Microsoft On the Issues

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News and perspectives on legal, public policy and philanthropic topics for #Microsoft

Redmond, WA blogs.microsoft.com/on-the-issues/ Joined February 2009

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Microsoft On the Issues @MSFTIssues Oct 22

Understanding AI often begins with someone people trust. Like a teacher or librarian.

Learn how Microsoft is working with community leaders to pair local expertise with training and resources that help people build skills for the future.

msft.it/6015aaxr9

Four professionals engage in discussion around a laptop at a workspace, collaborating on community initiatives. Text reads: 'New community initiatives put local leaders at the center of AI opportunity.'

A woman and a young girl smile at each other in a library aisle filled with books. The woman, in a light blue shirt, holds a book open, while the girl, wearing a green sweater, looks at it with interest. Text reads: 'Partnering with the Public Library Association to support community libraries.'

A diverse group of people indoors, engaging with an interactive display. Some smile and observe closely, while one woman in sunglasses stands out with long curly hair. Text at the bottom reads, 'Strengthening local nonprofits.'

A woman with glasses and a gray cardigan helps a young girl in a denim shirt at a desk. The background shows a classroom environment with books and educational materials. Text includes 'Supporting educators with grants, training, and technology.'

Microsoft On the Issues @MSFTIssues 3d

More capable AI doesn’t mean giving up control.

As agentic AI evolves, people still decide what it can access, actions it can take, and where to set boundaries.

The goal is to design for autonomy, not independence.

Learn more: msft.it/6016aAoao

Microsoft On the Issues @MSFTIssues 4d

Datacenters can profoundly affect a community. Just ask the people of Quincy.

20 years in, a lot has changed. Local businesses have grown, new career paths have opened, and the community has thrived alongside Microsoft’s presence.

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Microsoft On the Issues @MSFTIssues 5d

Do you know who that last email was from? Are you sure? It's not such a simple question these days.

Attackers are exploiting trusted identities and systems across channels. As AI helps them scale familiar tactics faster and farther, protecting what we rely on is critical.

A quote about evolving threats and the necessity of cooperation against cybercrime, attributed to Kenichi Sakurazawa, Managing Director of Japan Cybercrime Control Center (JC3).

Microsoft On the Issues @MSFTIssues 6d

How can #biomimicry help datacenters coexist within their environment?

Explore how local perspectives are informing nature-inspired approaches to #datacenter design: msft.it/6010aNSKg

A young worker in an orange safety uniform tends to plants near a modern building, suggesting a connection between technology and nature. Text reads: 'What if datacenters could learn from nature? That's the idea behind biomimicry.'

A wooden insect hotel with various materials and compartments stands in a grassy area, with a modern building visible in the background. Text reads: 'The Netherlands - Native plants create habitat for wildlife and pollinators.'

A serene forest landscape in Wisconsin featuring tall trees and dense greenery. Text overlay states: 'Wisconsin' and 'Wetlands, native prairies, and forests help restore the surrounding environment.'

A quote by Kaitlin Chuzi, Director of Global Land Strategy at Microsoft, discussing customizable solutions. The background is dark with a modern design and a 'Learn more' prompt at the bottom.