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- Azure Updates infraazuregaengineer ·
Azure Updates Now Available via Microsoft Release Communications
Azure Updates are now discoverable through the Microsoft Release Communications MCP server, aiding users in tracking product and feature changes. This feature is now generally available to all Azure customers for production use. Users can subscribe to notifications for timely information and access additional resources via the Azure Blog and community support.
announcement feature - Azure Updates azurepreviewengineer ·
Azure Cobalt VMs Available in Preview
Microsoft is previewing new Azure Cobalt Arm-based virtual machines across several series, including Dpsv7, Dplsv7, Epsv7, Mpsv4, and Lpsv5. These VMs are designed to meet cloud investment needs and are currently available for non-production use and testing. This expansion offers more options for cloud workloads, with broader availability expected in the future.
feature announcement - Azure Updates infraazuregaarchitect ·
Global PTU Reservations are Now Region-Agnostic
Azure PTU Reservations are now region-agnostic, allowing customers to reserve capacity across multiple Azure regions. This change aims to simplify capacity planning and optimize cost savings for AI-powered workloads. Initially available in limited offering for select customers, it is now fully released and production-ready for all Azure customers.
feature announcement - Azure Updates dataazurepreviewengineer ·
Azure Backup for Cosmos DB now in public preview
Azure Backup for Cosmos DB is now available in public preview, enabling AI-powered discovery of Azure Updates. This feature allows users to stay informed about the latest Azure product and feature updates, catering to cloud investment needs. It is currently available for non-production use and testing by all Azure customers.
feature announcement - Azure Updates aiazuregaengineer ·
Voice Live integration with Microsoft Foundry Agent Service launched
The Microsoft Foundry Agent Service now offers Voice Live integration, enabling AI-powered discovery of Azure Updates. This feature leverages the Microsoft Release Communications MCP server to provide users with the latest information on Azure products and features. The integration is now fully released and production-ready for all Azure customers.
feature announcement - Azure Updates aiazurepreviewengineer ·
Azure Policy for Foundry Models in Preview
Azure Policy is now available in public preview for Foundry Models, enabling AI-powered discovery of Azure updates. This feature helps users stay informed about cloud investment needs. It is available for non-production use and testing, with broader release planned.
feature announcement - Azure Updates azuregaengineer ·
Azure Updates rolling updates now generally available
Azure Updates is now generally available, allowing users to subscribe to notifications for the latest updates on Azure products and features. This service leverages AI-powered discovery via Microsoft Release Communications MCP server. It is production-ready and available to all Azure customers globally. Users can also access additional resources for security solutions, community support, and feedback.
announcement feature - Azure Updates aiazuregaengineer ·
AI-Powered Azure Updates Discovery Now Generally Available
Microsoft has launched a new AI-powered feature for discovering Azure updates, leveraging the Microsoft Release Communications MCP server. This enhancement allows users to stay informed about the latest Azure product and feature changes, crucial for managing cloud investments. The feature is now generally available to all Azure customers for production use, following a limited offering for select customers and a public preview phase.
feature announcement - Azure Updates infraazurepreviewengineer ·
Azure VM Storage Optimized Lasv5/Lasv5 Series in Private Preview
Azure is introducing a private preview for its new storage-optimized Lasv5 and Laosv5 Azure Virtual Machine series. This release aims to meet cloud investment needs by providing enhanced storage capabilities, particularly for AI-driven discovery of Azure Updates. Initially available to select customers for non-production testing, this preview precedes a broader release. Key information is available via the Microsoft Azure Blog, community support, and feedback channels, with product availability detailed across Azure regions.
feature announcement - Azure Updates aisecurityazurepreviewarchitect ·
Azure Confidential Clean Rooms enters private preview
Azure Confidential Clean Rooms is now in private preview, enabling multiparty analytics and AI-powered discovery. This feature allows organizations to collaborate on sensitive data without exposing raw information, enhancing security and compliance. It is initially available for limited customers for non-production use and testing. This release aims to foster secure data collaboration and insights generation across multiple parties.
feature announcement - Azure Updates infraazuregaengineer ·
Azure Container Linux (ACL) available on AKS
Azure Container Linux (ACL) is now generally available on Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), enabling AI-powered discovery of Azure updates. This feature helps users stay informed about Azure product and feature changes to meet cloud investment needs. It is fully released and production-ready for all Azure customers. Users can subscribe to notifications for further updates.
feature announcement - Azure Updates azurepreviewengineer ·
Azure Linux 4.0 in public preview for VMs
Azure Linux 4.0 is now in public preview for Azure Virtual Machines and VM Scale Sets. This update allows for AI-powered discovery of Azure Updates via the Microsoft Release Communications MCP server, helping users stay informed about Azure products and features. It is currently available for non-production use and testing by all Azure customers.
feature announcement - Azure Updates infraazurepreview ·
Azure Public Preview: Automatic OS Image Upgrades for VMSS Flex
Azure Virtual Machine Scale Sets (VMSS) Flex now supports automatic OS image upgrades in public preview. This feature leverages AI-powered discovery of Azure Updates, enabling users to stay informed about product and feature changes. The preview is available to all Azure customers for non-production testing.
feature announcement - Azure Updates azuregaengineerretail ·
Azure Sphere OS 26.06 Generally Available
Azure Sphere OS version 26.06 is now generally available, offering AI-powered discovery of Azure Updates and subscription notifications. This release supports production use for all Azure customers. Additional resources include the Microsoft Azure Blog, community support, and feedback channels.
feature announcement - Azure Updates aiazurepreviewengineer ·
Azure Container Apps Sandboxes now in public preview
Azure Container Apps now offers sandboxes for AI-powered discovery and managing updates, available in public preview for non-production use. This feature allows users to stay informed about Azure products and features, meeting their cloud investment needs. All Azure customers can utilize this preview for testing purposes before its full release.
feature announcement - Azure Updates aiazuregaengineer ·
Azure Functions GA: Supports Hosting MCP Apps for AI-Powered Updates
Azure Functions is now generally available for hosting MCP Apps, enabling AI-powered discovery of Azure Updates via Microsoft Release Communications. This feature allows users to receive the latest information on Azure products and features to optimize cloud investments. The functionality is now fully released and production-ready for all Azure customers.
feature announcement - Azure Updates azurepreviewengineer ·
Azure Functions adds managed connectors for system integration (preview)
Azure Functions is now in public preview with managed connectors to integrate with over 1400 systems. This feature aims to simplify cloud investment needs by enabling easier integration with popular services. It is currently available to all Azure customers for non-production use and testing. The update also mentions AI-powered discovery of Azure Updates via the Microsoft Release Communications server.
feature announcement - Azure Updates aiazurepreviewengineer ·
Azure Functions serverless agents runtime enters public preview
Azure Functions is now offering a serverless agents runtime in public preview, enabling AI-powered discovery of Azure updates through Microsoft Release Communications MCP server. This feature aims to help users stay informed about Azure product and feature changes, particularly those seeking to optimize cloud investments. It is currently available for non-production use and testing by all Azure customers.
feature announcement - Azure Updates aiazurepreviewengineer ·
Azure Updates support AI-powered discovery and notifications
Azure Updates now leverages AI via Microsoft Release Communications MCP server to help users discover the latest product and feature information. This enhancement allows customers to subscribe to notifications, ensuring they stay informed about their cloud investment needs. The feature is currently in preview for non-production use and testing.
feature announcement - Azure Updates infraazuregaengineer ·
Azure Functions: Built-in Grafana Dashboards Now Generally Available
Grafana dashboards for Azure Functions are now generally available, offering AI-powered discovery of Azure updates. This feature helps users stay informed about Azure product changes relevant to their cloud investments. The release is production-ready for all Azure customers, with prior limited and preview offerings available for testing.
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