"Scott Hanselman, a Microsoft VP overseeing GitHub, stated, 'Hey, I love dumping on my company as much as the next guy, because Microsoft does some dumb stuff, but sometimes it's just 'check emails and verify your accounts.' Not every 'WTF micro$oft' moment is a slam dunk.'"
"'It's almost like deadlines are date based,' Hanselman expressed frustration with users complaining about the enforcement of the deadline that had been communicated since October."
Microsoft is correcting a reauthentication issue affecting independent software vendors in its Windows Hardware Program. The problem arose when notices for account verification were sent out, leading to suspensions for those who did not respond. Some ISVs did not receive the notices, while others were blocked despite reauthentication. Microsoft officials acknowledged glitches but emphasized that not all issues were their fault. The situation has disrupted operations for customers globally, and the reinstatement process has been slowed by a high volume of urgent requests.
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