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The MacBook Air comes in a new color: sky blue. Image: Apple.
Plus, the new Mac Studio offers M4 Max or M3 Ultra configurations. The M3 Ultra chip has an 80-core GPU suitable for AI workloads.
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Malaysia aims to move beyond chip assembly, partnering with Arm to develop local semiconductor design, expand exports, and strengthen its tech ecosystem.
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The president’s comments are on the heels of Taiwanese chipmaker TSMC committing $165 billion to U.S. facilities.
* [](https://www.techrepublic.com/article/still-not-backing-up-microsoft-365-data-heres-why-thats-a-risky-move/)
Many organizations still fail to back up their Microsoft 365 (M365) data because they believe the cloud is inherently secure. However, data loss from cyber threats or even accidental deletions remain a significant risk that can’t be ignored. This article explores why these misconceptions persist, the challenges of protecting M365 data, and why businesses are increasingly turning to backup-as-a-service (BaaS) solutions like Veeam Data Cloud for Microsoft 365 backup.
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