The highly anticipated Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 faced severe server overload on launch day, leaving fans frustrated with stalled installations and missing content. Developer Asobo attributed the chaos to a database cache failure, despite prior load tests for 200,000 users. The misstep is particularly glaring for Microsoft, a cloud giant, overshadowing the excitement of its latest game and highlighting scalability issues.
NTT DATA has deepened its collaboration with Google Cloud to drive generative AI and cloud-based analytics adoption in APAC. Leveraging Google Cloud’s AI capabilities and NTT DATA’s enterprise expertise, the partnership aims to transform industries. With a new dedicated business unit and plans to upskill over 1,000 professionals, the alliance targets a 10x cloud business growth in three years, unlocking advanced digital modernization solutions.