Microsoft packages business AI in single app as it tries to compete with Anthropic
With Microsoft still searching for a winning AI strategy, the company its updating its Copilot app to combine more capabilities.
TL;DR
- Microsoft has updated its Copilot AI app to integrate coding and complex productivity tasks into a single platform.
- The company is shifting its pricing strategy from a flat subscription fee to a usage-based model for the new app's features.
- The updated app includes a new Code feature for AI-driven programming and an Autopilot tab for custom agents.
- Microsoft aims to increase adoption of its enterprise AI tools, as current licensed users represent less than 7% of its commercial Office 365 seats.
- The company faces strong competition from AI platforms like those offered by OpenAI and Anthropic, which bundle various functionalities.
- Microsoft continues to leverage leading models from OpenAI and Anthropic while investing in its own AI development.