Microsoft restricts Israeli access to Azure and AI tools amid surveillance concerns
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Microsoft has reportedly cut off Israel's access to certain Azure cloud and AI services used for surveillance of Palestinians, following allegations of misuse and violations of terms of service, amid ongoing conflicts and protests against Microsoft's involvement with Israeli military operations.
- Microsoft block Israel's access to Azure and genAI tech used to surveil millions of Palestinian phone calls, according to report Rock Paper Shotgun
- Microsoft terminates services for Israeli military after investigation into mass surveillance of Palestinians CNN
- Why has Microsoft cut Israel off from some of its services? Al Jazeera
- Update on ongoing Microsoft review The Official Microsoft Blog
- Microsoft blocks Israel’s use of its technology in mass surveillance of Palestinians BDS Movement
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