In this episode of Cloud OverChance Insights, Richard Hogan, David Rowley, and Cyrus Irandoust discuss the latest developments in Microsoft Cloud, focusing on the acquisition of Osmos, the implications of AI in data engineering, and the evolving landscape of work and skills in the tech industry.

They explore the importance of design responsibility, the integration of AI across Microsoft products, and the critical role of data security through Microsoft Purview. The conversation emphasizes the need for patience and understanding when working with AI technologies, as well as the necessity for compliance in AI governance.

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In this episode, the team dives into the latest cloud industry keynotes, comparing Microsoft’s agent-focused messaging with AWS’s infrastructure-first approach. David unpacks the real progress in AI, from research pipelines to agentic frameworks, while Richard shares his ongoing adventures (and occasional frustrations) with GitHub Copilot—think less chaos, more candid lessons learned.

Cyrus rounds things out with a practical look at Intune Suite’s new features, what’s now included in E3 and E5, and why these updates matter for security and device management. Expect grounded commentary, a dash of British sarcasm, and plenty of real-world takeaways for anyone working in the Microsoft ecosystem.

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This week on Cloudy with a Chance of Insights, Richard, David, and Cyrus dive into the biggest announcements from Microsoft Ignite—without the marketing fluff. From Security Copilot landing in every E5 license, to the merging of Defender portals, and the rise of agentic solutions, we break down what’s actually new, what’s just rebranding, and what’s still in preview.

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