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Summary A Data Privacy message regarding your organization is available in Message Center. Access is restricted to Global Administrators or Message Center Privacy Readers. The change is tagged with GDPR, User impact, Admin impact, and Retirement. It falls under the PlanForChange category, indicating required actions to avoid service disruptions. The message highlights significant impacts on …

Summary Windows 10 has reached end of support, meaning no more security updates or technical support for affected versions. Devices running unsupported versions may face security threats and compliance risks. Organizations should plan to migrate to Windows 11 for continued support and updates. Eligible devices can be enrolled in the Extended Security Updates (ESU) program …

Summary Windows 11, version 22H2 has reached end of servicing and will no longer receive security updates. The October 2025 monthly security update is the final update for this version. Users are advised to upgrade their devices to the latest version of Windows 11. This change is categorized as having an admin impact due to …

Summary The October 2025 security update is available for all supported Windows versions; installation is recommended. This update addresses various security issues and bugs, including print preview responsiveness and Windows Hello setup errors. It includes improvements from a previous update (KB5065789), enhancing system security. Admins should be aware of the potential impact on user workflows …

Summary Introduction of Intelligent Draft Agenda with Copilot in Outlook to automatically generate meeting agendas. Available to all users of Outlook on Web and Desktop in Microsoft 365 tenants. Users can generate, review, and edit proposed agendas using the Auto draft an agenda button. The feature is enabled by default with no need for changes …

Summary Microsoft is ending support for Windows 10, meaning no more security or feature updates will be provided. Microsoft Defender will still offer limited protection on Windows 10 but is less secure than on supported systems. Upgrading to Windows 11 is recommended for better protection and compliance. An Extended Security Update (ESU) program is available …

Summary Deprecation of Image to App and Figma to App features in Power Apps (Canvas Apps). Users cannot create new apps using these features after the deprecation. Existing apps created with these features will remain supported. No immediate action is required; alternative options are available for app creation. Change categorized as Retirement and StayInformed for …

Summary Enables intent group and agent group-based metrics for real-time analytics in Dynamics 365 Contact Center. Redesigns the landing page to display key operational metrics with auto-refresh capabilities. Introduces an Ongoing Conversation Report that incorporates Line of Business, Intent Group, and Agent Group categorizations. Offers individual Agent and Intent Group Reports showcasing key metrics and …

Summary New features added to the Dynamics 365 expense management mobile app for Project Operations. Icons are now displayed next to each expense category for quicker selection. Users can rename receipts directly within the app for better attachment management. Change categorized as a new feature by Microsoft. No action is required from users; this is …

What Is AI Drug Discovery and Why Does It Matter for New Treatments Machine learning is changing how scientists create new medicines. Think of it as a smart helper that can look at millions of tiny building blocks that make up drugs and figure out which ones might work best. This process uses computers to …

Can College Students Really Get Google AI Pro Free for One Year? If you’re in college, there’s a way to get Google AI Pro for free for a whole year. This special student deal gives you tons of features at no cost.​ What You Get With the free student plan, you get to chat with …

Want to Land Your Dream Job? Could These 7 ChatGPT Prompts Transform Your LinkedIn Profile? Your LinkedIn profile is more than just an online resume. It’s your personal brand and a powerful tool to connect with people in your industry. A strong profile can open doors to new job opportunities. But making your profile stand …

Summary New feature to split recordings by speaker in closed conversation view in Dynamics 365 Contact Center. Enhances review process by allowing targeted navigation to specific speakers. Supervisors can easily access sections of audio for customers or service representatives. No action required from users; this message is for awareness. More information available via the provided …

Want to Make Your Photos Look Professional Without Any Hard Work? Taking a great photo is just the first step. Sometimes, your pictures need a little help to look their best. You might have a photo you love, but there is something in the background you wish wasn’t there. Or maybe the picture is a …

Could ChatGPT Help Me Understand My Schoolwork Better Than a Tutor? You can use ChatGPT as a partner to help you learn almost anything. Think of it not as a tool that just gives you answers, but as a guide that helps you find the answers yourself. This way, you build a real, deep understanding …

Are You Missing Out on Easy AI Profits? Learn 10 Proven Methods Before It Becomes Too Late Artificial intelligence, or AI, can seem complex, but you can use it to earn money. Many people are already finding ways to do this, and you can too, even if you are just starting. The key is to …

Are Common Social Proof Blunders Secretly Destroying Your Online Sales? Could Fixing These Simple Trust Signals Lead to an Amazing Boost in Your Conversions? When people visit your online store, they look for signs that others trust you. This is called social proof. If they see that real people buy from and like your brand, …

Feeling Stuck? Tired of Fake Gurus? Are These 3 Surprisingly Simple Online Businesses Your Best Next Step? Many people want to earn money from home. They often get lost in confusing ideas that promise a lot but do not work. What if you could use the skills you have right now to begin earning? This …

Could these powerful AI productivity tools be the secret to getting your valuable time back? Artificial intelligence can feel like a complex topic, but you can use it in simple ways to make daily life much easier. By automating small, repetitive tasks, you can free up mental space and focus on what is truly important. …

Blobu helps you instantly generate book summaries to capture key ideas without reading full texts. How you can use it: Search and read community summaries for quick takeaways Create your own summary of any book in minutes Mash multiple books into one comparative overview for research Save, organize, and share summary collections with friends or …

viaSocket is an AI-powered no-code automation platform to connect apps/APIs and orchestrate workflows with drag-and-drop or plain-language prompts. How you can use it: Describe an automation in natural language and let AI build it end-to-end Sync data across CRM, billing, support, and spreadsheets without code Trigger multi-step workflows on schedules, webhooks, or form submissions Monitor …

Experimently is a no-code AI landing page builder that lets you quickly spin up and validate ideas with built-in lead capture, analytics, custom domains, and more. How you can use it: Generate an MVP landing page (with lead form) in seconds from a short prompt or template Run weighted A/B tests to validate headlines, pricing, …

Notis lets you send voice notes, texts, or screenshots via WhatsApp, Telegram, or email—and it transforms them into clean, organized Notion docs automatically. Steps to Follow: Sign up at notis.ai Connect your Notion account Send any message or image to Notis on WhatsApp or Telegram Watch it auto-format into Notion pages Open Notion to review, …

When to use this? You’re considering automating a workflow but aren’t sure if the process, data, or team is ready. **You are an AI solutions architect.** I’ll describe a business process we’re thinking about automating. Ask me a series of diagnostic questions (one question as a time) to evaluate its AI-readiness. Focus on: Process clarity …

Summary New event portal feature allows creation of a hub on your website for event details and registration. Customers can access session specifics and speaker schedules through the portal. Integration options include adding a JavaScript snippet to existing CMS or building a custom portal using the Event API. No action required from users; the message …

Summary Introduction of messaging APIs for managing customer chat conversations in Dynamics 365 Contact Center. APIs allow starting and ending conversations, authentication options, and sending messages with attachments. Features include receiving agent/system messages, checking agent availability, and retrieving queue position and estimated wait time. Change categorized as a new feature with no action required from …

Summary Microsoft 365 Copilot now supports Custom Engine Agents (CEAs) in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OneNote, alongside existing Declarative Agents. Users can see and interact with CEAs in the Copilot pane, allowing for content generation (text, tables, images) directly within their documents or presentations. CEAs adhere to existing app management policies for discovery and installation, …

Summary Admins can pin Microsoft 365 Copilot and companion apps (People, File, and Calendar) to the Windows taskbar for easier access. The Copilot + Companion toggle is off by default, but can be enabled in the admin center. Pinned apps will only appear on Windows 11 Intune-managed devices where they are installed. Users can unpin …

Summary Microsoft Teams will respect hidden user attributes, eliminating the need for Scope Search to manage user visibility. Guest users set to not show in the address list will no longer appear in People Search. Admins should review and configure hidden user attributes to ensure proper visibility management. This change aligns Teams behavior with Outlook …

Summary Microsoft Teams will now support apps in Shared Channels, enhancing collaboration across teams and organizations. Users can add various apps, such as bots and tabs, directly within Shared Channels, improving app experience. New governance and consent controls will be in place for adding apps, with channel owners managing permissions. External users can access supported …

Summary Integration of Copilot Studio agents for real-time personalized voice conversations in Dynamics 365 Customer Insights – Journeys. Enables seamless integration with Contact Center Proactive Engagement and audience management. Allows customizable conversational voice messages within the journey design. Detailed engagement metrics available for call interactions in journey reporting. Access to voice and interaction data for …

Summary New feature introduced to mask sensitive data fields in Power Platform using column-level security. Aims to enhance data privacy by preventing bulk export of sensitive fields. No action required from users; this message is for awareness. For more information, a link is provided to further details about the feature. Categorized as a ‘New feature’ …

Summary Expanded Virtual Network support in Power Platform enables secure, private outbound connectivity to resources. Improved configuration experience allows viewing of IP address usage and troubleshooting for Virtual Network settings. Support includes additional connectors like Azure AI Search and data export to Application Insights. This change is categorized as a new feature, and no action …

Summary Admins can enforce the use of end-user credentials for authentication, enhancing security. The feature restricts the use of maker-provided credentials across all tools within an agent. By default, the feature is off, allowing selective enabling via the Power Platform admin center. No action is required from users; this is for awareness only. Admin Impact: …

Summary Power Automate flows with HTTP triggers or Teams Webhook triggers using logic.azure.com will move to a new URL. The old logic.azure.com URL will stop working, causing flows to fail if not updated. Users can see the new URL in the HTTP URL field when editing the flow. Both the old and new URLs will …

Summary Microsoft 365 E5 Security will be renamed to Microsoft Defender Suite. Microsoft 365 E5 Compliance will be renamed to Microsoft Purview Suite. No changes to service functionality, features, or pricing will occur. Existing licenses and agreements will automatically reflect the new names. Communication to billing and procurement teams and updating internal documentation is recommended. …

Summary Viva Glint will allow retention of first and last names for deleted users, addressing compliance and data traceability needs. A new admin toggle will manage the retention of this identifying information, which will be enabled by default. If retention is disabled, deleted users’ names will be replaced with “Deleted user.” The feature will only …

Summary Scheduled maintenance for Power Platform environment to enhance stability, reliability, and performance. Expected downtime of up to 10 minutes during the maintenance window. Communication with users utilizing Power Platform applications is recommended. Change categorized as “StayInformed” by Microsoft. Users may experience a temporary interruption in service. Admin Impact: Low User Impact: High Release Start: …

Summary The old Partner Application (00000004-0000-0ff1-ce00-000000000000) used for integrating Teams Calling Cloud Voicemails with on-premises or Hybrid Exchange servers will be disabled for security reasons. Organizations must configure the new Partner Application ID (db7de2b5-2149-435e-8043-e080dd50afae) to avoid service disruptions, such as issues with Out of Office greetings and voicemail retrieval via IVR. Steps to configure the …

Summary New feature enables customer service representatives to update their presence in Dynamics 365 Contact Center through a two-step process. Quick updates to presence status enhance the accuracy of availability representation. Awareness message; no action is required from users. For further details, a link to additional information is provided. Admin Impact: Low User Impact: Low …

Summary New Model Context Protocol server connects Dynamics 365 Sales to AI agents and assistants. AI agents can manage CRM data, automate tasks, and handle business processes without custom coding. Key functionalities include listing leads, retrieving lead summaries, qualifying leads, and sending outreach emails. No action is required from users regarding this feature. For more …

Summary Copilot experience in Microsoft Loop is being upgraded to align with Microsoft 365 Copilot Pages. Older Copilot integrations will be temporarily removed, leading to a consistent set of entry points. Users will still have access to Copilot via the chat button and can create Recaps during the transition. Page creation and summarization will be …