Microsoft has made some improvements to Archive Storage generally available. These include priority retrieval, enhanced capabilities for the Copy Blob API, and more features as well.
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Zone redundant storage is now generally available for Azure Files premium tier, in additional to LRS. Currently being offered in the West Europe region, coverage will soon be expanded.
Microsoft has announced some new features in public preview for Archive Storage. These include priority retrieval for faster online data access and CopyBlob enhancements, among others.