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Samsung TVs integrate Microsoft Copilot

Samsung Electronics has announced a new integration of Microsoft Copilot with its 2025 lineup of TVs and Smart Monitors, building on Samsung’s commitment to offering more personalised and intelligent features on screen with Samsung Vision AI. With Copilot built into the display, users can access Microsoft’s AI companion through a simple voice command or click […]

August 28, 2025

NTT Data doubles down on Microsoft partnership

NTT Data, a specilaist in digital business and technology services, has announced its NTT Data business unit for Microsoft Cloud to meet rising demand for secure, AI-driven enterprise cloud transformation. The global unit brings together NTT Data’s technical expertise in Microsoft Cloud, security and AI solutions to accelerate cloud modernisation, scale Agentic AI and navigate […]

August 7, 2025

More job cuts at Microsoft

Microsoft has confirmed that it will lay off as many as 9,000 workers in its latest round of job cuts – the third of 2025. The cuts equate to around 4 per cent of the tech giant’s 228,000-strong global workforce. Microsoft said several divisions would be affected, with reports suggesting that its Xbox gaming division […]

July 3, 2025

Microsoft, Premier League digital partnership

The Premier League and Microsoft have announced a five-year strategic partnership designed to transform how 1.8 billion fans in 189 countries engage with the world’s most-watched football league. As part of the collaboration, Microsoft will become the official cloud and AI partner for the Premier League’s digital platforms, modernising the League’s digital infrastructure, broadcast match […]

July 2, 2025

Datapath announces Windows 11 compatibility for VSN processors and graphics products

Datapath, engineers of visual solutions, is now offering its VSN video wall controllers with full Microsoft Windows 11 compatibility. Available now across the full suite of VSN controllers and graphics products, Datapath’s latest graphics driver provides improved performance, and more flexibility when specifying hardware for multi-source / multi-end point video wall applications. With the default […]

July 1, 2025

Data: UK tops emergency data requests to Big Tech

The UK leads global demand for user data from Big Tech, including the number of emergency requests. For years, the UK government has been seeking user data from major tech companies such as Apple, Google, Meta and Microsoft, with the number of requests steadily rising. According to a report from cybersecurity company Surfshark, the UK […]

June 9, 2025

CMA: “Cloud market not working”; AWS responds

The Competition and Markets Authority’s (CMA) independent inquiry group has published provisional findings following an in-depth assessment into cloud services. It has provisionally found that competition is not working as well as it could be, which is likely to be leading to higher costs, less choice, less innovation and lower quality of service for businesses […]

January 28, 2025

FreeCast drives streaming entertainment on X-Stream

FreeCast and Evolve III have announced that FreeCast will power video streaming on the X-Stream cloud gaming system. This compact, cost-effective device leverages cloud-based technology to deliver high-quality gaming experiences through Microsoft’s Xbox Game Pass and Nvidia GeForce Now. The new device also integrates FreeCast’s comprehensive streaming platform, transforming the X-Stream from a gaming console […]

December 10, 2024

Microsoft chief heads UK council for creatives, AI

Microsoft UK CEO, Clare Barclay, has been appointed chair of the Industrial Strategy Advisory Council, heading up the UK government’s strategy on key sectors, including the creative industries and AI. “Whilst we fully embrace the industries of today, we must also have a clear plan for future growth, and the advisory council will play a […]

October 14, 2024

Avid enhances Media Composer

Avid has announced the latest update to its video editing software, Media Composer. This new version, Media Composer 2024.6, includes significant improvements such as a new Transcript Tool for PhraseFind, enhanced compatibility with Avid’s audio production software Pro Tools, and expanded availability of Avid Huddle, Avid’s cloud service for real-time collaborative edit sessions.  Version 2024.6 […]

July 30, 2024