This year’s Microsoft Digital Defense Report highlights how cyber threats are evolving—faster, more sophisticated, and increasingly disruptive. ● Government, IT, research and academia were hit hardest in 2025. ● Over half of cyberattacks resulted in extortion or

Some highlights: - Global AI use is up to 1 in 6 people - Adoption in the Global North grew nearly 2× faster than the Global South - South Korea has become one of ChatGPT’s fastest-growing markets

New diffusion data from the second half of 2025 shows that global AI use kept rising, but unevenly. Read the full report:

AI adoption is growing—but so is the gap between the Global North and Global South. What will it take to close the divide? @BradSmi and Juan Lavista Ferres break down the data behind Microsoft’s latest AI Diffusion Report. https://t.co/cyzF1FRjx5

Today, we released @Microsoft's newest AI Diffusion Report, and I sat down with @BDataScientist, Chief Data Scientist and Director of the AI for Good Lab, for a special edition of #ToolsAndWeapons to unpack the report’s most striking insights. It’s a conversation about

As we enter a new year, we're reaffirming a core commitment: building technology worthy of people's trust. From safety and privacy by design to responsible AI governance and accessibility, we’re focused on strengthening confidence in how technology is built.

By combining legal expertise with technology like Copilot, our teams help veterans secure benefits, protect children seeking safety, and support local journalism—accelerating casework and expanding support where it matters most. Learn more: https://t.co/QdvtRLAO9e

Across @Microsoft’s pro bono initiatives, volunteers and partners work together to help veterans secure benefits, protect children seeking safety, and support local journalism. ⬇️

Communities throughout Washington state are experiencing severe flooding, which is having a profound effect on families, homes, and vital infrastructure. Many of our colleagues, friends, and neighbors are experiencing these challenges firsthand. We’re deeply grateful to our first

Through the Climate Innovation Fund, @Microsoft and @ampsortation are leveraging AI to transform recycling—recognizing well over 200B objects and achieving 90%+ recovery, driving efficiency and circularity. https://t.co/fNRvQ91MXr

In this TechTalk, @Microsoft’s Jenny Lay‑Flurrie and Catherine Naughton underscore co‑design with the disability community and clear standards across Europe, so accessible products and services can scale and work for everyone from the start. Learn more:

Melanie Nakagawa and @Xbox COO Dave McCarthy on how sustainability is shaping gaming at Microsoft, from energy-efficient design and green tech awards to marine conservation and circular impact.

AI is transforming cybersecurity—anyone can use it to automate attacks and create convincing scams. Chloé Messdaghi shares how defenders use AI to fight ransomware and block risky access. Learn more in our 2025 Microsoft Digital Defense Report. https://t.co/tQaiFn8Xo2

It’s great to see @Microsoft Chief Questions Officer, @Trevornoah, sparking curiosity in the classroom with kids exploring an Hour of AI. This article from @geekwire reflects the power of imagination when teachers and students embark on this learning journey together. @codeorg

AI is a powerful tool for local economic development. Through @Microsoft TechSpark, local communities across the US are expanding economic opportunities, including upskilling 65K people and securing $700M+ in funding. Read the 2025 report: https://t.co/ZxqeGlVBsU

We’re starting to see concrete examples of how AI is being put to work for a more sustainable resilient planet by: 🌎 Helping communities prepare for extreme weather 💡 Advancing cleaner, more affordable materials 🌱 Empowering a workforce ready to tackle climate goals

AI is fueling social engineering attacks using deepfakes, voice cloning, and synthetic IDs. Learn how defenders are adapting and what strategies can help in the Microsoft Digital Defense Report: https://t.co/zkHohyHMeS

Generative AI can unlock inclusion at scale. But when disability is misrepresented, trust erodes. @Microsoft is partnering with disability advocates to ensure AI imagery reflects real people with dignity and respect. Learn more. 👇 https://t.co/SLAWYWjequ

AI is the fastest-adopted tech in history, but billions still lack access. This month’s Spotlight on AI dives into Microsoft’s AI Diffusion Report and how infrastructure, skills, and innovation can close the digital divide. 📩 https://t.co/A7GFhoCNnQ

In Tanzania, giraffe numbers have dropped by 50% in 30 years. GIRAFFE, developed by Microsoft and @WildNatureInst, uses AI to identify and track individuals, giving conservationists the data needed to protect them.🦒 Learn more: https://t.co/tvoM2UAuCs

“Taking steps to protect your identity is probably the most essential thing you can do in cybersecurity.” @SpfCyberLaw, Counsel for the Digital Crimes Unit, explains double extortion and phishing. Learn more: https://t.co/iO6fHFHaEZ