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UBS and Microsoft announced a significant expansion of their partnership to enhance UBS's public cloud capabilities over the next five years. UBS aims to have over 50% of its applications running on Microsoft Azure, advancing its "cloud-first" strategy. This collaboration focuses on innovation and sustainability, including initiatives like a Carbon Aware API to optimize energy use. The partnership will enable better client experiences, operational efficiency, and compliance.

Haleon and Microsoft have partnered to enhance health product accessibility for individuals who are blind or have low vision. Launched on World Sight Day, the collaboration improves the Microsoft Seeing AI app, enabling detailed audio narrations for over 1,500 Haleon products across the U.S. and U.K. Users can scan barcodes to receive crucial information about product name, ingredients, and usage. This initiative aims to empower users in managing their health independently. Haleon also introduced its Health Inclusivity Index, aiming to enhance global health inclusivity.

Microsoft and Cisco announced a partnership to enable the running of Microsoft Teams natively on Cisco’s Room and Desk devices, enhancing customer choice in hybrid work environments. This integration, set for early 2023, will allow customers to set Teams as the default experience while maintaining support for Webex meetings. Initial offerings include six Cisco devices certified for Microsoft Teams, along with high-quality video technology from Cisco. This collaboration aims to improve the digital workplace by providing reliable, intelligent meeting solutions.

Microsoft Corp. will announce its fiscal year 2023 first-quarter financial results after the market closes on October 25, 2022. The results will be available on the Microsoft Investor Relations website. A live webcast of the earnings conference call is scheduled for 2:30 p.m. Pacific Time on the same day. This announcement underscores Microsoft’s ongoing commitment to digital transformation and innovation in the intelligent cloud and edge sectors.

Microsoft, Planet Labs, and The Nature Conservancy have launched the Global Renewables Watch (GRW), a pioneering atlas to map utility-scale solar and wind installations globally using AI and satellite imagery. Initially focusing on installations in Germany, India, Brazil, and Egypt, GRW aims to provide comprehensive insights into renewable energy capacity and trends. The full global inventory is expected by early 2023, ensuring updated data twice yearly. This initiative coincides with the UN General Assembly and Climate Week NYC, showcasing collaboration in advancing the clean energy transition.

Microsoft has expanded its employee experience platform, Microsoft Viva, to enhance communication and engagement amid hybrid work challenges. The company's Work Trend Index Pulse report highlights a disconnect between employee productivity perceptions and leadership, urging organizations to adapt their approach. New Viva features include Viva Pulse for team feedback, Viva Amplify for improved communications, and AI-driven tools for knowledge sharing. These innovations aim to empower employees, address productivity concerns, and align work with business goals. The rollout of these capabilities is expected to begin in early 2023.

Microsoft Corp. declared a quarterly dividend of $0.68 per share, a 10% increase from the previous quarter. This dividend is payable on Dec. 8, 2022, to shareholders recorded by Nov. 17, 2022. The ex-dividend date is Nov. 16, 2022. Additionally, Microsoft's Annual Shareholders Meeting is scheduled for Dec. 13, 2022, allowing shareholders of record as of Oct. 12, 2022, to vote. This meeting will be hosted virtually by top executives, including CEO Satya Nadella.