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Microsoft opens first Azure cloud region in Austria after five-year wait

Microsoft has officially launched its Austrian Azure cloud region, five years after first announcing it. Located near Vienna, the region features three availability zones and will begin processing data in August. Powered by local hydropower, the launch supports Austria’s digital sovereignty goals while aiming to accelerate AI adoption. Officials say the region ensures local data control, low latency, and compliance with EU data protection standards.

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