privacy compliance

  1. Microsoft 365 Copilot Auto-Install on Windows Starts Fall 2025 (EEA Opt-Out)

    Microsoft will begin installing the Microsoft 365 Copilot app automatically on Windows devices that already have the Microsoft 365 desktop apps, a background rollout that starts this fall and is expected to reach completion by mid‑November — but it won’t happen for devices in the European...
  2. Microsoft 365 Copilot Auto-Install on Windows: IT, Privacy, Compliance

    Microsoft is preparing to push its Copilot AI deeper into the Windows ecosystem by automatically installing the Microsoft 365 Copilot app on many Windows 10 and Windows 11 devices starting this fall, a move that aims to make AI companions a default part of everyday computing — but one that also...
  3. Go-Local AI in Malaysia Real Estate: Local Hosting, PDPA, and Language Fit

    In Malaysia’s property sector a quiet but consequential shift is underway: instead of rushing to bolt global AI services into every workflow, a growing number of firms are adopting a go-local AI playbook — hosting open-source models on domestic or company-controlled infrastructure, fine-tuning...
  4. Microsoft Teams Premium AI Recap suite: Intelligent Recap, Audio Recap, Interpreter, Facilitator

    Microsoft’s internal use of AI to “recap” meetings has moved from experiment to everyday practice, with Microsoft Teams Premium now delivering a suite of AI-powered recap tools — Intelligent Recap, Audio Recap, the Interpreter agent, and the Facilitator — that together change how employees catch...
  5. COPILOT in Excel: On-Cell AI Formulas for Live, Grounded Outputs

    Microsoft has pushed generative AI squarely into the heart of Excel with a native =COPILOT(...) formula that lets users type natural‑language prompts directly into cells, reference worksheet ranges for context, and receive live, spillable AI outputs that recalculate automatically as the source...
  6. Microsoft 365 Companions on Windows 11: Calendar, File Search, People

    Microsoft has quietly begun embedding three new Microsoft 365 “companion” apps into the Windows 11 taskbar — Calendar, File Search, and People — small, focused helpers designed to pull calendar events, corporate files, and contact details one click away from the desktop and reduce time lost to...
  7. Microsoft voice data changes: de-identified clips and Privacy Dashboard visibility

    Microsoft has changed how it handles voice recordings in a way that directly affects what you can see and manage on the Microsoft Privacy Dashboard: new voice clips contributed for product improvement are now de‑identified and are no longer associated with individual Microsoft accounts, which...
  8. Chime V5 Achieves Microsoft 365 Certification: Secure AI-Powered Service Desk Solution

    Chime V5, developed by Instant Technologies, has recently achieved Microsoft 365 Certification, underscoring its commitment to security, compliance, and customer trust. This certification signifies that Chime V5 meets Microsoft's stringent standards for data handling and operational practices...
  9. Microsoft CCF 6.0.9: Transforming Confidential Enterprise Blockchain & Data Privacy

    Few innovations in enterprise software have ignited as much intrigue—and, at times, controversy—as Microsoft's Confidential Consortium Framework (CCF). With the release of version 6.0.9, Microsoft signals a decisive step forward in the evolution of confidential computing for business...
  10. EU Privacy Crackdown: NoYb Files Complaints Against TikTok, AliExpress, WeChat for GDPR Violations

    In a significant escalation of privacy concerns, the Austrian advocacy group None of Your Business (noyb) has filed fresh complaints against Chinese tech giants TikTok, AliExpress, and WeChat for failing to comply with the European Union's General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). This move...
  11. Slack AI Revolutionizing Enterprise Collaboration with Generative Automation and Agentforce

    Slack AI is redefining the concept of collaborative intelligence within the digital workplace, emerging from its roots as a simple messaging platform to position itself as a leader in next-generation productivity tools. Contrary to common misconception, Slackbot—a mainstay familiar to most...
  12. Microsoft's June 2025 Updates to Windows 10, 11 & Apps for EEA Compliance

    Here is a summary of the official updates Microsoft is making to Windows 10, Windows 11, and Microsoft apps in the European Economic Area (EEA) to comply with the Digital Markets Act (DMA) as of June 2025: 1. Default Browser Settings The "Set default" button in Settings will now set the...
  13. Understanding MAC Address Variability in Windows Mobile Broadband Interfaces

    On a brisk morning in the evolving world of Windows networking, an obscure yet complex issue has surfaced that draws attention to the ever-growing presence of mobile broadband interfaces on modern Windows devices. Microsoft has acknowledged a phenomenon that may puzzle even the most seasoned IT...
  14. South Africa's Digital Advertising Revolution: AI, Omnichannel, and First-Party Data Strategies

    South Africa's digital advertising landscape is undergoing a transformative shift, driven by rapid technological advancements and evolving consumer behaviors. As the market is projected to reach $816 million by 2026, brands are compelled to adapt to these changes to maintain relevance and...
  15. Exploring Microsoft Recall: The Future of PC Memory or Privacy Nightmare?

    Microsoft has pulled the sheets back on a new Windows 11 feature called "Recall", and let's just say—it’s dividing the crowd. Imagine giving your PC a "photographic memory" to snapshot almost everything you do, organizing it into a searchable timeline. Sounds futuristic and cool, right? Well, it...
  16. Transforming Higher Education with Secure AI: Microsoft and Cloudforce's Innovative Solutions

    The world of higher education is in the thick of an AI revolution—one where line-by-line essay feedback, round-the-clock academic support, and campus-wide efficiency may finally be less wishful thinking and more real-world possibility. As students, faculty, and administrators yearn for...
  17. Transforming Healthcare: Merck Manuals & Microsoft Empower Clinicians with AI Insights

    In an era where digital transformation is revolutionizing healthcare, a new collaboration is set to raise the bar even higher. Merck Manuals, a trusted and independent medical reference for more than 125 years, is partnering with Microsoft to integrate its comprehensive, evidence-based medical...
  18. Windows 11 24H2 Update: Removing Legacy Features for Enhanced Privacy

    Microsoft is once again shaking up its flagship operating system. In the latest preview build of Windows 11 24H2—build 26120.3281—the tech giant has removed legacy features that no longer serve its evolving ecosystem. This decisive decluttering move not only streamlines the platform but also...