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Sony and Microsoft to explore strategic partnership regarding cloud-based tech for gaming & AI

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NSA

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Better together?

"Companies to collaborate on new cloud-based solutions for gaming experiences and AI solutions"

Under the memorandum of understanding signed by the parties, the two companies will explore joint development of future cloud solutions in Microsoft Azure to support their respective game and content-streaming services. In addition, the two companies will explore the use of current Microsoft Azure datacenter-based solutions for Sony's game and content-streaming services. By working together, the companies aim to deliver more enhanced entertainment experiences for their worldwide customers. These efforts will also include building better development platforms for the content creator community.
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https://news.microsoft.com/2019/05/16/sony-and-microsoft-to-explore-strategic-partnership/

 
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kennyamr

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hmm, so Sony will use Azure as its platform for PlayStation Now?
Kinda surprised they didn't choose Amazon's or even Google's.
Azure is really good, so no complaining here. Very good news for everyone.
 
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Silvergun-Blue

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Under the memorandum of understanding signed by the parties, the two companies will explore joint development of future cloud solutions in Microsoft Azure to support their respective game and content-streaming services. In addition, the two companies will explore the use of current Microsoft Azure datacenter-based solutions for Sony's game and content-streaming services. By working together, the companies aim to deliver more enhanced entertainment experiences for their worldwide customers. These efforts will also include building better development platforms for the content creator community.
 
Jadax

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"Companies to collaborate on new cloud-based solutions for gaming experiences and AI solutions"

Is this because of Sadia? And people were saying nothing to worry about, Google can't break into gaming.
 
spam musubi

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MS have the better infrastructure, Sony have a streaming service that a lot of people actually use. Seems like a reasonable pairing.
 
LewieP

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I'm getting flashbacks to Astro Boy Omega Factor having splash screens for Nintendo, Sega and Sony
 
Meg Cherry

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Sounds like Sony will be using Microsoft's cloud base for any streaming efforts next-gen. Which makes them no different from countless other major corporations that use Microsoft's products and services.

It is potentially interesting that they're being so public about this partnership, and I wonder if it's part of a larger effort to combat Google & Stadia by working together instead of competing with each other. If Microsoft makes Sony's streaming tech better, that's sending fewer customers to Google. If you want to keep a new competitor from gaining a foothold in the market, that's a good way to start.
 
manustany

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Another step in the right direction. The next generation is going to be fun.
Next step, ONE CONSOLE TOGETHER
 
J-Skee

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HOLY. SHIT.

Sony is going to work with Microsoft to use Azure. This is a direct shot at Google. Holy shit. Holy shit. Holy shit.
 
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