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Building the ‘data dividend’ for citizens

In cities worldwide, a transformation is occurring, driven by the ability to pull insights from data. New research shows that government organizations worldwide stand to gain $206 billion in value over the next four years by connecting data streams, using new analytics tools, and delivering insights to more people.

Microsoft’s approach for the next urban decade

“The Next Urban Decade: Critical Challenges & Opportunities“ plenary discussion at World Cities Summit earlier this month focused on the current and future development of cities. Microsoft Corporate Vice President Worldwide Public Sector, shares her insight in this latest blog post, into how city leaders can overcome these challenge by taking a people-first approach to innovation that empowers citizens, businesses and governments.

Data privacy and security among key concerns at Cities and Big Data Summit

At the Cities and Big Data Summit, Microsoft’s Vice President of Asia Public Sector Stefan Sjöström led a discussion around data analytics, and shared how the role of a ‘data alchemist’ could help governments better enjoy the benefits of Big Data. Kelly Ng reports.

Microsoft Bangladesh appoints Sonia Bashir Kabir as Country Manager

Microsoft today announced Ms Sonia Bashir Kabir as the new Country Manager for Bangladesh. Ms Kabir’s appointment takes effect immediately, taking over the role previously held by Mr Pubudu Basyaneke, who has led operations in Bangladesh since 2012.

100,000 Myanmar citizens to be trained and equipped with workforce-ready cloud technology skills

The Myanma Computer Company (MCC) today inked a strategic alliance with Microsoft that will see 100,000 people trained and equipped with workforce-ready IT skills over the next three years. Under the alliance, the MCC will offer new programs in cloud computing and other emerging technologies in association with Microsoft.

Why more women should consider technology careers

Technology has long been a male-dominated industry. While the scale has tipped slightly – 27 percent of IT professionals today are women – there is more to be done to bridge the gender gap. Clair Deevy, Microsoft’s Citizenship Lead for Asia Pacific, explains why government, education and community leaders should inspire more young women to enter the IT field – and how.

Microsoft reaffirms its commitment in the battle against cybercrime

Keshav Dhakad, Regional Director of Intellectual Property and Digital Crimes Unit, shares how Microsoft’s decades of experience in successfully protecting its customers from cybercriminals has enabled it to retain the advantage in the fight against cybercrime.

Announcing the finalists of Imagine Cup 2014

Imagine Cup student teams built projects that are fun, fascinating, surprising, and even life-changing. And now Microsoft will fly 35 top teams to Seattle at the end of July for the 2014 World Finals.

Meeting regulatory standards with the Cloud

Financial institutions and private sectors are subjected to strict regulatory standards, yet they are expected to deliver quality services to customers. Learn how to choose the right cloud that best serve the interests of your customers and yourself.

ICT skills identified as the key to business success in Vietnam

Microsoft works with the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI) to strengthen the potential of the local business community through training on emerging ICT platforms and systems. This article showcases Microsoft’s support for Vietnam’s vision for economic growth through IT advancement.

Microsoft provides Internet connectivity to fisherfolk in the Philippines

Using TV White Spaces, Microsoft and the Philippines government establish Internet connectivity in rural fisherfolk communities, allowing citizens access to services as well as playing a vital role in disaster recovery efforts.

Post XP-End of Service: Prepping for an OS migration (1)

Migrating to a new operating system is never an easy task. Several experts from Computer Emergency Response Teams (CERTs) recognize the barriers of a large scale migration, and outline how companies and government agencies can make the migration in manageable phases.