Microsoft cancels Ignite tour in Hong Kong due to coronavirus
Microsoft said that the health and safety of its employees is its top priority when canceling its event in Hong Kong.
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What you need to know
Microsoft announced today that its Hong Kong stop of Microsoft Ignite The Tour is canceled due to the coronavirus (COVID-19). In arecent tweet, the Microsoft Ignite Twitter account states, “The health and safety of our employees, customers, partners, and suppliers are a top priority.” Microsoft points people towards its on-demand Ignite resources to view the recent conference’s sessions.
As the coronavirus continues to be a serious health risk, more companies are canceling events and conferences that could cause health risks to people, including employees. Mobile World Congress was recently canceled, and it’s likely that other conferences and events will be canceled as the outbreak continues.
Top 5 announcements from Microsoft Ignite 2019
Microsoft Ignite is aimed towards developers, but there are often bits of news that interest general consumers. At Ignite 2019, Microsoft announced a release date for the new Microsoft Edge, showed off the new Office Mobile app for iOS and Android, and discussed how it stored a film onto a piece of glass.
You can catch up on Microsoft’s on-demand Ignite content and read its announcement about the Hong Kong stop’s cancellationhere.
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Sean Endicott is a tech journalist at Windows Central, specializing in Windows, Microsoft software, AI, and PCs. He’s covered major launches, from Windows 10 and 11 to the rise of AI tools like ChatGPT. Sean’s journey began with the Lumia 740, leading to strong ties with app developers. Outside writing, he coaches American football, utilizing Microsoft services to manage his team. He studied broadcast journalism at Nottingham Trent University and is active on X @SeanEndicott_ and Threads @sean_endicott_.
