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January (1)

github: 1 vCPU Linux runner now generally available in GitHub Actions

GitHub

2026-01-22

GitHub Actions now offers 1 vCPU Linux runners as generally available (GA). These lower-cost runners are optimized for automation tasks and issue operations and are available to all customers.

2025 (3)

November (1)

azure: [In preview] Announcing: Developer Training tier for low-cost fine-tuning training

Azure Updates

2025-11-18

Microsoft Foundry announced a Developer Training tier (preview) that offers ultra-low-cost fine-tuning model training by using spot capacity. The tier aims to provide training affordability comparable to the existing Developer hosting tier, specifically for the training phase of fine-tuning workflows.

September (2)

security: Microsoft Defender delivered 242% return on investment over three years​​

Microsoft Security Blog

2025-09-18

A 2025 Forrester Consulting TEI study found Microsoft Defender delivered a 242% ROI over three years, produced $17.8 million in benefits, and paid for itself in under six months by helping organizations consolidate security tools and improve SecOps efficiency with AI and automation.

azure: [Launched] Generally Available: Azure Ultra Disk Price Reduction in Central US

Azure Updates

2025-09-02

Azure has made a price reduction for Ultra Disks in the Central US region generally available. Ultra Disks provide extremely high performance and sub-millisecond latency for demanding VM workloads, and the price cut reduces costs for those workloads in that region.