Microsoft has introduced a Cloud Rebuild feature in Windows 11 that allows users to reinstall the operating system even if the existing installation is corrupt or unbootable. The feature, available in the Windows Recovery Environment, downloads a fresh image of Windows and required drivers via Windows Update, eliminating the need for a USB drive or custom recovery image.

Google Cloud and Accenture have established the Accenture Gemini Enterprise Business Group to help enterprises scale AI capabilities with a focus on increasing enterprise adoption of Gemini Enterprise, building repeatable industry-specific solutions, driving user adoption and bridging the gap between AI experimentation and enterprise-wide transformation. The group will include about 1,000 forward-deployed engineers to provide technical guidance and support.

A report by Alice & Bob and Hyperion Research highlights a growing gap between quantum computing hardware and software, with the latter lagging significantly. The report identifies software infrastructure, schedulers and compilers as major bottlenecks in integrating quantum systems with supercomputers.

AI is transforming machine condition monitoring by analyzing vibration data rapidly and providing actionable insights, but its effectiveness hinges on contextual data, writes David Kapolnek. AI excels at automating repetitive tasks and works best when integrated into existing condition monitoring systems, enhancing rather than replacing structured analytics, Kapolnek writes.

Proofpoint and Volexity say they have observed hackers deploying the BlueMoon exploit kit to leverage zero-day vulnerabilities in Microsoft Windows and Google Chrome. The kit combines issues in Chromium-based browsers for remote code execution and a Windows kernel privilege escalation. BlueMoon has been used in spearphishing by groups such as JungleBamboo and UTA0560, targeting NGOs and high-value individuals.

Quantum computing could mark the next revolution in tech. Giants in the industry such as Google and IBM are making big investments in these next-gen computers. “The field of quantum technology is growing faster than the current workforce can support,” says National Science Foundation spokesperson Miriam Kleiman. “There is a significant shortage of qualified people.”

Experts note that AI fluency is not enough for workers; people who can lead teams, manage change and ensure technology is connected to business outcomes are the employees who are most valuable. While 37.8% of organizations cite AI and machine-learning expertise as a driver of base-pay increases, 30.7% also point to the importance of those leadership abilities. The Conference Board suggests that instead of distributing raises evenly, companies should reward performance and critical skills that drive the most business value.

Amid rapid technology change and AI disruption, skills development has become a top business priority, according to CompTIA's “Workforce and Learning Trends 2026” report. The research found that 83% of organizations are focused on closing skills gaps, while 62% plan to increase AI training budgets over the next year. Employers say skill shortages are driven by a broader mix of technology changes, underscoring the need for comprehensive workforce development strategies and industry-recognized credentials.

Infrastructure as a Service is often the first step organizations take when moving workloads to the cloud, providing on-demand access to virtualized computing, storage and networking resources. As businesses continue to modernize their technology environments, understanding IaaS is becoming essential knowledge across infrastructure, cybersecurity and cloud operations roles. This article explains how IaaS works, its key benefits, common use cases, security considerations and the growing importance of cloud infrastructure skills for IT pros.