Microsoft at Black Hat USA 2025: A Unified Approach to Modern Cyber Defense
Microsoft will be at Black Hat USA 2025, August 5–7 in Las Vegas, and we’re bringing you a unified, practitioner-driven experience built around real-world insights, threat intelligence, incident response, and hands-on AI expertise. We believe security teams are strongest when intelligence, tools, and deep expertise come together. At Microsoft, we’ve eliminated internal silos between threat intelligence, red teaming, incident response, and product engineering. That closed-loop system lets us move faster, translating threat signals into global protection every day. This integration isn’t theoretical. It means when researchers detect a threat through our global network, that information flows directly to the red team stress-testing our defenses, the incident responders investigating real intrusions, and the engineering teams building new mitigations; all at once. It's a system designed to learn, adapt, and protect at scale. At Black Hat, we’re opening that loop so you can see how it works and inviting you to see how it can help you defend at AI speed. Want to meet the people behind our operations? Request an invite to our Black Hat VIP mixer. Start your Black Hat journey early with the Microsoft Threat Intelligence Podcast Before Black Hat kicks off, hear from Black Hat NOC lead Grifter and Lintile in our latest episode of the Microsoft Threat Intelligence Podcast. They explore what it takes to secure one of the world’s most high-profile cybersecurity conferences, what the Black Hat Network Operations Center (NOC) sees in real time, and how defenders can apply those lessons to their own environments. Whether you're attending in person or following along remotely, this episode offers a rare look into threat activity and security insights from inside the NOC. Meet us at Booth 2246: Conversations, not presentations. Skip the crowded theater sessions and pull up a chair. Throughout the day, we’re hosting informal conversations at our mobile podcast studio and then shifting to expert meetups where your questions will be answered. At booth 2246, you’ll hear directly from Microsoft security experts on what they’re seeing, and how you can apply it. Topics include: Addressing the ransomware threat landscape Defending against BEC attacks Shifts in social engineering and phishing Securing non-human identities (agents) And a few surprises We’ll also be inviting our friends from the Microsoft Threat Intelligence Podcast, Microsoft BlueHat podcast (MSRC), GitHub, and a few special guests. Each session is a chance to hear what our teams are seeing in the wild, how we’re responding, and how you can apply those insights in your own environment. Whether it's a live threat briefing, a deep dive into red teaming, or a behind-the-scenes look at real incident response, these are unscripted, interactive discussions designed for defenders and researchers. Demos of Microsoft Defender, Microsoft Entra, Microsoft Purview, and Microsoft Security Copilot will run throughout the week. Stop by to talk shop, ask questions, or just get a clearer view of why our AI-first, end-to-end platform is designed to help you move faster, respond with precision, and adapt to new threats with confidence. Connect with the experts at our VIP Mixer You’re invited to connect with the people behind the defense at our VIP Mixer on Wednesday, Aug. 6. Join Microsoft Security for an evening of conversations, insights, and connections with our threat intelligence, incident response, and Security Copilot teams, alongside your peers from across the security community. Whether you're exploring how to put AI agents to work, navigating advanced threats, or evolving your detection and response strategy, this is your chance to meet the experts and teams helping defenders stay ahead. Security is a team sport, and we would like to thank Armor, Cyberproof, Forescout, Ontinue and Security Risk Advisors members of the Microsoft Intelligent Security Association (MISA) for sponsoring this event. Drinks and appetizers will be provided. Request to attend today! Session Spotlight: Gain practical strategies for unmasking cyber threats Thursday, August 7 | 12:15–12:40 PM In a threat landscape shaped by AI and threat actors, cybersecurity teams need more than tools; they need the right mindset, collaboration models, and playbooks to stay ahead. During our main stage session, we will bring together frontline experts from Microsoft Security—Sherrod DeGrippo, Director, Threat Intelligence Strategy, Aarti Borkar, Corporate Vice President, Customer Success and Incident Response, Andrew Rapp, Leader, Incident Response and Simeon Kakpovi, —to share how they approach high-impact intrusions and what defenders everywhere can take away from it. This session will offer practical strategies grounded in real-world operations, including: How to build tighter alignment across threat intel, IR, and detection teams Approaches to reduce friction and accelerate signal-to-action response time Lessons from tracking threat actors focused on social engineering and ransomware Ways to adapt red teaming and detection in a rapidly evolving AI landscape Whether you're refining your team’s structure or looking for sharper ways to think about advanced threats, this conversation will deliver actionable insight you can bring back to your own environment. Inside Look: How Microsoft Red Teams Stay in Sync Wednesday, August 6 | 11:25–11:45 AM What happens when red teams operate not in isolation, but as a connected part of a broader defense ecosystem? Microsoft security experts Ram Shankar Siva Kumar (founder of the AI Red Team) and Craig Nelson (Microsoft Red Team) will explore how traditional and AI red teams work side by side to proactively test Microsoft’s products, platforms, and AI systems. You’ll hear how these teams: Identify systemic risks across cloud and enterprise services Probe generative AI systems for jailbreaks and indirect misuse Collaborate with MSRC and threat researchers to close the loop from discovery to defense Embed red teaming into engineering cycles, not just as a check, but as a design influence Whether you’re red-teaming your own products or rethinking how to operationalize adversarial testing, this session will offer lessons in collaboration, tooling, and mindset from two of the most advanced offensive security teams in the industry. Exchange ideas with other MISA members The Microsoft booth will include a featured partner demo station where 7 partners from the Microsoft Intelligent Security Association (MISA) will showcase how their solutions together with Microsoft Security technology help defend our mutual customers from cybersecurity threats. Connect with us at the Microsoft booth to find out more. Connect with us at Black Hat US Cybersecurity is a team sport and defending against threats takes a cohesive approach that brings multiple disciplines and experts across specialties together. We’re committed to eliminating internal silos to focus on threat hunting that supports a comprehensive defense. You’ll hear more of this approach and how it can benefit your organization at Black Hat US. Check out Microsoft Security executives at the AI Summit at Black Hat (separate pass required) Request to attend our VIP Mixer to meet the experts behind Microsoft threat intelligence, incident response, and the Microsoft Security Response Center. Discover how our end-to-end platform can help you strengthen resilience and elevate your security posture. Get an exclusive $200 briefings and $100 business hall pass discount to share with your customers and prospects. Sign up for a one-on-one meeting with Microsoft Security experts. Listen to our Threat Intelligence Podcast. Visit us in Booth #2246 for a live demo and learn how our AI-powered cybersecurity can protect your organization. Hope to see you at Black Hat!Join Our Microsoft Security Community
Want to help defend the world against cyber attacks? We want you to influence our designs, plans, and guidance so we can have a global impact together. That's why we need your participation in our security community. Please join our email list to be notified about the upcoming webinars, events, and other announcements. Upcoming Webinars JULY 24 (8:00 AM) Microsoft Azure Network Security | Deep Dive into DDoS Attack Analytics and Metrics Join us for an in-depth exploration of Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attack analytics and metrics. We’ll walk through how to gain visibility into attack patterns, mitigation outcomes, and traffic trends to strengthen your defense posture from DDoS attacks This session will help you understand how to leverage available insights to improve incident response and enhance protection for your cloud applications. AUGUST 28 (8:00 AM) Microsoft Azure Network Security | What's New in Azure Web Application Firewall Join us for this webinar to learn how Azure Web Application Firewall (WAF) is advancing to address the dynamic threat landscape facing modern web applications. We’ll walk through recent updates that enhance protection, improve manageability, and support evolving application architectures. This session is ideal for anyone looking to stay informed on the latest developments and best practices for securing web applications with Azure WAF. SEPTEMBER 10 (8:00 AM) Microsoft Azure Network Security | What's New in Azure Firewall Azure Firewall is a managed, cloud-based network security service that protects your Azure Virtual Network resources. Join us for this webinar to explore the evolving landscape of cloud network security and how Azure Firewall continues to adapt to meet emerging challenges. This session will highlight the latest enhancements and capabilities designed to strengthen your security posture and provide greater visibility into your network environment. Whether you're new to Azure Firewall or looking to stay current, this session will equip you with the insights needed to protect your cloud workloads effectively. NOVEMBER 5 (9:00 AM) Microsoft Sentinel | Adopting Unified Custom Detections in Microsoft Sentinel via the Defender Portal: Now Better Than Ever Join us for an in-depth session designed to help SOC professionals and security engineers to maximize the benefits from the integration of Microsoft Sentinel into the defender portal. This webinar will showcase the latest enhancements in Unified Custom Detections and how you can adopt them to maximize detection value. Videos, Webinar Recordings & Decks Subscribe to our YouTube channel. A complete list of past webinar recordings and decks can be found here. For security documentation click here. Private Community Customer Connection Programs We offer several customer connection programs within our private communities. By signing up, you can help us shape our products through activities such as reviewing product roadmaps, participating in co-design, previewing features, and staying up-to-date with announcements. Sign up at aka.ms/JoinCCP. Upcoming Events & Announcements TBA Blogs & Forums Got questions or feedback? Check out our blogs and forums where you can see the latest product developments and speak directly to our engineering teams, and see the latest product developments. GitHub Azure Network Security GitHub Microsoft Defender for Cloud GitHub Microsoft Sentinel GitHub Microsoft Defender XDR GitHub Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps GitHub Microsoft Defender for Identity Microsoft Purview LinkedIn We have a general discussion group on LinkedIn Ninja Trainings Azure Network Security Microsoft 365 Advanced eDiscovery Microsoft Copilot for Security Microsoft Defender XDR Microsoft Defender External Attack Surface Management Microsoft Defender for Cloud Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps Microsoft Defender for Endpoint Microsoft Defender Experts Microsoft Defender for Identity Microsoft Defender for IoT Microsoft Defender for Office 365 Microsoft Defender Threat Intelligence Microsoft Defender Vulnerability Management Microsoft Purview Insider Risk Management Microsoft Purview Data Lifecycle & Records Management Microsoft Purview Information Protection Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention Microsoft Purview Communication Compliance Microsoft Purview Compliance Manager Microsoft Sentinel Microsoft Sentinel Notebooks Microsoft Unified SOC PlatformOffice hours for partners: Marketplace Rewards for FY26
Software development companies and channel partners selling through the marketplace - don’t miss our first office hour session of the new fiscal year, July 31 at 8:30 am PDT. We will be sharing an update on Marketplace Rewards for channel partners, which is now generally available for FY26. We will also cover: ▪️Marketplace Rewards benefit tiers and changes from the pilot program ▪️Essential tips for utilizing Microsoft Azure Sponsorship to win multiparty private offer deals ▪️Lessons learned from successful partners This session will also feature a live Q&A. Register here.⏳Last Call for Microsoft Partners in Switzerland!⏳
The nomination window for the Microsoft Partner of the Year Awards 2025 closes TOMORROW – July 18 at 6:00 PM PT. If you’ve been planning to submit – now is the time! This is your opportunity to gain global visibility, celebrate your impact, and be recognized by Microsoft for the incredible work you're doing across AI, cloud, sustainability, and more.🌍 📝 Nominate here → https://partnerawards.partner.microsoft.com/ 📅 Deadline → July 18 at 6:00 PM PT Let’s show the world the power of Swiss innovation! #MSPartner #POTYA2025 #MicrosoftPartner #Innovation #Switzerland #CountdownToGreatness #Microsoft #Business #Partner #Technology #Innovation
Office hours for partners: Marketplace rewards for FY26
If you are a software company or channel partner selling through the Microsoft commercial marketplace, don’t miss our first Office Hours session of the new fiscal year! We’ll start with an update on Marketplace Rewards for channel partners, which is now generally available for FY26. We will then take your questions live and dive into: Marketplace Rewards benefit tiers and changes from the pilot program Essential tips for utilizing Microsoft Azure Sponsorship to win multiparty private offer deals Lessons learned from successful partners How do I join? Select “Add to calendar” to save the date and “Attend” to save your spot, receive event reminders, and participate in the Q&A. To post your questions in advance or during the live event, scroll to the bottom of the page and select “Comment.” Presented by Jason Rook – Director of Product Marketing, Microsoft Jason Rook has been a thought leader, advisor, and innovator in the Microsoft ecosystem for over 25 years. He is currently a Senior Director in Microsoft’s commercial marketplace marketing organization, focusing on expanding marketplace sales through channel ecosystems. In this role, Jason works across engineering, partner, and sales groups to deliver marketplace functionality and sales capabilities that enable Microsoft’s ecosystem of Systems Integrators, MSPs, Resellers, and Distributors to expand their businesses by selling ISV applications through cloud marketplaces. Luxmi Nagaraj – Senior Technical Program Manager, Microsoft Luxmi is an experienced and results-driven Program Manager for Marketplace Rewards with a proven track record of delivering high-quality results. She is skilled in helping partners amplify their market presence and drive success on the Microsoft commercial marketplace. This event will feature AI-generated captions during the live broadcast. Human-generated captions will be available by the end of the week.Event Recap - TechCon Seattle - June 2025
We’ve just wrapped up an incredible week at TechCon365 in the vibrant city of Seattle, WA, held at the Seattle Convention Center from June 23-27, 2025. TechCon365 Seattle brought together three specialized conferences — TechCon, PWRCON, and DATACON — delivering a powerhouse of learning, inspiration, and innovation. With a focus on Microsoft 365, Power Platform, and data solutions, the event catered to all levels, from enthusiasts to seasoned experts. Attendees explored the latest advancements in Microsoft 365 and AI, gained insights into Power Platform innovations, and discovered transformative data practices to elevate their careers and businesses. Event Highlights 1,000+ Attendees, 130 Speakers, including 44 from Microsoft. 245 Sessions and 48 Workshops. 3 Conferences under one roof: TechCon365, PWRCON, and DATACON. Networking Opportunities: Hundreds of professionals, community members, and leaders from diverse industries. A big thank you to David Wilhelm and Sharon Toler, along with your wonderful production team, for putting on such great community-focused technical skilling events for over a decade. Your dedication and hard work always make a significant impact, and we truly appreciate all that you do. Pre-Event Workshops The workshops at TechCon Seattle 2025 delivered two days of immersive, hands-on learning that set the tone for a dynamic week of innovation and collaboration. With 48 expertly led sessions spanning Microsoft 365, Power Platform, and Microsoft Data, attendees dove deep into real-world scenarios and cutting-edge tools—from Copilot and AI to Power BI, Power Apps, and Azure SQL. Led by Microsoft MVPs and seasoned practitioners, the workshops offered practical insights and interactive demos that empowered participants to return to their roles with actionable strategies and renewed confidence. Whether building low-code solutions, enhancing data protection, or mastering collaboration tools, the workshops proved to be a cornerstone of the event experience. Keynotes & General Sessions Day 1: The day kicked off with the Microsoft 365 keynote, “Being a Productivity Changemaker in the Era of AI,” delivered by Karuana Gatimu, Melissa Torres, Stephanie Horn, and Kendra Springer. To round out the day, Bob Ward and Shireesh Thota took the stage with “Transform Your Data into a Competitive Edge with Azure.” Their dynamic session sparked new excitement, showing how Azure’s powerful tools can turn everyday data into valuable business breakthroughs. Attendees left energized by the possibilities and ready to harness data as a true driver of innovation. Day 2: The Power Platform keynote, "The Future of the Power Platform: Intelligent Apps,” a session led by the fantastic Evan Lew and Srihari Srinivasa at TechCon365 Seattle. They explored how artificial intelligence and Copilot are bringing new energy and possibilities to the Power Platform, making it easier than ever to build smart, adaptable apps. The session was filled with inspiring ideas and real-world examples, demonstrating how these tools can spark innovation and transform the way people work. For anyone excited about creating apps that truly make an impact, this was definitely a session to catch! Day 3: Sessions and Women in Tech and Allies Meetup, was one of the true highlights of the week was the Women in Tech and Allies Meetup. It was energizing to witness so many passionate voices coming together for meaningful networking and candid mentorship. Breakout Sessions Across all three conferences, Microsoft-led breakout sessions addressed a wide array of topics, including Microsoft 365 Copilot, Power Platform, Microsoft Fabric, Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, and more. These sessions provided actionable strategies and real-world applications to help attendees prepare their organizations for the AI transformation. TechCon 365 (Microsoft 365) | Microsoft-led breakout sessions "Keynote: Being a Productivity Changemaker in the Era of AI" will be presented by Karuana Gatimu, Melissa Torres, Kendra Springer, Dan Parish on June 25, 2025 "Getting Started with M365 Copilot" will be presented by Michelle Gilbert on June 25, 2025 "Driving Successful Adoption of Microsoft 365 Copilot for SMBs" will be presented by Jessie Hwang on June 25, 2025 "What’s New in Microsoft Education: Powering the Future of Learning with AI" will be presented by Jethro Seghers on June 25, 2025 "Build Your Own Copilot (Jarvis) 🤖 with Copilot Studio" will be presented by Manpreet Singh on June 26, 2025 “Inside the Agent DB: Powering Microsoft 365 Copilot for Sales with Unified Data” with Sigita Cepaitiene and Reza Assadi | June 26th 1 "Getting the most out of Copilot Pages and Notebooks: Introduction and Management Discussion" will be presented by Cora Chen, Sammy Chiu on June 26, 2025 "AI-Powered Productivity with Surface + Copilot" will be presented by Frank Buchholz on June 26, 2025 "The Intranet of Tomorrow: Beautiful, Flexible, and AI Ready" will be presented by Melissa Torres, Wende Copfer, Judith Yaaqoubi on June 26, 2025 "Top 10 Best Practices Every Admin Should Be Doing in M365!" will be presented by Michelle Gilbert on June 26, 2025 "Your Magical Microsoft Map of Community, Learning and Training" will be presented by Heather Cook, Jessie Hwang on June 25, 2025 "Build Your Custom Agent for 320M+ Users in Microsoft Teams" will be presented by Carter Gilliam on June 27, 2025 "Cultivating Trust and Leadership Excellence: Strategies for Respect and Empathy in the Workplace" will be presented by Heather Cook, Joel Frauenheim on June 26, 2025 "Understanding Where AI Is at and Where It Is Going" will be presented by Aria Hanson on June 27, 2025 "Revolutionizing Content Management Using the Power of AI with Copilot and SharePoint Premium" will be presented by Marco Rocca on June 27, 2025 PWRCON (Power Platform) | Microsoft-led sessions "Build Your Own Copilot (Jarvis) 🤖 with Copilot Studio" will be presented by Manpreet Singh on June 26th "Accelerate your data and app development using Copilot in Dataverse and Power Apps" will be presented by Travis Shu and Prithvi Khosla on June 26th "Collections with Finance Agents – Extensibility to any ERP" will be presented by Akshay Bhatnagar on June 27th "Enhancing Employee Experience with Microsoft Viva: A Comprehensive Overview" will be presented by Manpreet Singh on June 27th "Extending Microsoft 365 Copilot for Sales with Copilot Studio and Power Platform" will be presented by Gaurav Sisodia and Muhammad Arrabi on June 27th "Secure, Compliant, and Connected: How Microsoft 365 Copilot for Sales Manages Your Data and Insights" will be presented by Gaurav Babbar and Manpreet Singh on June 27th DATACON (Fabric)| Microsoft-led sessions “A Comprehensive Guide to Direct Lake for the Pro Data Modeler ” with Philip Seamark, Patrick LeBlanc | June 23, 2025 “ETL, KQL, and RTI: Harnessing Data in Motion with Microsoft Fabric” with Matt Gordon, Christopher Schmidt | June 24, 2025 “Query Store and Azure SQL Copilot, who is the fairest in the land?” with Jose Manuel Jurado Diaz, Juan Moreno Romo | June 24, 2025 “Maximize efficiency in your data-driven projects by leveraging AI and Copilot technologies.” with Prashant Atri, Tammiraju Prasanth, Prabhjot Kaur | June 24, 2025 “Real-Time Intelligence: Turning Streaming Data into Smart Decisions” with Ajeta Singhal, Mou Rakshit | June 25, 2025 “Microsoft Fabric: Ultimate Data Security for Robust Data Warehousing” with Jean Joseph | June 25, 2025 “Fabric Data Factory: What's New and Roadmap” with Miguel Llopis, Mark Kromer | June 25, 2025 “Deep dive into Direct Lake” with Philip Seamark, Patrick LeBlanc | June 25, 2025 “Getting started with SQL database in Fabric” with Bob Ward | June 25, 2025 “Introduction to SQL Server Essential Concepts” with Bradley Ball | June 25, 2025 “Generate self-service governance dashboard using Microsoft Fabric and Purview” with Tammiraju Prasanth, Prashant Atri | June 25, 2025 “Innovate without limits with Azure Data” with Bob Ward, Shireesh Thota | June 25, 2025 “PowerBI, DirectQuery and SQL Server. It is a good choice?” with Jose Manuel Jurado Diaz, Juan Moreno Romo | June 25, 2025 02:00 PM “Learn how to troubleshoot SQL Server like a Microsoft engineer would” with Arvind Shyamsundar | June 25, 2025 “Deployments aren’t enough – databases deserve a development process” with Drew Skwiers-Koballa | June 25, 2025 “Transform your business with integrated solutions using SQL database in Microsoft Fabric” with Pam Lahoud | June 25, 2025 “Build an end-to-end data solution with Microsoft Fabric” with Patrick LeBlanc | June 25, 2025 “Everything you need to know about Data Virtualization in Azure SQL Database” with Hugo Queiroz | June 25, 2025 “SQL Server 2025: The Enterprise AI ready database” with Bob Ward | June 25, 2025 “SSMS 21 Spotlight: What's new and why it matters” with Makena Barickman | June 25, 2025 “Harness the Power of Microsoft Fabric and Notebooks” with Bradley Ball | June 26, 2025 “Real Time Monitoring with Real-life Use Cases using Database Watcher” with Matt Gordon, Daniel Taylor | June 26, 2025 “Oracle/SQL to Fabric Migration accelerator” with Tammiraju Prasanth, Prashant Atri | June 26, 2025 “10 Free SQL Databases: Your Playground for AI, Advanced Analytics, and Next-Gen Applications!” with Amar Digamber Patil, Muazma Zahid | June 26, 2025 "Getting the most out of Copilot Pages and Notebooks: Introduction and Management Discussion" will be presented by Cora Chen, Sammy Chiu on June 26, 2025 Build Your Own Copilot (Jarvis) �� with Copilot Studio" will be presented by Manpreet Singh on June 26th “Azure SQL DB Hyperscale: The Definitive Modern Database Choice ” with Aditya Badramraju, Arvind Shyamsundar | June 26, 2025 “Unleash the Power of SQL Database in Fabric: Innovate Without Limits Using the Free Trial” with Amar Digamber Patil, Muazma Zahid, Madhuri Yethirajam | June 26, 2025 “Power BI Storage Modes: The Ultimate Showdown” with Philip Seamark | June 26, 2025 "AI-Powered Productivity with Surface + Copilot" will be presented by Frank Buchholz on June 26, 2025 "The Intranet of Tomorrow: Beautiful, Flexible, and AI Ready" will be presented by Melissa Torres, Wende Copfer, Judith Yaaqoubi on June 26, 2025 “Migration Mystery Solved: Moving SSRS and SSAS to Power BI” with Daniel Taylor, Raju Kumar | June 26, 2025 "Top 10 Best Practices Every Admin Should Be Doing in M365!" will be presented by Michelle Gilbert on June 26, 2025 “Unified DevOps for Microsoft Fabric, Azure SQL, and SQL Server with next-gen SQL projects” with Drew Skwiers-Koballa | June 26, 2025 “Data Processing Architecture: Key Design Principles & Considerations” with Jean Joseph | June 26, 2025 “Handling Big Data with Power BI” with Patrick LeBlanc | June 26, 2025 "Build Your Custom Agent for 320M+ Users in Microsoft Teams" will be presented by Carter Gilliam on June 27, 2025 "Cultivating Trust and Leadership Excellence: Strategies for Respect and Empathy in the Workplace" will be presented by Heather Cook, Joel Frauenheim on June 27, 2025 "Understanding Where AI Is At and Where It Is Going" will be presented by Aria Hanson on June 27, 2025 “Azure SQL Database Hyperscale elastic pools - a deep-dive” with Arvind Shyamsundar, Aditya Badramraju | June 27, 2025 “Supercharge your analytics with Microsoft Fabric Real Time Intelligence” with Christopher Schmidt | June 27, 2025 “AI and SQL ground to cloud to fabric” with Bob Ward, Muazma Zahid | June 27, 2025 “Harnessing the Power of Data Mesh: A Deep Dive into the Four Pillars of Modern Data Architecture” with Jean Joseph | June 27, 2025 “Microsoft Database Docs - Learn about Contributing for your Career” with William Assaf | June 27, 2025 “Collections with Finance Agents – Extensibility to any ERP" will be presented by Akshay Bhatnagar on June 27th "Enhancing Employee Experience with Microsoft Viva: A Comprehensive Overview" will be presented by Manpreet Singh on June 27th "Extending Microsoft 365 Copilot for Sales with Copilot Studio and Power Platform" will be presented by Gaurav Sisodia and Muhammad Arrabi on June 27th “Build AI Apps Smarter: Optimize SQL Database Costs & Performance in Fabric” with Amar Digamber Patil, Pam Lahoud, Madhuri Yethirajam | June 27, 2025 “Unleashing Modern Data Warehousing: Architecture, Insights & Future Innovations in Fabric Warehouse” with Twinkle Cyril | June 27, 2025 “Mastering Elastic Database Pools: Best Practices and Troubleshooting from Microsoft Support” with Jose Manuel Jurado Diaz, Juan Moreno Romo | June 27, 2025 “Secure, Compliant, and Connected: How Microsoft 365 Copilot for Sales Manages Your Data and Insights" will be presented by Gaurav Babbar and Manpreet Singh on June 27th “Build a Robust App with Fabric SQL Database, GraphQL API, and User Data Functions” with Sunitha Muthukrishna, Ed Lima | June 27, 2025 “Mirroring in Microsoft Fabric - Overview and Roadmap” with Wilson Lee, Maraki Ketema | June 27, 2025 “Indexing Internals for Developers & DBAs” with Bradley Ball | June 27, 2025 “Realtime product review data analysis for Retail using Fabric RTI, Purview and Azure Open AI” with Tammiraju Prasanth, Prashant Atri | June 27, 2025 Expo Hall and Community Ask the Experts Located at a prime spot on the expo floor, the Ask the Experts station served as a hub for attendees to seek solutions to their toughest questions. Industry experts engaged with participants, providing valuable insights and sparking inspiration along the way. Microsoft Zone At the Microsoft Zone, located within the Expo Hall we connected with hundreds of attendees, gaining insights into how Microsoft technologies impact their personal and professional lives. Community members shared their stories, joined Microsoft platforms for ongoing engagement, and, of course, collected plenty of stickers! Microsoft Global Community Initiative (MGCI) Meetup Thank you to everyone who joined the MGCI Meetup at TechCon Seattle—it was energizing to connect with so many community leaders and advocates in person. We left inspired and aligned around new ways to collaborate and support Microsoft adoption efforts together. Microsoft Surface Hub The Microsoft Surface hardware bar at the event featured hands-on demos of the latest Surface devices, giving attendees a chance to explore their design and performance up close and to meet the Surface product team. Ask Microsoft Anything Panel The Ask Microsoft Anything Panel was a standout session—packed with honest insights, expert perspectives, and meaningful engagement between the community and Microsoft leaders. In the End... TechCon Seattle was an extraordinary event that showcased the power of community, innovation, and collaboration. With its diverse range of sessions, workshops, and networking opportunities, the event empowered attendees to unlock new possibilities with Microsoft technologies. For those who joined in Seattle thank you. And thank you to the sponsors. to the speakers for your terrific sessions and to all of the attendees for being a part of the Best Community in Tech. Let’s keep the momentum going at TechCon Atlanta August 11-15!🚀 Microsoft Partners in Switzerland - Only 10 Days Left to Submit Your Nominations!
The Microsoft Partner of the Year Awards 2025 nomination window closes on July 18 at 6:00 PM PT - don’t miss your chance to be recognized locally and globally! Each year, Microsoft honors partners who are driving innovation, transformation, and customer success across industries and technologies. Whether your focus is AI, cloud, sustainability, industry solutions, or social impact - this is your moment to shine. 🌍✨ 🏆 Why nominate? Local and global recognition from Microsoft Visibility within the partner ecosystem and field teams Exclusive experience at Microsoft Ignite Greater credibility with customers and partners Featured case study and video as part of Microsoft’s Partner Success Stories 📝 How to nominate: Visit the Partner of the Year Awards website Review the award categories, official rules, and eligibility guidelines Submit your nomination by July 18 at 6:00 PM PT ❓Have questions? Reach out to the Partner of the Year Awards team at potyasup@microsoft.com (please allow 48 hours for a response) or check out the AMA session for answers to common questions. 💡 There are just ~10 days left - make your mark and show the world what Swiss innovation looks like! 👉 Start your nomination today #MSPartner #POTYA2025 #MicrosoftPartner #Innovation #Switzerland #DigitalTransformation #Cloud #AI #Microsoft #PartnerAwards #CountdownToGreatness
Build secure AI & Copilot experiences with AI ready infrastructure
Learn how to create secure and reliable AI and Copilot experiences using Microsoft’s robust security framework & AI Ready Infrastructure. This session will guide ISVs through best practices for safeguarding AI applications, ensuring data privacy, and integrating secure user interactions. Tailored for ISVs, this session equips you with the tools and knowledge to build trusted AI solutions that delight users while maintaining the highest standards of security and compliance. Register now!Customer office hours Q&A live: FinOps and the Microsoft marketplace
Join us live as we talk through how the marketplace supports FinOps practitioners to optimize cloud and AI workloads. Learn strategies on how to unlock faster time-to-value by using the marketplace to source thousands of pre-vetted solutions that accelerate AI transformation while better managing technology spend. Learn more and registerCustomer office hours: FinOps and the Microsoft marketplace
Invite your marketplace customers to join us live on July 30th as Kristyn_Maddox talks through how the marketplace supports FinOps practitioners to optimize cloud and AI workloads. Learn strategies on how to unlock faster time-to-value by using the marketplace to source thousands of pre-vetted solutions that accelerate AI transformation while better managing technology spend. Note: while this session is geared towards customers, partners are also welcome to attend. Register here.
