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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.
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Huawei ranks #6 among world’s most innovative companies for 2020
Fri, 3rd Jul 2020
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Apple, Alphabet, Amazon, Microsoft and Huawei occupy the top spots, followed by Alibaba, IBM, Sony and Facebook.
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Commvault partners with Microsoft to deliver SaaS and cloud technology
Thu, 2nd Jul 2020
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Commvault and Microsoft ink a multi-year deal to integrate Metallic SaaS on Azure, enhancing data protection and cloud technology scalability.
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Micro Focus launches solutions designed to aid modernisation
Wed, 1st Jul 2020
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Micro Focus launches Visual COBOL 6.0 and Enterprise Suite 6.0 to aid modernisation and innovation in core business systems.
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Colt extends SD-WAN offering for customers moving to cloud
Fri, 26th Jun 2020
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Colt launches multi-cloud access for enterprises via its SD WAN platform, offering improved security, agility, and latency.
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Former Salesforce, Microsoft security exec to lead Zoom security team
Fri, 26th Jun 2020
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Zoom has announced the appointment of former Microsoft and Salesforce executive Jason Lee as its new chief information security officer.
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Things are getting personal with Microsoft Teams
Tue, 23rd Jun 2020
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Microsoft Teams introduces new features to help users manage work and personal life, allowing seamless collaboration, sharing, and organisation.
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Nutanix strengthens Desktop as a Service solution
Tue, 23rd Jun 2020
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Nutanix strengthens its DaaS solution, Xi Frame, with enhanced security, flexibility, and availability for enterprise customers.
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Australian Department of Defence selects Microsoft Azure for new ERP platform
Tue, 23rd Jun 2020
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The Australian Department of Defence has chosen Azure to host SAP/4HANA for its new ERP platform, connecting its Protected Network to Azure AU Central.
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How a NZ business keeps staff connected and productive across the country
Mon, 22nd Jun 2020
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Voyager Internet keeps over 100 employees in Auckland, Christchurch, and Wellington connected and productive using Microsoft Teams and Microsoft 365.
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SAS announces latest version of Viya, bringing advanced analytics to businesses
Fri, 19th Jun 2020
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SAS releases SAS Viya 4 with enhanced analytics functionality for the cloud, including AI capabilities and ease of use.
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Google & Parallels to bring Windows apps to Chrome Enterprise
Thu, 18th Jun 2020
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Google partners with Parallels to bring Windows apps, including Microsoft Office, to Chrome Enterprise, enhancing Chromebook functionality later this year.
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Microsoft releases latest edition of Security Endpoints Threats report
Wed, 17th Jun 2020
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Microsoft's latest Security Endpoints Threats report highlights a persistent gap in cyber threat exposure between APAC's developed and developing nations.
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Blonde Robot signs ANZ distribution deal with Studio Network Solutions
Wed, 17th Jun 2020
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As part of the agreement, Blonde Robot will now be distributing SNS’s EVO shared storage workflow server in the two countries.
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Interview: Dell explores the core tenets of multi-cloud
Tue, 16th Jun 2020
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Multi-cloud is more than just an IT strategy, it requires a cultural shift and long-term planning, says Dell Technologies ANZ CTO Melissa Osborne.
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SAS and Microsoft form strategic partnership
Tue, 16th Jun 2020
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SAS’ AI and analytics more tightly integrate with Microsoft Azure; Microsoft to bring cloud-based SAS industry solutions to its customers.
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Poly unveils Room Solutions for Microsoft Teams Rooms
Tue, 16th Jun 2020
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Poly’s Room Solution for Teams Rooms comes in a variety of different configurations for different room sizes, depending on individual requirements.
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LMS365 deploys new UK & Germany data centres
Mon, 15th Jun 2020
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LMS365 deploys new data centres in the UK and Germany to meet evolving data governance needs, leveraging Microsoft Azure to enhance its learning platform.
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Nintex announces availability of Workflow Cloud in ANZ
Mon, 15th Jun 2020
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Nintex Workflow Cloud can now be used in Australia in New Zealand, Nintex announced today, via a Microsoft Azure data centre in Victoria, Australia.
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Microsoft, Snowflake and Cognizant amongst the big winners at Qlik partner awards
Mon, 15th Jun 2020
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The annual awards honour achievement and innovation for joint customer success across several different categories.
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Asia Pacific enterprises eyeing SD-WAN - survey
Mon, 15th Jun 2020
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A Barracuda Networks survey reveals 62% of Australian organisations are embracing SD-WAN, with financial services leading adoption in Asia Pacific.