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Microsoft Cuts Office 365 Access for Chinese Genomics Firm

4/4/2025

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Microsoft has cut off Office 365 applications, including essential email services, to BGI Genomics, a prominent genetic research firm in China. Employees are feeling the impact as access to vital tools like Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Teams has been abruptly revoked, confirmed by an internal email obtained by Nikkei Asia.

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Microsoft has cut off Office 365 applications, including essential email services, to BGI Genomics, a prominent genetic research firm in China. Employees are feeling the impact as access to vital tools like Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Teams has been abruptly revoked, confirmed by an internal email obtained by Nikkei Asia.