Microsoft 365 Copilot App to be Automatically Installed on Windows Devices Outside EEA
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Microsoft will automatically install the Microsoft 365 Copilot app on Windows devices with Microsoft 365 desktop client apps outside the European Economic Area (EEA) starting in early October 2025. The Copilot app integrates AI-powered features across Microsoft 365 suite apps, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. The rollout aims to simplify access to Copilot features, but IT administrators can opt out through the Apps Admin Center. Additionally, Microsoft has rolled out Copilot Chat to Microsoft 365 Office apps, providing AI-powered assistance within the applications.
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16.09.2025 21:01 π° 1 articles Β· β± 1d ago
Copilot Chat Rolled Out to Microsoft 365 Office Apps
Copilot Chat is an AI-powered, content-aware chat that works with data from the web. It is included at no additional cost for Microsoft 365 users with specific licenses. Copilot Chat can be accessed in a side pane of the file being worked on. A Microsoft 365 Copilot license allows Copilot Chat to access all user data, not just the currently open document.
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- Microsoft rolls out Copilot Chat to Microsoft 365 Office apps β www.bleepingcomputer.com β 16.09.2025 21:01
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15.09.2025 18:59 π° 2 articles Β· β± 2d ago
Microsoft 365 Copilot App Automatic Installation Begins in October 2025
The rollout of Copilot Chat began in September 2025. The rollout will be completed by mid-November 2025. The app integrates AI-powered features across Microsoft 365 suite apps and will be enabled by default. IT administrators can opt out through the Apps Admin Center.
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- Microsoft to force install the Microsoft 365 Copilot app in October β www.bleepingcomputer.com β 15.09.2025 18:59
- Microsoft rolls out Copilot Chat to Microsoft 365 Office apps β www.bleepingcomputer.com β 16.09.2025 21:01
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The Microsoft 365 Copilot app integrates AI-powered features with Microsoft 365 suite apps, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
First reported: 15.09.2025 18:59π° 1 source, 2 articlesShow sources
- Microsoft to force install the Microsoft 365 Copilot app in October β www.bleepingcomputer.com β 15.09.2025 18:59
- Microsoft rolls out Copilot Chat to Microsoft 365 Office apps β www.bleepingcomputer.com β 16.09.2025 21:01
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The rollout will begin in early October 2025 and is expected to be completed by mid-November 2025.
First reported: 15.09.2025 18:59π° 1 source, 2 articlesShow sources
- Microsoft to force install the Microsoft 365 Copilot app in October β www.bleepingcomputer.com β 15.09.2025 18:59
- Microsoft rolls out Copilot Chat to Microsoft 365 Office apps β www.bleepingcomputer.com β 16.09.2025 21:01
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The app will not be installed on systems within the European Economic Area (EEA).
First reported: 15.09.2025 18:59π° 1 source, 2 articlesShow sources
- Microsoft to force install the Microsoft 365 Copilot app in October β www.bleepingcomputer.com β 15.09.2025 18:59
- Microsoft rolls out Copilot Chat to Microsoft 365 Office apps β www.bleepingcomputer.com β 16.09.2025 21:01
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IT administrators can opt out of the automatic installation through the Apps Admin Center.
First reported: 15.09.2025 18:59π° 1 source, 2 articlesShow sources
- Microsoft to force install the Microsoft 365 Copilot app in October β www.bleepingcomputer.com β 15.09.2025 18:59
- Microsoft rolls out Copilot Chat to Microsoft 365 Office apps β www.bleepingcomputer.com β 16.09.2025 21:01
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The app will be added to the Windows Start Menu and enabled by default.
First reported: 15.09.2025 18:59π° 1 source, 1 articleShow sources
- Microsoft to force install the Microsoft 365 Copilot app in October β www.bleepingcomputer.com β 15.09.2025 18:59
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Copilot Chat is an AI-powered, content-aware chat that works with data from the web.
First reported: 16.09.2025 21:01π° 1 source, 1 articleShow sources
- Microsoft rolls out Copilot Chat to Microsoft 365 Office apps β www.bleepingcomputer.com β 16.09.2025 21:01
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Copilot Chat is included at no additional cost for Microsoft 365 users with specific licenses.
First reported: 16.09.2025 21:01π° 1 source, 1 articleShow sources
- Microsoft rolls out Copilot Chat to Microsoft 365 Office apps β www.bleepingcomputer.com β 16.09.2025 21:01
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Copilot Chat can be accessed in a side pane of the file being worked on.
First reported: 16.09.2025 21:01π° 1 source, 1 articleShow sources
- Microsoft rolls out Copilot Chat to Microsoft 365 Office apps β www.bleepingcomputer.com β 16.09.2025 21:01
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A Microsoft 365 Copilot license allows Copilot Chat to access all user data, not just the currently open document.
First reported: 16.09.2025 21:01π° 1 source, 1 articleShow sources
- Microsoft rolls out Copilot Chat to Microsoft 365 Office apps β www.bleepingcomputer.com β 16.09.2025 21:01
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The rollout of Copilot Chat began in September 2025.
First reported: 16.09.2025 21:01π° 1 source, 1 articleShow sources
- Microsoft rolls out Copilot Chat to Microsoft 365 Office apps β www.bleepingcomputer.com β 16.09.2025 21:01
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