Pentagon to Split JEDI Contract Between Microsoft and Amazon

The Pentagon has decided to cancel the original Jedi cloud sourcing deal, which was initially awarded to Microsoft, after facing multiple lawsuits and public relations battles. The contract, valued at up to $10 billion over a decade, was highly contested by Amazon. In a move to resolve the disputes, the Pentagon opted to split the contract between both companies, allowing them to provide cloud services to the government. This decision is seen as a significant development in the tech industry, offering both companies a foothold in lucrative government contracts.

Which two companies were involved in the competition for the Jedi contract?

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What was the Pentagon's decision regarding the Jedi contract after the disputes?

What was the original value of the Jedi contract awarded to Microsoft?

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