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At Microsoft Build 2025, Windows AI Foundry takes center stage, ushering in a new era of on-device AI development with unified tools, instant access to optimized open-source models, and robust APIs for language and vision tasks. As early adopters, Burzcast leverages these advancements in products like Cluj Plus, delivering secure, private, and intelligent experiences to users while empowering organizations to innovate confidently across the AI landscape.
As Microsoft celebrates 50 years of innovation, we proudly reflect on our 15-year partnership that has shaped and empowered our journey at Burzcast. From our humble beginnings with Windows 95 to building cutting-edge solutions powered by Azure and Microsoft 365, Microsoft has been an integral part of our success story. Here’s to the next 50—together.
Bad actors are increasingly using AI to craft convincing deepfakes and fake news to manipulate public opinion, making it essential for us to strengthen defenses, raise public awareness, and educate future generations to critically assess and question the authenticity of the information they encounter.
Burzcast proudly introduces Cluj Plus, an innovative, AI-powered web application that serves as your comprehensive guide to Cluj-Napoca. Designed for residents, visitors, and future residents alike, Cluj Plus seamlessly integrates essential information—from public services and transport schedules to healthcare, education, and cultural insights—into one user-friendly platform. Leveraging the robust capabilities of Microsoft Azure’s AI and web services, the platform guarantees a fast, secure, and reliable experience, enabling you to navigate and explore the dynamic heart of Transylvania with ease and confidence.
At Burzcast, we embrace AI as an extension of human capability - integrating it into every aspect of our operations to build fast, reliable, cloud-native applications that empower businesses to predict, analyze, and shape their future.
The founder of Burzcast recently introduced third-grade students to the fascinating world of Artificial Intelligence (AI), demonstrating how technologies like GPT and DALL-E can transform ideas into reality, emphasizing responsible usage, and inspiring them to embrace innovation.
In light of recent security findings, eight vulnerabilities were discovered in Microsoft apps for macOS, allowing attackers to exploit app permissions and gain unauthorized access to sensitive resources. At Burzcast, we trust and use Microsoft 365 extensively, so understanding these risks and implementing strong security practices is crucial. By keeping apps updated, adjusting security settings, and ensuring downloads only come from official sources, users can better protect their macOS environments from potential threats.
The recent global IT outage, triggered by a faulty update from CrowdStrike, has underscored the critical role and potential risks of cybersecurity software. This incident, which disrupted operations across major airlines, banks, and other vital services, highlights the importance of rigorous testing and quality assurance in cybersecurity. As organizations work to recover, this event serves as a stark reminder of the need for robust contingency planning and the complexities inherent in safeguarding our digital infrastructure.
Implementing a security.txt file is a simple yet powerful step towards enhancing an organization's cybersecurity framework, facilitating streamlined communication with security researchers, and demonstrating a commitment to proactive security management.
Ensure your smartphone is ready for your mid-season vacation by updating and backing up your data, enabling the "Find My" feature, securing a VPN like NordVPN, getting a reliable data plan such as Revolut's eSIM, turning off social media location services, using Apple Pay for secure transactions, guarding your online presence, sharing travel updates cautiously, and staying vigilant for suspicious activity.