Microsoft reportedly building OpenClaw-style AI system
Follow UsMicrosoft is testing smarter Copilot tools that can work on tasks automatically.
New AI agents may run on devices and handle daily work, but raise safety concerns.
More details could be shared at Microsoft Build in June.
Microsoft is reportedly working to improve its AI tools so they can make them more proactive and useful in daily work. Instead of waiting for users to ask questions, the AI tool could start doing tasks in the background. As per the current reports, the company is testing new features for its Copilot assistant that work a bit like smart helpers. These helpers could handle everyday work without needing constant instructions. This change could make AI tools more useful and save time. But it also brings worries about safety and how much control users will have over what the AI does. Microsoft says it is focusing on building a secure and enterprise-ready version of this approach.
SurveyMicrosoft wants to make Microsoft 365 Copilot more independent. It is trying out new functionalities that have been introduced by OpenClaw. The software will allow users to run AI agents right from their computers. The AI agents will perform the assigned tasks independently. While some individuals are optimistic about the innovation, others are concerned about possible security threats.
Omar Shahine, a senior executive at Microsoft, confirmed that the company is studying how such technology could fit into enterprise use. The goal is to create a safer version that businesses can trust. One idea under consideration is an always-on Copilot that monitors tools like email and calendars. It could then suggest daily tasks or reminders without being asked.
Microsoft is also experimenting with role-specific AI bots that can be developed specifically to work for certain teams, like marketing, sales, and accounting. With the help of the availability of data for each bot, Microsoft seeks to reduce potential risks and safeguard confidential data. Such a step may prove useful when it comes to dealing with problems arising after the growing popularity of OpenClaw.
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The company is expected to reveal more details at its upcoming Microsoft Build conference, which begins on June 2. This event often serves as a platform for major announcements related to AI and software development.
Last year, Anthropic introduced integrations of its Claude AI into Microsoft’s ecosystem, and expanding Copilot’s abilities could help Microsoft stay competitive and win back users who have explored other AI services.
