Cloud Computing
The latest Cloud Computing coverage — news, analysis, and updates from the WindowsNews.AI desk.
CMA delays cloud report to August 2024, probing AWS, Azure, GCP egress fees and licensing
The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has postponed its final report on the cloud computing market, originally due in April 2024, raising questions about potential regulatory actions...
Microsoft Faces FTC Antitrust Investigation Over AI and Cloud Dominance - What You Need to Know
Microsoft finds itself under renewed regulatory scrutiny as the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) launches a major antitrust investigation into the tech giant's business practices. This comes amid...
Microsoft Completes Construction of Azure Availability Zones in Saudi Arabia: A Milestone in Cloud Infrastructure
In December 2024, Microsoft announced the completion of construction on all three Azure Availability Zones in Saudi Arabia's Eastern Province, marking a significant advancement in the region's cloud...
Google Workspace vs Microsoft 365: Real-time collaboration or advanced desktop features?
In today's digital workplace, choosing between Google Workspace and Microsoft 365 can significantly impact your productivity and collaboration. Both suites offer powerful cloud-based tools, but they...
Microsoft Hit With £1 Billion UK Class Action Over Alleged Cloud Pricing Monopoly
Microsoft is facing a massive £1 billion ($1.3 billion) class action lawsuit in the UK over allegations it abused its market dominance to overcharge customers for cloud services. The claim, filed...
How Avinash Khanderi Transforms Data Engineering with Azure and Databricks
Avinash Khanderi: Revolutionizing Data Engineering with Azure and Databricks In the rapidly evolving world of cloud computing and data engineering, few names stand out as prominently as Avinash...
Microsoft Azure's Adaptive Cloud Strategy: Unifying AI, Edge, and Hybrid Infrastructure
As artificial intelligence reshapes the business landscape, organizations are confronting unprecedented demands on their technology infrastructure that extend far beyond traditional IT paradigms....
Microsoft's Licensing Legal Battle: What It Means for Cloud Computing Competition
Microsoft is facing renewed antitrust scrutiny over its cloud licensing practices, sparking debates about fair competition in the rapidly growing cloud computing market. The UK's Competition and...
Microsoft Faces £1 Billion UK Lawsuit Over Alleged Anti-Competitive Cloud Licensing
Microsoft is facing a £1 billion class action lawsuit in the UK over allegations of anti-competitive cloud licensing practices that allegedly disadvantaged customers. The claim, filed with the UK's...
Google Challenges Microsoft with €100M Cloud Incentive Program in Europe
Google has launched a bold €100 million initiative to lure European businesses away from Microsoft's Azure cloud platform, escalating the cloud wars in a key antitrust battleground. The move comes...
Windows 12 vs Linux: Is Waiting Worth It? A Deep Dive into Features, Performance, and Privacy
The tech world is abuzz with rumors about Windows 12, Microsoft's next-generation operating system, while Linux continues to gain traction as a powerful, open-source alternative. This comparison...
Microsoft vs Meta: AI Dividends or Growth? Which Tech Giant Fits Your Portfolio
The tech industry is witnessing an unprecedented AI arms race, with Meta Platforms (formerly Facebook) and Microsoft Corporation emerging as two of the most compelling investment opportunities. While...