118 vulnerabilities across its software suite. Out of these, two are zero-day flaws that are actively exploited in the wild. This update underscores the constant battle against cyber threats and the importance of staying ahead in the cybersecurity game. The Scope of Microsoft’s October Patch Breakdown of Vulnerabilities Microsoft’s latest update

October 10, 2024

End User Computing

Is Your Windows 11 Ready for the Mandated Upgrade to Version 24H2?

As Microsoft gears up to end the service for Windows 11, version 22H2, the necessity for users to upgrade to the latest version, Windows 11 24H2, becomes increasingly urgent. This change marks a significant transition point as the company ceases support for several editions of Windows 11, including Home, Pro, Pro Education, Pro Workstations, and SE, as well as Windows

October 10, 2024

Cloud

Microsoft’s Bootcamp Empowering Underserved Groups for Tech Careers

Microsoft, in collaboration with Generation, a non-profit organization, has launched an initiative aimed at democratizing access to technology education and fostering employment opportunities in the tech industry. The Azure Cloud Practitioners bootcamp is particularly transformative for individuals from underserved backgrounds, offering a pathway to tech careers that were previously out of reach. For a sector that has been notoriously difficult

October 7, 2024

Data Centres and Virtualization

Microsoft Partners with ESB to Launch Green Hydrogen Data Center in Dublin

Microsoft has made a groundbreaking move in its quest for sustainability by collaborating with the Electricity Supply Board (ESB) to introduce green hydrogen as a primary power source for its data center in Dublin. This initiative represents a significant step towards reducing carbon emissions and setting a benchmark for the tech industry’s future energy solutions. Hydrogen fuel cells will be

October 2, 2024

Cyber Security

Vanilla Tempest Targets U.S. Healthcare with New INC Ransomware Strain

In a recent cybersecurity alert, Microsoft Threat Intelligence flagged a formidable ransomware group known as Vanilla Tempest for specifically targeting healthcare organizations in the United States. Vanilla Tempest has been a growing menace since its emergence in June 2021, attacking various sectors including education and IT. Their latest offensive focuses on a fresh ransomware variant called “INC,” presenting a new

September 27, 2024

IT Digital Transformation

How Will Microsoft and Firstsource Revolutionize Business with AI?

In an era where digital transformation is no longer just an option but a necessity, Microsoft and Firstsource Solutions have embarked on a groundbreaking strategic partnership poised to reshape the business landscape with AI-driven solutions. The collaboration aims to harness the power of Microsoft’s Azure OpenAI Service, combined with Firstsource’s extensive expertise, to offer cutting-edge, AI-powered innovations to enterprises worldwide.

September 26, 2024

Cyber Security

Is Your ARM-Based Windows System Vulnerable to CVE-2024-37985?

Microsoft has recently issued a critical alert regarding CVE-2024-37985, a significant vulnerability affecting ARM-based Windows systems. This vulnerability has been disclosed to the public and is rated as “Important” with a Common Vulnerability Scoring System (CVSS) score of 5.9. The identified flaw within the Windows kernel may allow an attacker to access heap memory from a privileged process on a

September 26, 2024

Data Centres and Virtualization

Microsoft Revives Nuclear Power to Fuel AI-Driven Data Centers

In an unprecedented move, Microsoft has entered into a strategic partnership with Constellation Energy to bring the decommissioned Three Mile Island nuclear power plant back online. As AI continues to revolutionize various industries, the tech giant’s decision marks a significant shift toward harnessing nuclear energy to meet the escalating power demands of its data centers. This initiative underscores the evolving

September 23, 2024

AI and ML

Can Microsoft’s Windows Agent Arena Define the Future of AI Assistants?

Microsoft has made a significant leap in the development of artificial intelligence by unveiling the Windows Agent Arena (WAA). This dynamic benchmark seeks to evaluate the performance of AI agents within realistic Windows environments. With a focus on accelerating the development of AI assistants capable of executing complex tasks, the WAA offers a reproducible testing environment that closely mirrors human

September 18, 2024

IT Digital Transformation

How Will Firstsource and Microsoft Drive Digital Transformation?

The recent collaboration between RP-Sanjiv Goenka Group’s business process management (BPM) services company, Firstsource Solutions Limited, and tech giant Microsoft promises to deliver significant advancements in digital transformation services. By leveraging Microsoft’s advanced technologies such as Azure OpenAI Service, Azure AI Search, and Azure AI-Language, Firstsource aims to provide generative AI-powered solutions that maximize the potential of enterprise data. These

September 17, 2024

Cyber Security

Can Microsoft Prevent Future IT Outages Like the CrowdStrike Incident?

In a recent vow to enhance security measures, Microsoft has taken significant steps to address the infamous CrowdStrike incident of July 2024, which brought to light various vulnerabilities in Windows operating systems. The CrowdStrike Incident: A Catalyst for Change Overview of the Incident The CrowdStrike incident caused massive global outages by preventing Windows operating systems from booting correctly, highlighting the

September 16, 2024