On November 19, 2024, Microsoft introduced Azure Local, a cloud-connected infrastructure for distributed locations enabled by Azure Arc. This new solution allows businesses to operate and scale their infrastructure locally while maintaining cloud capabilities. Azure Local is now available globally, providing enterprises with the
Effective November 27, 2024, a Microsoft Azure OpenAI view is available in Azure Cost Management. This new overview makes it easier to analyze, monitor and optimize Azure OpenAI costs. What is this Microsoft Azure OpenAI view? Within Azure Cost Management, you can now
On November 27, 2024, Microsoft announced an exciting update to Azure Copilot, integrating Cost Analysis into Copilot-generated responses. Azure Copilot now includes Cost Analysis features, enhancing your ability to manage and optimize cloud costs. This update is available immediately and requires no additional configuration.
On November 19, 2024, Red Hat announced the availability of Red Hat JBoss Enterprise Application Platform (JBoss EAP) 8 on Microsoft Azure. This fully supported, jointly produced solution offers a pathway for Java application modernization. What is Red Hat JBoss Enterprise Application
Starting November 2024, Microsoft Azure will implement a new policy to block and delete unused subscriptions. This change impacts various licensing programs, including the Cloud Solution Provider (CSP) program. What Changed in the Azure Subscription policy? Previously, unused subscriptions were not automatically blocked
On October 16, 2024, Microsoft announced the general availability of Azure Cobalt 100-based Virtual Machines (VMs). These VMs are powered by Microsoft’s custom-designed Cobalt 100 ARM processors, offering significant improvements in performance and efficiency. Azure Cobalt 100-based VMs are available in multiple regions, including
Microsoft has introduced several Azure AI updates to enhance customization and support for new models. These updates, including fine-tuning for GPT-4o and GPT-4o mini are now available for users to leverage in their AI applications. What is Azure AI? Azure AI is
On September 24, 2024, Microsoft announced the introduction of Data Zones in the Azure OpenAI Service. The new Azure Data Zones deployment type will be available in the coming month. This new feature enhances data processing and storage options, providing customers with more flexibility
Effective September 15, 2024, the Entra Admin Center and the Azure Management Portal will no longer serve for license assignments. From now, administrators will only be able to use the Microsoft 365 Admin Center to assign licenses. Reasons for the Change Microsoft wants
Microsoft has announced changes to the management of licenses for Dynamics 365 Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) applications. Starting April 30, 2025, enhanced license reporting will be available in the Power Platform Admin Center, showing license usage across all security roles (find more below). Users who do not meet license requirements
Coming end of May 2025, Microsoft introduces a greatly improved and expanded Microsoft 365 Copilot experience, called Microsoft 365 Copilot Wave 2. Furthermore, the new Copilot Control System lets you manage, govern, and measure Copilot and agents across your organization. Microsoft 365 Copilot Wave 2: A New Copilot Experience
Effective April 8, 2025, Copilot in Azure is available. Accessible through the Azure Management Portal, Copilot is designed to assist you in answering questions, completing tasks, and exploring Azure services. What is Microsoft Copilot in Azure? Microsoft Copilot in Azure is an AI-powered assistant integrated into the Azure Management