Better yet, who thinks any part of Microsoft gives a flying fuck about the concept of safety in any capacity?
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Treczoks@lemmy.world 1 week ago
OK, who actually did think that data in Microsofts hands were safe from US meddling?
Any bit of data sent to an American server has to be considered compromized.
krooklochurm@lemmy.ca 1 week ago
Zwuzelmaus@feddit.org 1 week ago
Yes, the
deceptionmarketing departments.Kissaki@feddit.org 1 week ago
Safety is part of the business strategy because it has to be, at least to the degree of public image and in business risk assessment.
Zos_Kia@lemmynsfw.com 1 week ago
Yeah nobody did. I’ve heard this kind of talk since the Patriot act went into effect but it wasn’t really a problem as long as the US weren’t overtly hostile to our institutions.
Right now a lot of people are scrambling to alternatives, at least in certain circles. Personally ive been gearing up a “de-americanization” service I plan to go to market in early 2026. It’s gonna be great cause for the first time in my career I can go all in on communicating my opinions to potential customers \o/
Kissaki@feddit.org 1 week ago
This is not only about data transmitted to the US, but also about data located in the EU - but still under the Microsoft umbrella, a US company.
Even if you know or strongly suspect something it is important to confirm and have it on record.
Also, many people don’t have the technical or judicial expertise. It’s obvious to you because you already know it.
This admission and the following press coverage was likely a significant revelation and wake-up call for a lot of people.