Azure

Microsoft has suspended certain cloud and AI services to a division within the Israeli Ministry of Defense (IMOD) following an internal investigation prompted by a report alleging the use of Microsoft’s Azure infrastructure by the IDF Unit 8200 to track Palestinian phone calls. President Brad Smith confirmed evidence supporting elements of the report. The decision follows internal pressure from employees concerned about the ethical implications of the company’s technology. Unit 8200 may be considering migrating its data to Amazon Web Services (AWS). The incident highlights the responsibilities of tech firms regarding government use of their services.