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Microsoft’s AI Data Center Energy Pledge: Will It Really Protect Communities?

14 Jan 2026 news 🌍 North America

Microsoft vows to cover all electricity costs for its AI data centers and forgo local tax breaks, promising to shield communities from rising rates. But as Big Tech’s appetite for power grows, experts question whether these pledges truly protect residents—or simply soften the optics of an energy-hungry industry.

#Microsoft | #AI Data Centers | #Community Impact

Microsoft’s 2026 Patch Tuesday: Zero-Day Attack Exposed, 112 Flaws Fixed

14 Jan 2026 news 🌍 North America

Microsoft’s January 2026 Patch Tuesday unveils a zero-day flaw already exploited in the wild, along with over a hundred other vulnerabilities across Windows, Office, and Azure. Here’s what every organization needs to know.

#Microsoft | #Zero-Day | #Vulnerabilities

Microsoft Word Drops 'Send to Kindle' Feature: What Users Need to Know

11 Jan 2026 news 🌍 North America

Microsoft is phasing out Word’s direct 'Send to Kindle' export feature by February 2026, forcing users to switch to Amazon’s web-based alternative and raising concerns about the future of cross-platform document workflows.

#Microsoft | #Send to Kindle | #Word feature

Microsoft Tests Copilot Uninstall Policy for IT Admins | Netcrook Feature

10 Jan 2026 news 🌍 North America

Microsoft is quietly testing a new policy that allows IT admins to uninstall the Copilot AI assistant from managed Windows 11 devices—but only under strict conditions. Netcrook explores what’s changing, what’s not, and the broader implications for enterprise control.

#Microsoft | #Copilot AI | #IT Administrators

Microsoft’s MFA Deadline: Admins Face Lockout Without Enhanced Security

09 Jan 2026 news 🌍 North America

Microsoft is ending password-only logins for its Microsoft 365 admin center, mandating MFA for all admins by February 2026. Organizations must act or risk being locked out as cyberattacks surge.

#Microsoft | #Multi-Factor Authentication | #Cybersecurity

Microsoft’s MFA Deadline: Cloud Admins Face Lockouts Without Strong Authentication

09 Jan 2026 news 🌍 North America

Microsoft is mandating multi-factor authentication for access to the Microsoft 365 admin center, with a hard deadline of February 2026. Organizations that fail to comply risk losing access to critical cloud management portals, as Microsoft moves to combat rampant credential attacks and align with strict security frameworks.

#Microsoft | #Multi-Factor Authentication | #Cloud Security

Microsoft Exchange Online IMAP4 Outage: What Went Wrong?

08 Jan 2026 news 🌍 North America

Microsoft Exchange Online users faced another major disruption as a code conflict disabled IMAP4 mailbox access. This feature investigates the root cause, Microsoft’s response, and the growing questions about cloud service reliability.

#Microsoft | #Exchange Online | #IMAP4

Microsoft Reverses Course on Exchange Online Bulk Email Limits After Customer Backlash

07 Jan 2026 news 🌍 North America

Microsoft has scrapped its controversial plan to cap daily bulk emails on Exchange Online after widespread customer resistance. The tech giant now promises smarter, adaptive security measures, reflecting a shift toward intelligence-driven email abuse prevention.

#Microsoft | #Email Security | #Bulk Emails

How Misconfigured Email Routing Opens Doors to Internal Phishing Attacks

07 Jan 2026 news

Microsoft reveals a surge in phishing attacks exploiting email routing misconfigurations, allowing scammers to impersonate internal domains and target organizations with sophisticated scams. Discover how these attacks work and how to defend against them.

#Phishing | #Email Security | #Microsoft

Microsoft Drops Exchange Online Bulk Email Limits After Customer Outcry

07 Jan 2026 news 🌍 North America

Microsoft has scrapped its controversial plan to cap bulk email recipients in Exchange Online, following intense customer feedback. The move reflects the ongoing tug-of-war between spam prevention and operational flexibility for businesses.

#Microsoft | #Email Security | #Bulk Email