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Microsoft Introduces Serverless GPUs on Azure Container Apps in Public Preview
Discover the power of Azure Container Apps with serverless GPUs, now in public preview! Leverage NVIDIA A100 and T4 GPUs for real-time AI inferencing and machine learning, all without infrastructure management. Enjoy scale-to-zero capabilities and per-second billing, optimizing both performance and costs. Unlock innovation with seamless Azure integration!
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Azure Boost DPU: Microsoft's New Silicon Solution for Enhanced Cloud Performance
At Ignite 2024, Microsoft unveiled the Azure Boost DPU, its first in-house solution for low-power, data-centric workloads. This innovative chip optimizes cloud performance and security, offering triple the efficiency of CPUs. With a robust hardware-software design, Microsoft’s advancements position it to redefine AI and cloud infrastructure.
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Azure AI Agent Service in Public Preview: Automation of Routine Tasks
Unveiling at Ignite, Microsoft's Azure AI Agent Service empowers developers to build and scale AI agents seamlessly. With secure integration, flexible use cases, and support for multiple frameworks, it automates workflows across platforms like Teams and Excel. Experience the future of business automation—innovate efficiently with Azure AI today!
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Microsoft Announces General Availability of Fabric API for GraphQL
Microsoft has launched Fabric API for GraphQL, moving the data access layer from public preview to general availability (GA). This release introduces several enhancements, including support for Azure SQL and Fabric SQL databases, saved credential authentication, detailed monitoring tools, and integration with CI/CD workflows.
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Microsoft Introduces Long-Awaited Local Emulator for Azure Service Bus
Microsoft has unveiled a local Azure Service Bus emulator, transforming the way developers create and test applications. This tool eliminates cloud dependencies and costs, offering a streamlined development cycle and precise debugging in an isolated environment. Compatible with the latest SDKs, it empowers developers to innovate efficiently while ensuring reliable application communication.
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Native Vector Support in Azure SQL Database in Public Preview
Azure SQL Database now supports native vector storage and processing, streamlining AI development by integrating vector search with SQL queries. This update simplifies database management, enhances data analysis, and boosts performance by eliminating data movement. Ideal for diverse applications, it empowers sectors like e-commerce and healthcare with advanced, context-aware functionalities.
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Microsoft Unveils Enhanced AI Tools for Developers at GitHub Universe
At GitHub Universe, Microsoft unveiled powerful integrations of Azure AI with GitHub and VS Code, empowering developers with context-aware tools like GitHub Copilot for Azure and AI App Templates. These innovations streamline workflows, enhance resource management, and simplify deployment, providing developers with robust features for efficient, secure application building and experimentation.
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Logic App Standard Hybrid Deployment Model Public Preview: More Flexibility and Control On-Premise
Microsoft's Logic Apps Hybrid Deployment Model offers unparalleled flexibility for organizations, enabling the execution of workflows on-premises or in private/public clouds. With enhanced local processing, regulatory compliance, and dynamic scalability, businesses can optimize their infrastructure while ensuring data integrity- ideal for sectors like Government, Healthcare, and Manufacturing.
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Microsoft Unveils Azure Cobalt 100-Based Virtual Machines: Enhanced Performance and Sustainability
Microsoft's Azure Cobalt 100 VMs are now generally available. They deliver up to 50% improved price performance with energy-efficient Arm architecture. Tailored for diverse workloads, these VMs offer various configurations, including general-purpose and memory-optimized options. Their release supports sustainable computing, aligning with Microsoft's commitment to lower carbon footprints.
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Microsoft Launches Azure Confidential VMs with NVIDIA Tensor Core GPUs for Enhanced Secure Workloads
Microsoft's Azure has launched the NCC H100 v5 virtual machines, now equipped with NVIDIA Tensor Core GPUs, enhancing secure computing for high-performance workloads. These VMs leverage AMD EPYC processors for robust data protection, making them ideal for tasks like AI model training and inferencing, while ensuring a trusted execution environment for sensitive applications.
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Microsoft Introduces Drasi: Open-Source System for Real-Time Event Processing and Automation
Microsoft’s Azure Incubations team introduced Drasi, an open-source system that simplifies detecting critical events in complex infrastructures. Drasi offers real-time monitoring and automated responses, eliminating the need for manual event handling. With flexible components and integrations, it streamlines change detection across various data sources.
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Copilot Now Available in OneDrive: AI-Powered Features for Streamlined Document Management
Microsoft launched Copilot in OneDrive for commercial users, enhancing the platform with AI-powered tools designed to improve document management and productivity. This new feature set allows users to generate summaries, compare documents, retrieve information, and create content more efficiently, thereby reducing the time spent on manual tasks.
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RAG-Based Ingestion for Generative AI Applications with Logic Apps Standard in Public Preview
Microsoft's new built-in actions for document parsing and chunking in Logic Apps Standard revolutionizes Generative AI ingestion. Streamline workflows with low-code solutions that transform structured and unstructured data into AI-ready formats. Unlock automation across industries, enhancing searchability and knowledge management effortlessly.
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Microsoft Launches Azure AI Inference SDK for .NET
Microsoft launched Azure AI Inference SDK for .NET, streamlining access to generative AI models in the Azure AI Studio model catalog. This catalog includes models from providers like Azure OpenAI Service, Mistral, Meta, Cohere, NVIDIA, and Hugging Face, organized into three collections: Curated by Azure AI, Azure OpenAI Models, and Open Models from Hugging Face Hub.
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Azure Logic Apps Standard Templates: Pre-Built Workflows for Common Integration Scenarios
Microsoft's Logic Apps (Standard) now features public preview template support, empowering developers with a library of pre-built workflows for diverse integration scenarios. Designed to simplify application management, templates offer detailed workflow insights and customizability. Aiming for GA by year-end, Microsoft encourages community participation to enhance this evolving resource.