Microsoft On the Issues

@Microsoft @Cyber_Readiness @FDD Strengthening cyber resilience across water utilities requires hands-on support, technical assistance, and sustained partnerships to turn guidance into action. Learn more: msft.it/6018QqjAe

@Microsoft @Cyber_Readiness @FDD The pilot highlighted the impact of cyber incidents, including disruptions to billing and control systems. Most water utilities have minimal IT or cybersecurity staff. Training can improve awareness, but hands-on support and partnerships are essential.

Cyber threats targeting US water utilities are rising—and many lack the staff and resources to respond. @Microsoft collaborated with @Cyber_Readiness and @FDD to pilot accessible training for utilities. Here’s what we found ⬇️

“I’m very attuned to when perspectives are missing.” In this episode of On Second Thought, Hiwot Tesfaye, Technical Advisor, @Microsoft’s Office of Responsible AI and Sinead Bovell discuss why bringing more voices into AI development matters. Watch the full video: msft.it/6010QYO3Q

When industry aligns around common commitments, scams become harder to run and easier to stop. services.google.com/fh/files/newsl…

That’s why Microsoft is joining @Amazon, @Google, @Meta, @OpenAI, Match Group, @LinkedIn, @Adobe, @Target, @Pinterest and Levi Strauss in support of this shared effort.

The Industry Accord Against Online Scams and Fraud reflects what it takes to reduce online scams: collective action.

Early detection changes everything. @BradSmi visits Deputy Fire Chief Zachary Wells and Dr. Neal Driscoll to discuss our partnership with @ALERTCalifornia—bringing firefighters, researchers, and the Microsoft AI for Good team together when the first minutes matter most. Listen to the episode: msft.it/6017QlItv

Ask any firefighter and they'll tell you: the best fire to fight is the one that never starts. That's why I traveled to California to meet Deputy Fire Chief Zachary Wells and Dr. Neal Driscoll, a professor at @UCSanDiego, two of the bright minds behind @ALERTCalifornia, to see how they're putting AI to work to give firefighters a critical advantage in those first minutes. Up next on #ToolsAndWeapons

Single moms in Wyoming are building AI & digital skills with Climb WY and @Microsoft TechSpark through career training and mentorship. Read more about how we partner with the people who know their communities best. msft.it/6015Q57uZ

Today, we filed an amicus brief in Anthropic, PBC v. U.S. Department of War, et al. in support of Anthropic’s motion for a Temporary Restraining Order. Our statement on the filing is below. The brief may be viewed here: aka.ms/AA105z5u

AI is reshaping economies, but access must translate into real adoption. At @Microsoft, we've set and met our goal to help connect 250M+ people, reaching 299M worldwide. ➡️ Swipe to see how we're helping to build AI‑ready communities, and learn more: msft.it/6017Q57J5

Cybercrime often starts with access to a single inbox. Attackers monitored vendor emails and waited for a routine payment change to redirect funds. Payment updates are high risk. Read how verifying changes can stop diversion. msft.it/6015Q57RD

Research from @Microsoft’s AI Economy Institute outlines 5 priorities: human skills remain central, AI literacy spans disciplines, learning shifts to higher‑order competencies, workforce development requires collaboration, and AI skills expand opportunity. msft.it/6012Q5rIm

.@Microsoft, working with Europol and industry partners, disrupted Tycoon 2FA, a major driver of online impersonation fraud, by taking down infrastructure used to bypass identity checks. Learn why sustained coordination across partners is critical to reducing harm at scale. msft.it/6012Q5rIy

The journey for how we reach our sustainability goals is just as important as hitting our goals themselves. This edition of Sustainably Speaking looks at scaling clean power responsibly, why carbon‑free solutions matter, and the data behind one of the world’s largest clean energy 📩 msft.it/6014QbZH6

In 2022, @Microsoft set a goal: bring internet access to 250M people by 2025. We’ve surpassed it—reaching 299M worldwide. With 2.2B still offline, we’re working with @Starlink to help deliver reliable connectivity to hard‑to‑reach communities. Learn more: blogs.microsoft.com/on-the-issues/…

Through the Trusted Tech Alliance, @Microsoft and other global tech providers are setting standards for secure, transparent, and resilient digital infrastructure—building a world people and businesses can trust. See how: msft.it/6014QnFXQ

AI can accelerate sustainability when used to measure impact and manage tradeoffs, while building trust in the technology itself. A new report from Veolia Institute and Microsoft shows why data quality, governance and transparency are decisive to scale responsibly. msft.it/6019QnTN9

Cyber threats don’t stop at borders. John Hering, Director of Cybersecurity Policy & Diplomacy at @Microsoft, explains why global cyber norms matter—and why attacks on hospitals demand stronger cooperation and accountability. msft.it/6012QV5Q2