azure: [Launched] Generally Available: Advanced sampling and richer data collection in Azure Monitor OpenTelemetry Distro

Azure has made generally available enhanced sampling and richer data collection capabilities in the Azure Monitor OpenTelemetry Distro (which powers Azure Monitor Application Insights). The release introduces new sampling options including rate-limited sampling and trace-based log sampling to give teams finer control over telemetry volume and correlation.

• Source: Azure Updates