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SAP to Keep Microsoft EU Cloud Running If Trump Orders Shutdown

SAP SE, the German software company, has announced that it will maintain access to Microsoft Corp.'s cloud services, even if a foreign government, such as the Trump administration, attempts to cut it off. This move comes after the United States sanctioned the International Criminal Court in The Hague, which is investigating alleged war crimes by American forces in Afghanistan. The decision by SAP aims to ensure that its customers, including those in the EU, can continue to access critical Microsoft cloud services, such as Azure and Office 365, without interruption. This step is intended to protect businesses and individuals from the potential impact of geopolitical tensions on their digital infrastructure and operations. The article highlights the growing importance of multinational tech companies in navigating complex political landscapes and ensuring the continuity of essential digital services for their global customer base. SAP's commitment to maintaining Microsoft's cloud services underscores the need for companies to take proactive measures to safeguard their operations and support their clients, even in the face of potential cross-border conflicts.

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Microsoft is quietly walking back its diversity efforts

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Trump Administration Gives Three Mile Island Nuclear Project $1 Billion Loan

The Trump administration has announced a $1 billion loan to revive the Three Mile Island nuclear power plant in Pennsylvania. The plant, known for the 1979 meltdown incident, is set to power Microsoft's data centers.…

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SAP to Keep Microsoft EU Cloud Running If Trump Orders Shutdown

SAP SE, the German software company, has announced that it will maintain access to Microsoft Corp.'s cloud services, even if a foreign government, such as the Trump administration, attempts to cut it off. This move…

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Microsoft has been publishing annual diversity and inclusion reports since 2019, and made it a requirement for employee performance reviews. However, the company is now scrapping its diversity report and dropping diversity and inclusion as…

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The Trump administration has announced a $1 billion loan to revive the Three Mile Island nuclear power plant in Pennsylvania. The plant, known for the 1979 meltdown incident, is set to power Microsoft's data centers. The loan is part of a…

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SAP SE, the German software company, has announced that it will maintain access to Microsoft Corp.'s cloud services, even if a foreign government, such as the Trump administration, attempts to cut it off. This move comes after the United…

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