Microsoft’s $15.2B UAE investment turns Gulf State into test case for US AI diplomacy

Posted on November 3, 2025 by Techme101

For the first time, the U.S. has granted Microsoft a license to export Nvidia chips to the UAE – a move that positions the country as both a proving ground for U.S. export-control diplomacy and a regional anchor of American AI influence.  

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Microsoft inks $9.7B deal with Australia’s IREN for AI cloud capacity

Posted on November 3, 2025 by Techme101

The deal will give Microsoft access to compute infrastructure built with Nvidia’s GB300 GPUs, which will be deployed over phases through 2026.

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MongoDB CEO Dev Ittycheria steps down, replaced by Cloudflare executive CJ Desai

Posted on November 3, 2025 by Techme101

Dev Ittycheria, who took MongoDB public in 2017, is leaving the CEO role but will stay on the company’s board.

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Android’s AI Blocks 58% More Scams Than iPhone, Study Shows

Posted on November 3, 2025 by Techme101

Google’s AI-driven security systems block over 10 billion malicious communications every month.
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Nvidia shares up 2% in premarket as U.S. approves sales of its chips to the UAE

Posted on November 3, 2025 by Techme101

Microsoft’s licenses enable the firm to ship Nvidia chips — involving its more advanced GB300 GPUs — to the United Arab Emirates.

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November trading, Berkshire’s cash hoard, Big Tech’s ad revenue and more in Morning Squawk

Posted on November 3, 2025 by Techme101

Here are five key things investors need to know to start the trading day.

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Government Agencies Issue Emergency Guidance for Microsoft Exchange Server

Posted on November 3, 2025 by Techme101

The NSA, CISA, Australia’s Cyber Security Centre, and Canada’s Cyber Centre jointly released comprehensive security practices for Exchange hardening.
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Zoom Breakout Rooms: 2025 Guide for Hosts, Trainers & IT Teams

Posted on November 3, 2025 by Techme101

Create, assign, and manage Zoom breakout rooms with ease. This step-by-step guide helps hosts and IT admins run smooth and organized sessions.
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Google Maps Tests Ultra-Minimal ‘Power-Saving Mode’ for Emergencies

Posted on November 3, 2025 by Techme101

Google Maps may soon get a “Power-saving mode” that switches to a simple black-and-white interface to extend battery life during navigation.
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Brits Bank on AI: Over 28 Million Use Tech to Manage Their Money

Posted on November 3, 2025 by Techme101

Lloyds Bank’s Consumer Digital Index 2025 reveals how AI tools help with budgeting, saving, or seeking information about money.
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