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Microsoft has released its fiscal year 2020 fourth-quarter financial results, now available on its Investor Relations website. The company emphasizes its role in driving digital transformation and supporting organizations worldwide. The earnings call is scheduled for 2:30 p.m. Pacific Time, with a live webcast accessible via the Investor Relations site. For detailed earnings information, the press release can be viewed online.

On July 21, 2020, nine leading companies, including Microsoft, launched the Transform to Net Zero initiative to accelerate the transition to a net-zero global economy by 2050. The initiative aims to provide research, guidance, and roadmaps for businesses to achieve net-zero emissions. Founding members include A.P. Moller - Maersk, Danone, and Unilever. The initiative emphasizes transformation across corporate strategies, governance, and sustainable practices with outputs expected by 2025.

Microsoft Corp. has entered a strategic, multiyear cloud agreement with Finastra to boost digital transformation in financial services. This collaboration aims to support over 3,000 financial institutions via Azure, enhancing technology use in banking. Finastra's open developer platform, FusionFabric.cloud, will facilitate innovation, while Microsoft tools like Azure and Office 365 will drive operational efficiencies. The partnership aligns both companies’ visions for a digital-first financial future, potentially increasing productivity and client engagement.

On July 13, 2020, Microsoft announced the winners and finalists of its 2020 Partner of the Year Awards, celebrating partners who excelled in innovative customer solutions using Microsoft technology. Over 3,300 nominations were received globally, with ten new categories introduced, including the Community Response Award for partners aiding local communities during the pandemic. Winners will be recognized at the digital Microsoft Inspire event from July 21-22, 2020. This initiative reflects Microsoft's commitment to empowering organizations worldwide through technological innovation.

Samsung Electronics and Microsoft Corp. have formed a strategic alliance to transform the real estate and property management sectors. Utilizing Microsoft's Azure IoT and SmartThings technology, the partnership aims to optimize building operations, enhance equipment maintenance, and improve tenant experiences. This collaboration will leverage data from Samsung's smart devices, facilitating real-time monitoring and predictive maintenance, ultimately reducing costs and enhancing productivity for building managers. The initiative is exemplified through pilot projects at the National University of Singapore.

Microsoft will announce its fiscal year 2020 fourth-quarter financial results after the market closes on July 22, 2020. Investors can access these results via the Microsoft Investor Relations website. The live earnings conference call will be held at 2:30 p.m. Pacific Time on the same day. This event is crucial for stakeholders looking to assess the company's performance and future outlook in the competitive landscape.

Microsoft has introduced the "Accelerate: Atlanta" program, part of its global initiative aimed at equipping 25 million people with digital skills by year-end. This initiative, launched on July 1, 2020, seeks to support Atlantans affected by COVID-19 and racial inequities in education. With over $1 million in investment, the program partners with local civic and corporate entities to provide opportunities for underserved communities, aiming to close the digital divide and promote economic recovery in the region.

On June 30, 2020, Microsoft unveiled a global initiative aimed at equipping 25 million individuals with digital skills by year-end, responding to COVID-19's economic fallout. This extensive program harnesses resources from LinkedIn, GitHub, and Microsoft to provide tailored learning paths, low-cost certifications, and job-seeking tools. A budget of $20 million will support non-profits, with $5 million specifically targeted at community organizations serving people of color in the U.S. The initiative aims to aid economic recovery and ensure equitable access to new job opportunities.

On June 25, 2020, Hitachi and Microsoft announced a multiyear strategic alliance aimed at enhancing digital transformation in manufacturing and logistics across Southeast Asia, North America, and Japan.

This collaboration will leverage Hitachi's Lumada and IoT technologies with Microsoft's Azure, Dynamics 365, and Microsoft 365. Key initiatives include boosting manufacturing productivity, optimizing logistics through data analytics, and implementing predictive maintenance solutions. The first solutions will roll out in Thailand by July 2020, with plans for expansion into other regions and industries.