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Russia's Microsoft Office challenger forced to shut down offices and fire workers as reports claim it is losing millions

Russia's designated Microsoft Office replacement closes the office where it was built, with its majority owner says import substitution does not work in this segment.

TechRadar · Aug 13

Days after Putin threatened to "throttle" Teams, Microsoft's subsidiary in Russia will file for bankruptcy

Microsoft’s Russian subsidiary is reportedly filing for bankruptcy just days after President Putin called for Western tech to be “throttled” and “choked.”

Windows Central · Jun 2, 2025

"They’re trying to choke us, we should respond in kind." Russian President threatens to "throttle" Microsoft Teams, Zoom, and other US tech in the country

Putin says Microsoft Teams, Zoom, and other US tech should be throttled in Russia as tensions rise between the two countries.

Windows Central · May 27, 2025

US Bans Kaspersky Lab Software Over National Security Concerns

US bans Kaspersky Lab software due to national security concerns. Prohibition extends to affiliates and parent company, reflecting broader cybersecurity ef...

Top News · Jun 21, 2024

US government bans sales of Kaspersky security software

Kaspersky has had a rocky reputation since Russia's activities in Ukraine, but now it is set to be banned outright.

TechRadar · Jun 21, 2024

US Gov announces upcoming ban of Kaspersky antivirus software for US customers—including future updates—citing an 'unacceptable risk to national security'

If you're a US Kaspersky customer, now's the time to look for a new AV provider.

PC Gamer · Jun 21, 2024

US Bans Use Of Russian Cybersecurity Firm's Software

The Biden administration bans US use of Kaspersky Lab software over national security concerns.

Top News · Jun 20, 2024

US To Ban Kaspersky Lab Software Over National Security Concerns

Biden administration to ban US use of Kaspersky Lab software over national security concerns.

Top News · Apr 9, 2024

US weighs action against Russian cybersecurity firm Kaspersky Lab -WSJ

The U.S. Department of Commerce is weighing an enforcement action against Russian cybersecurity company Kaspersky Lab, the Wall Street Journal reported on Friday citing people familiar with the matter.

Reuters · Apr 7, 2023