IREN delivers first of four AI cloud deployments to Microsoft under $9.7 billion deal
IREN is targeting 480 MW of AI cloud capacity in 2026 and 1.2 gigawatts by 2027 as it continues to pivot away from bitcoin mining.
The Block•Kyle Baird17 AugMicrosoft — page 12
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page 12 of 22The Block•Kyle Baird17 AugIREN delivers first of four AI cloud deployments to Microsoft under $9.7 billion deal
IREN is targeting 480 MW of AI cloud capacity in 2026 and 1.2 gigawatts by 2027 as it continues to pivot away from bitcoin mining.
The Block•Kyle Baird17 Aug
IREN delivers first AI cloud deployment to Microsoft under $9.7B deal
This deal signifies a major shift in AI infrastructure, potentially accelerating global AI advancements and reshaping tech industry dynamics.
CryptoBriefing•Editorial Team17 Aug
Microsoft’s AI plans hindered by chip shortage, investigation finds
Microsoft's AI ambitions face delays, risking competitive edge and impacting broader tech sectors due to infrastructure and supply constraints.
CryptoBriefing•Editorial Team17 Aug
Microsoft pauses new carbon removal purchases amid AI-driven emissions surge
Microsoft's pause on carbon removal credits may hinder startup growth and challenge the tech industry's sustainability commitments.
CryptoBriefing•Editorial Team13 AugC
Microsoft shuts at least 15 offices and ventures in China over five years
Microsoft's strategic shift in China highlights the growing complexities for foreign tech firms, emphasizing AI focus amid regulatory challenges.
CryptoBriefing•Editorial Team13 Aug
IREN secures Microsoft acceptance for first 50MW AI cloud deployment
IREN's AI cloud deployment marks a significant shift in tech infrastructure, highlighting the growing demand for high-capacity, sustainable data solutions.
CryptoBriefing•Editorial Team13 Aug
Tone Vays says his PC looks ‘OK’ after giving hackers access
Crypto OG Tone Vays admitted he was an “idiot” for giving hackers remote access to his PC during an hour-long Microsoft Teams interview.
Protos•Jacob Lyon12 Aug
Microsoft Plugs Nearly 400 Security Holes
Microsoft today released updates to remedy at least 398 security vulnerabilities in its Windows operating systems and supported software, including one weakness that is already being actively exploited and two others that were publicly detailed prior to today.
Microsoft’s Maia 200 chips cut operational costs 30% to 40% vs Nvidia for some models
Microsoft's development of custom AI chips like Maia 200 could reshape the AI hardware market, challenging Nvidia's dominance and reducing costs.
CryptoBriefing•Editorial Team11 Aug
Microsoft Copilot AI Predicts a Quiet Bitcoin Rally Building Right Now
Explore how Copilot AI predicts a price surge for Bitcoin, estimating a rise to $150K to $200K by 2026 amid rising demand.
Amazon, Microsoft emerge as cloud computing winners, Alphabet falters despite record cloud growth
Amazon and Microsoft's strategic AI investments and profitability highlight the importance of balanced growth, impacting market perceptions.
CryptoBriefing•Editorial Team11 Aug
Microsoft adjusts capex outlook due to accounting change, not a spending slowdown
Microsoft's accounting change highlights the importance of understanding financial metrics' nuances, impacting investor perceptions and market reactions.
CryptoBriefing•Editorial Team10 Aug
Synopsys unveils agentic AI chip design tools backed by Microsoft and AMD
Synopsys' AI-driven chip design tools could revolutionize the industry by significantly reducing development time and enhancing design efficiency.
CryptoBriefing•Editorial Team10 Aug
Microsoft plans Maia 300 chip, eyes TSMC capacity for 300,000 units
Microsoft's Maia 300 chip initiative could reshape AI hardware dynamics, challenging NVIDIA's dominance and influencing market strategies.
CryptoBriefing•Estefano Gomez10 Aug
Microsoft in talks with TSMC to produce custom chips
Microsoft's custom chip strategy with TSMC could reshape AI hardware dynamics, influencing global tech supply chains and industrial policies.
CryptoBriefing•Editorial Team10 Aug
Microsoft’s AI chip project shows revival signs, plans Maia 300 release
Microsoft's AI chip advancements could disrupt Nvidia's market dominance, enhancing Azure's competitiveness in AI workloads and cost efficiency.
CryptoBriefing•Editorial Team10 Aug
Microsoft paper reveals insights from 13.5M GitHub Copilot sessions
Microsoft's study suggests AI infrastructure must evolve to handle cache inefficiencies, retry cascades, and idle time for optimal performance.
CryptoBriefing•Editorial Team9 Aug
Hackers Use BNB Chain to Spread Malware Through Fake CAPTCHAs
Microsoft said compromised websites are retrieving malicious instructions from the blockchain before tricking visitors into running them on Windows devices.
Microsoft’s AI chips drive 40% efficiency gains, says Nadella
Microsoft's AI chip advancements could reshape tech industry standards, driving significant growth and investment in AI infrastructure.
CryptoBriefing•Editorial Team7 Aug