@Microsoft’s European Government Affairs team tweeting on digital policy issues shaping Europe’s future and vision for the digital age.

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Today, at the Mobile World Congress, we announced @Microsoft's AI Access Principles, which will govern how we operate our AI datacenter infrastructure around the world. We’re committed to ensuring that our assets are accessible to others, that we treat people fairly, and that we fulfill our societal responsibilities. #MWC24 @MWCHub blogs.microsoft.com/on-the-i…
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Demand for #CyberSecurity professionals in #Europe is on the rise but #skill shortages remain. Learn insights from 11 #OECD countries 📅 6 February 2pm (CET). Register now! 💻 Virtual event bit.ly/cyber-event-virtual ➡️ In-person event in Paris bit.ly/cyber-event-in-person
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Can AI truly benefit all? Our expert panel dives in on Jan 18 at #WEF24 in Davos. Tune in at 11am ET for a conversation with @ianbremmer, @EvaMaydell, @UNTechEnvoy @gioasempre, @BradSmi, @OmarSAlolama, & @biannagolodryga. #GlobalStage @MSFTIssues gzeromedia.com/events/upcomi…
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Cyber = Complex. At ⁦@CCBbelgium⁩ conference listening to the difficulties and opportunities for good governance in cyber. Speakers from ⁦@ANSSI_FR⁩, ⁦@BelgiumMFA⁩ and ⁦@Cybersec_EU⁩. ⁦@MicrosoftEU⁩ with the honour to moderate. ⁦@rollisonj⁩
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The climate emergency requires new tools for adaptation and mitigation.🌎 @Microsoft and @UNFCCC are building an AI-powered platform that will equip member states with climate data to track and validate progress on carbon emissions. Read more: unfccc.int/sites/default/fil…
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Today is a good day to play. We officially welcome Activision Blizzard King to Team Xbox. Together, we’ll create stories and experiences that bring players together, in a culture empowering everyone to do their best work and celebrate diverse perspectives. news.xbox.com/en-us/2023/10/…
So many stories to tell, so many characters to meet, so many worlds to explore… It’s a good day to play: xbx.lv/3tndm0z
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In the past year, cyberattacks have touched 120 countries. Today, we released the annual @Microsoft Digital Defense Report which provides details on the scale, sophistication, and shift in tactics we are seeing by threat actors.

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Today, we’re sharing our Copilot Copyright Commitment that extends IP legal protection to enterprise customers who use our Copilot AI services. The copyright liability of our products is ours to shoulder, not our customers. blogs.microsoft.com/on-the-i…
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Technology can be a powerful force for safeguarding human rights. The Nobel Peace Center, inspired by the legacy of Alfred Nobel, honors the people who defend the rights of others. @NobelPeaceOslo
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As an early adopter and power user of the printing press in the 15th century, the Dutch proved that you can advance faster and further by embracing new technology. Today, this technology is generative #AI.
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Today’s adequacy decision is welcomed by @Microsoft. We believe the EU-US Data Privacy Framework sets a very high standard for protecting personal data and individual rights. We remain committed to embracing the framework, read more ⬇️: blogs.microsoft.com/eupolicy…
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AI will accelerate economic growth in Europe. As we embrace the opportunity, we must manage its challenges. Our 5-point blueprint for governing AI addresses issues while offering ideas for public-private partnerships to help ensure AI serves all Europeans. blogs.microsoft.com/eupolicy…
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Spain’s First VP @NadiaCalvino gets things done. She’s leading Spain’s digital transformation, and she’s determined to realize the benefits of #AI while ensuring it’s used safely and ethically. Learn why policymakers are watching, on #ToolsAndWeapons. open.spotify.com/episode/61z…
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We remain committed to tracking and reporting Russian cyberattacks targeting Ukraine and its allies. Today, we’re sharing more on activity we’ve observed so that governments and our customers can protect themselves. blogs.microsoft.com/on-the-i…
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As part of our journey to becoming zero-waste by 2030, we're working towards eliminating single-use plastic and making fully recyclable products and packaging. ♻️ #WorldEnvironmentDay

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#AI has enormous potential to improve our lives, but we also must be clear eyed on the risks. This episode of #ToolsAndWeapons comes from a talk I gave in DC last week where I shared our blueprint for governing AI. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcas…
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AI may be the most consequential technology advance of our lifetime. Today we announced a 5-point blueprint for Governing AI. It addresses current and emerging issues, brings the public and private sector together, and ensures this tool serves all society. blogs.microsoft.com/on-the-i…
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Happening now 🚨@BradSmi discusses updates to Microsoft’s ongoing commitment to developing #AI responsibly and the role that government and civil society need to play in advancing its benefits. Here’s what you need to know as we live tweet the latest: linkedin.com/events/governin…
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What is the role of the private sector in the geopolitical space? @Microsoft's @GBadanes weighs in:
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