Microsoft Outlook: Copilot Chat available in shared and delegate mailboxes

MC1246031 | March 6 – Microsoft 365 Copilot, including Copilot Chat, will be available in Outlook shared and delegate mailboxes starting April 2026. Users with access and licenses can use Copilot features directly in these mailboxes without special prompts. Conversation history stays with the user’s primary account. No action required.
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(Updated) Upcoming change: disabling Teams meeting recording expiration notification emails

MC1245635 | March 6 – Starting June 1, 2026, Microsoft will disable Teams meeting recording expiration notification emails for all Microsoft 365 tenants to reduce notification noise. Recording expiration and deletion remain unchanged. No admin action is needed, but organizations can notify users or update documentation if desired.
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Always-on diagnostics for Endpoint DLP – Turned on by default

MC1246001 | March 6 – Starting mid-April 2026, Always-on diagnostics for Endpoint DLP will be enabled by default on Windows devices, storing diagnostic logs locally for 90 days to aid troubleshooting. Admins can opt out anytime via Microsoft Purview. This improves issue resolution but may affect investigation efficiency if disabled.
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Microsoft 365 Copilot: People agent availability update

MC1245224 | March 5 – The People agent in Frontier will retire in March 2026, with its key features integrated into core Microsoft 365 Copilot. No admin or user action is needed. Users can still use the People companion app and Org Explorer. Feedback via Frontier remains encouraged. No compliance issues identified.
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Microsoft Defender for iOS: End of support for iOS 16 devices

MC1245219 | March 5 – Microsoft Defender for iOS will end support for iOS 16 devices on April 30, 2026. Devices on iOS 16 will no longer receive updates or support, while iOS 17 or later devices remain fully supported. Organizations should identify affected devices and encourage upgrades or replacements.
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Targeted file and folder restores in Microsoft 365 Backup

MC1245216 | March 5 – Microsoft 365 Backup will enable admins to browse, search, and restore individual files or folders from SharePoint and OneDrive restore points starting early 2026. This granular restore reduces recovery time, requires the SharePoint Backup Administrator role, and respects existing backup policies without impacting users.
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(Updated) Retirement of SharePoint One-Time Passcode (SPO OTP) and transition to Microsoft Entra B2B

MC1243549 | March 4 – SharePoint One-Time Passcode (SPO OTP) authentication will retire by August 31, 2026, transitioning external sharing and authentication in OneDrive and SharePoint to Microsoft Entra B2B starting May 2026. External users must have Entra B2B guest accounts for access, enabling consistent governance and Conditional Access across Microsoft 365.
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(Updated) Coming Soon: Anthropic models will be available by default in Copilot experiences

MC1193290 | March 3 – Anthropic models will be enabled by default in many Microsoft 365 Copilot experiences starting January 7, 2026, with Anthropic onboarded as a Microsoft subprocessor under Microsoft’s data protection terms. Admins can opt out, and some regions (EU/EFTA, UK) and government clouds have exclusions or require opt-in.
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(Updated) SharePoint Framework domain isolated web parts retirement

MC792601 | March 2 – SharePoint Framework domain isolated web parts will be disabled for new tenants starting April 2, 2025, and fully retired for all tenants by April 2, 2026. After this, these web parts will stop working and show errors. Organizations should update and redeploy affected web parts as regular ones before the deadline.
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(Updated) SharePoint Add-In retirement in Microsoft 365

MC693865 | March 2 – SharePoint Add-Ins will retire on April 2, 2026, stopping their functionality. From July 1, 2024, they cannot be installed from the public marketplace, and new tenants lose all usage by November 1, 2024. Organizations should migrate to SharePoint Framework (SPFx) and prepare users and admins accordingly.
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(Updated) Azure ACS retirement in Microsoft 365

MC693863 | March 2 – Azure ACS for SharePoint Online will retire on April 2, 2026. New tenants cannot use it after November 1, 2024. Organizations must migrate custom apps to Microsoft Entra ID for secure authentication and use the Microsoft 365 Assessment tool to identify Azure ACS usage.
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(Updated) SharePoint 2013 workflow retirement

MC542767 | March 2 – SharePoint 2013 workflows will retire on April 2, 2026, ceasing all functionality. New tenants lost access from April 2, 2024. Organizations must migrate to Power Automate or other solutions, notify users, and prepare support. No extensions will be offered beyond the retirement date.
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Microsoft Entra ID: General Availability of passkey profiles and migration for existing Passkeys (FIDO2) tenants

MC1221452 | March 2 – Starting March 2026, Microsoft Entra ID will GA passkey profiles and synced passkeys for tenants with Passkeys (FIDO2) enabled. Existing configurations migrate to a Default passkey profile with a new passkeyType property. Automatic migration occurs April–May 2026 (worldwide) and June 2026 (GCC/DoD). Admins can opt in early to customize settings.
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(Updated) Microsoft 365: Modern Access Request and Access Denied web page

MC1188599 | March 6 – Microsoft 365 will update the Access Request and Access Denied pages with modern visuals, animations, and clearer messaging for OneDrive and SharePoint users. The rollout begins late March 2026, completes mid-April, with no policy changes. The update is automatic; organizations should inform support staff and update documentation.
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(Updated) Introducing Surveys Agent and Copilot Chat in Microsoft Forms

MC1229954 | March 6 – Microsoft Forms will integrate Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat and Surveys Agent by May 2026, offering AI-driven form creation, editing, and analysis for users with Copilot licenses. Features include AI suggestions, question refinement, invitation drafting, and result analysis, enabled by default but admin-controllable. No action required.
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(Updated) Microsoft Teams: Channel agent orchestration with GitHub, Asana, and Jira via Model Context Protocol (MCP)

MC1182703 | March 6 – Microsoft Teams will enable Channel Agent to orchestrate tasks with GitHub, Asana, and Jira via Model Context Protocol, improving workflow efficiency within Teams. This preview feature requires admin enablement and a Microsoft 365 Copilot license, with rollout from mid-November 2025 to late January 2026.
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Microsoft Teams: File attachment control now enabled by default in external 1:1 and group chats

MC1181772 | March 6 – Microsoft Teams now enables automatic file and Loop component sharing by default in external 1:1, group, and meeting chats, improving collaboration. Admins can disable this via policy. Guest users can share files from their home tenant. Rollout starts October 2025, completing worldwide by January 2026.
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New URBAC permission to preview email content in Microsoft Defender for Office 365

MC1246007 | March 6 – Microsoft Defender for Office 365 introduces a new URBAC permission allowing admins to preview and download email content linked to “Email reported by user as malware or phish” alerts, enabling granular access without broad email permissions. Rollout begins April 2026, with no impact on existing roles.
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Unified RBAC enabled by default for new Microsoft Defender for Office 365 tenants

MC1246006 | March 6 – Starting May 30, 2026, new Microsoft Defender for Office 365 Plan 2 tenants will have Unified RBAC enabled by default, offering centralized, granular access control. Existing tenants remain unchanged but can opt in anytime. Administrators should review roles and update documentation for new tenants accordingly.
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Microsoft Purview | Insider Risk Management – Enhancements to the Data Security Triage Agent

MC1246005 | March 6 – Microsoft Purview Insider Risk Management is enhancing the Data Security Triage Agent to prioritize alerts, summarize behavioral risks, and expand user context for more efficient investigations. The update rolls out from March to July 2026, requires admin activation, and includes Security Copilot for Microsoft 365 E5 users.
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Endpoint Data Loss Prevention: Always-on diagnostics for Windows endpoints (Phase 2)

MC1246003 | March 6 – Phase 2 of always-on diagnostics for Endpoint Data Loss Prevention enables admins to collect diagnostic traces from Windows endpoints via the Purview portal without user involvement, improving troubleshooting. Rolling out worldwide from March 2026, it requires admin enablement and does not affect existing DLP policies.
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Upcoming events to help with Secure Boot updates

MC1245992 | March 6 – Do you need to update Secure Boot certificates across your organization before they start expiring in June 2026? Two events next week can help you with best practices and answers to your questions in real time.When will this happen:On March 9 at 7:30 AM PT (2:30 PM UTC) is Secure Boot…
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(Updated) Microsoft Teams Copilot without transcription becomes default for meetings – conversation history now persists

MC1139493 | March 6 – Microsoft Teams Copilot will default to operating without transcription in new meetings starting late April 2026, with conversation history persisting during meetings. Transcription must be manually enabled for post-meeting queries. Tenants with policies updated after June 2024 are unaffected; admins can adjust policies to retain current behavior.
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(Updated) Microsoft 365 Copilot: Graph APIs for agent and app management

MC1173195 | March 6 – Microsoft 365 introduces two new Graph APIs for admins to manage Copilot agents and apps programmatically, enabling automated reporting and integration. Preview starts late March 2026; general availability begins mid-April 2026. No UI or policy changes; existing licenses suffice. Review Microsoft Graph API documentation to prepare.
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(Updated) Microsoft 365 Copilot: Introducing infinite scroll for chat history

MC1237701 | March 6 – Microsoft 365 Copilot will roll out infinite scroll for chat history from mid- to end-March 2026, allowing users to seamlessly access full chat history in the navigation pane. The feature is enabled by default, requires no admin action, and does not affect existing workflows or compliance.
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(Updated) Advanced Hunting: new actions to block attachments and top-level URL domains

MC1237728 | March 6 – Microsoft Defender for Office 365 introduces two new Advanced Hunting remediation actions—blocking attachments and top-level URL domains—to speed SecOps response. Available early March 2026 for Plan 2 and Microsoft 365 E5 users, these features enable direct mitigation from hunting results with no user workflow impact.
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(Updated) Purview Communication Compliance: Temporary delays in processing due to planned infrastructure migration

MC1214183 | March 6 – Microsoft Purview Communication Compliance is undergoing an infrastructure upgrade from January 5 to April 15, 2026, causing temporary processing delays, intermittent errors, and possible outdated report data. No data loss will occur. No action is required, but admins should inform teams about these short-term impacts.
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(Updated) Microsoft 365 Copilot: Updated handling of entity inserts in the Copilot Chat input box

MC1230892 | March 6 – Microsoft 365 Copilot and Copilot Chat will update entity inserts from “Add Work Content (+)” to show entity pills without inserting entity names as text in the chat input box. This cleaner prompt experience rolls out worldwide from mid-February to mid-March 2026, enabled by default with no admin changes.
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AI Admin RBAC updates

MC1245636 | March 6 – The AI Administrator role is updated to support Agent 365, enabling delegated agent management without Global Admin involvement for routine tasks. Rollout starts March 2026. AI Admins gain expanded permissions for agent lifecycle management, tenant-wide consent (excluding Microsoft Graph app permissions), and risk monitoring via Identity Protection, enhancing security and compliance.
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Dynamics 365 Customer Service – Generate long-term forecasts up to three years

MC1226042 | March 6 – Update: Release of this feature has been updated.We are announcing the ability to generate long-term forecasts of up to three years in Dynamics 365 Customer Service. This feature will reach general availability on March 31, 2026. How does this affect me? Supervisors will be able to create forecast scenarios with durations up to 1095 days (three years), extending the previous 6-month limitation. This enhancement supports more accurate long-term workforce…
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Microsoft Teams: Ad-hoc room reservation from Teams Rooms on Windows console

MC1245225 | March 5 – Microsoft Teams Rooms on Windows will support ad-hoc room reservations directly from the console, enabling quick bookings without personal devices. This feature, requiring a Teams Rooms Pro license, rolls out globally starting late April 2026, is enabled by default, and can be managed via the Teams Rooms Pro Management portal.
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Outlook: Share Word, Excel and PowerPoint local files via the new Outlook for Windows

MC1245222 | March 5 – The new Outlook for Windows will support sending locally stored Word, Excel, and PowerPoint files as email attachments starting May 2026 (June for GCC). This feature is on by default, requires no admin action, and aligns with classic Outlook functionality, aiding users transitioning to the new Outlook.
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(Updated) Microsoft Loop – Departed User Content Workflows for User-Owned Loop workspaces

MC929014 | March 5 – Microsoft will roll out retention and deletion management for user-owned Loop workspaces starting mid-April 2026, allowing admins to control data when users leave. Temporary access can be granted to save important data. No preparation is needed; the update will apply automatically.
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(Updated) Microsoft 365: Enrich profile cards with custom properties from third-party systems

MC1193692 | March 5 – Microsoft 365 will allow tenant admins to add up to 10 custom properties from external systems to profile cards, enhancing user information. This feature, off by default, rolls out worldwide in June 2026 and requires admin configuration via Microsoft Graph People connectors and the admin center.
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(Updated) Introducing the new SharePoint experience

MC1240699 | March 5 – A new SharePoint experience launching in 2026 includes a redesigned app bar with Discover, Publish, and Build features, AI-assisted capabilities for Copilot license holders, and updated navigation. It will roll out via public preview, Targeted Release, then General Availability, affecting all SharePoint users.
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Power Apps – Enable push notifications in custom branded apps

MC1244930 | March 5 – We are announcing the ability to enable push notifications in custom branded apps in Power Apps. This feature will reach general availability on April 7, 2026.How does this affect me?This feature enables you to configure push notifications in custom‑branded, white‑label apps (wrapped apps). Key functionality of this feature include: Enable notification toggles in the wrap wizard for both Android and iOS platforms. Create a new project in your…
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(Updated) Copilot entry point changes in Word and handoff to Agent in chat

MC1240704 | March 5 – Starting late March to late April 2026, Word’s Copilot entry points will be unified and moved to consistent locations, with Word Agent in the right-side chat pane as the primary interface. This affects all Word users across platforms, requires no admin changes, and no action is needed.
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Windows news you can use: February 2026 recap

MC1244299 | March 4 – Catch up on important changes across Windows update management, Windows 365, security, and productivity with Windows news you can use for February 2026. Key announcements include general availability of the first sign‑in restore experience in Windows Backup for Organizations, new Start menu customization policies, expanded…
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Microsoft Purview | Insider Risk Management – Ability to preview content in Insider Risk Management Alerts

MC1244281 | March 4 – Microsoft Purview Insider Risk Management will add a content preview tab in alerts, allowing investigators to view supported SharePoint, OneDrive, and Exchange content without creating cases. Rolling out April to July 2026, this feature is enabled by default for licensed tenants and requires no action to enable.
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Microsoft Copilot Studio – Automatic Evaluation from the Test Pane

MC1244273 | March 4 – We are announcing the ability to automatically evaluate each user query and agent response during testing using the General Quality Grader in Microsoft Copilot Studio. This feature will reach general availability on March 31, 2026. How does this affect me? Users will be able to enable an opt-in toggle in the Test Pane to automatically evaluate every interaction while testing their agent. Evaluations will run in the background and provide real-time quality feedback without…
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Power Platform admin center – Public preview for Notifications in Power Platform admin center

MC1244205 | March 4 – We are announcing the ability for admins to receive in-product notifications and announcements directly within Power Platform admin center (PPAC). This feature will be made available for public preview on March 16, 2026. How does this affect me? These notifications will allow admins to: View tenant-level notifications about your environment resources directly in PPAC. View product announcements and updates related to Microsoft Power Platform. View…
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(Updated) Microsoft Teams Rooms: Front-of-room view control for Town Halls on Android

MC1182706 | March 4 – Microsoft Teams Rooms on Android will introduce an Adaptive Front-of-Room Experience for Town Halls, requiring a Teams Rooms Pro license. Rollout starts December 2025, with general availability by February 2026. It offers distraction-free attendee views and full presenter control, including backstage tools and view switching.
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(Updated) Collaborate with Copilot in Outlook while drafting email

MC1239932 | March 4 – Microsoft 365 Copilot will be integrated into Outlook’s email compose experience starting March 2026, allowing licensed users to collaborate with Copilot side-by-side while drafting emails. It will be enabled by default on supported clients, with no changes to admin controls or workflows. No action is required.
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Dynamics 365 Customer Insights- Data – Select appropriate field values from a list when working with segments conditions

MC1218646 | March 4 – Update: Release of this feature has been updated.We are announcing the ability to easily select appropriate field values from a list when working with segments conditions in Dynamics 365 Customer Insights – Data. This feature will reach general availability on March 31, 2026. How does this affect me? This feature allows you to select from a list of valid display names for field values, eliminating the need to enter obscure codes, or keep track of what data…
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Microsoft Teams: Changes to Teams Events licensing

MC1243553 | March 4 – Starting early April 2026, advanced Teams events features will be included with Teams Enterprise licenses, supporting up to 3,000 attendees. New capacity packs enable larger events. Teams Shared Space licenses expand device management. Microsoft Places features broaden access. Teams Premium retains exclusive advanced capabilities. No immediate admin action required.
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High Volume Email for Microsoft 365 upcoming general availability

MC1243552 | March 4 – Microsoft 365 is introducing High Volume Email (HVE) for large-scale internal communications, available now in Public Preview and generally available March 2026. HVE offers dedicated SMTP endpoints, new admin controls, and reporting, with a transactional pricing model starting May 2026 after a free promotional period.
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Microsoft 365 Copilot: Updates to PowerPoint on‑canvas features with Agent mode

MC1243550 | March 4 – PowerPoint will update Microsoft 365 Copilot with Agent mode for rewrite, translate, and speaker notes features, enabling chat-based interaction directly on slides. Rollout starts mid-March 2026 for web, then Windows and Mac, completing by April end. No admin action required; features enabled by default for Copilot users.
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Microsoft 365 Copilot: Retirement of the Skills agent from Frontier

MC1243548 | March 4 – The Skills agent in Microsoft 365 Copilot will retire by the end of March 2026, with removal from new installations by March 16, 2026. Skills data is now integrated directly in Copilot and available via the Learning and Workforce Insights agents. Users should transition and reconfigure delegation accordingly.
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Microsoft Teams: Channel Agent feature updates

MC1243546 | March 4 – Microsoft Teams is updating Channel Agent with customized welcome messages, user control over agent creation, improved scheduling, member addition via prompts, and direct channel posting. Requires Microsoft 365 Copilot license. Rolling out March 2026 for Teams on all platforms; admins should enable and inform helpdesk staff.
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Updates available for Microsoft 365 Apps for Current Channel

MC1243523 | March 3 – We’ve released updates to the following update channel for Microsoft 365 Apps: Current Channel
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(Updated) Enhancing Model Context Protocol (MCP) based agents with rich interactive UI widgets support

MC1227627 | March 3 – Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat’s MCP-based agents will support rich interactive UI widgets starting late February 2026, enhancing user interactions. Admins manage agents via Microsoft 365 Admin Center with existing controls and Entra ID group access. No action is required, but reviewing governance and documentation is advised.
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(Updated) New “Prepare” button added to the “Up Next” card for Microsoft 365 Copilot users

MC1187395 | March 3 – Microsoft 365 Copilot users will see a new “Prepare” button on the Up Next card replacing “Join” up to 5 minutes before meetings, providing quick access to meeting prep tools. Rollout begins April 2026, enabled by default for licensed users, with no admin action required.
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(Updated) Microsoft 365 Copilot app: Unified plus (+) menu

MC1227086 | March 3 – Microsoft 365 Copilot introduces a unified plus (+) menu consolidating grounding, tools, and sources for easier prompting. Rolling out worldwide from early March to mid-April 2026, it replaces the separate Tools menu, is enabled by default, requires no admin action, and aims to streamline user workflow.
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(Updated) Microsoft 365 Copilot for Teams: Bilingual consecutive interpretation mode with Interpreter agent

MC1239927 | March 3 – Microsoft 365 Copilot for Teams introduces a new Consecutive Interpretation mode for structured, turn-by-turn multilingual meetings, rolling out from April to May 2026. It requires a Copilot license, needs no admin setup, and enhances interactive discussions without changing existing Interpreter settings.
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(Updated) Microsoft 365 Copilot: Copilot Chat for Teams Chats, Channels, Calling, and Meetings

MC1156360 | March 3 – Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat is now available side-by-side in Teams Chats, Channels, Calling, and Meetings for licensed users on desktop and web. Rollout begins October 2025 with full availability by March 2026. Admins must enable the Copilot app for access. Prior chat history remains accessible but not migrated.
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Microsoft Purview Insider Risk Management: Pay-as-you-go model for generative AI apps

MC1242784 | March 3 – Microsoft Purview Insider Risk Management will introduce a pay-as-you-go billing model for “Other AI apps” indicators in generative AI apps starting April 1, 2026. Microsoft Copilot indicators remain license-based. An Azure subscription must be linked for PAYG billing; no changes to policy workflows or user impact unless opted in.
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Set a custom name for the OneDrive sync folder

MC1242782 | March 3 – IT admins can set a custom local OneDrive sync folder name on Windows to reduce path length issues, starting mid-March 2026. New users see the custom name automatically; existing users must unlink and relink OneDrive. The feature is opt-in and requires admin configuration.
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Microsoft Teams Rooms on Android: License-based management updates for DM-synced devices

MC1242781 | March 3 – Microsoft Teams Rooms on Android devices synced via Device Management will have license-based management updates starting March 2026. Admin portal features will align with assigned licenses (Basic, Standard, Pro), affecting management capabilities but not in-room meeting experience. Review license assignments to prepare.
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Set expiration policies for “People in your organization” sharing links in SharePoint and OneDrive

MC1242772 | March 2 – Microsoft will roll out expiration policies for “People in your organization” sharing links in SharePoint and OneDrive starting mid-March 2026. Admins can set tenant-wide and site-level expiration limits to enhance data governance, with no default changes unless policies are configured. Existing links expire upon use after rollout.
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What’s new in the Microsoft Intune service update for February 2026

MC1242766 | March 2 – The Microsoft Intune service update for February 2026 includes a new service build visible in the Tenant Status blade. Users should review the latest features on the What’s new page and related blogs to prepare for changes and stay informed on ongoing updates.
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(Updated) Microsoft Outlook Mobile adds support for DLP policy tips and enforcement

MC1129716 | March 2 – Microsoft Outlook Mobile will support Data Loss Prevention (DLP) policy tips and enforcement starting April 6, 2026, aligning with desktop and web versions. This feature, enabled by default, helps prevent accidental data leaks without extra admin action or licensing if DLP is already used.
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(Updated) Microsoft Outlook: Automatically display automapped calendars

MC906502 | March 2 – Starting mid-March 2026, Outlook will automatically display automapped calendars when switching between classic and new Outlook for Windows. The rollout requires no admin action and completes by April 2026. Users previously had to manually access these calendars; the feature is enabled by default.
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(Updated) New Feature: Account Manager in Outlook for Windows

MC1129718 | March 2 – Outlook for Windows will introduce a new Account Manager by mid-March 2026, showing profile pictures, providing quick account access, and enabling account management if allowed. The feature is on by default, requires no admin action, and aims to enhance user productivity with a familiar experience.
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(Updated) Microsoft Purview: New Personalization settings

MC1030008 | March 2 – Microsoft Purview’s new Personalization settings launch is postponed. When available, users can pin/unpin solutions, toggle solution bar visibility, show walk-throughs, export, and delete personalization data via a new Personalization page. Rollout requires no admin action; user notification is recommended.
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(Updated) Microsoft 365 Copilot: User-day export for Copilot dashboard metrics in public preview

MC1222978 | March 2 – Microsoft 365 Copilot dashboard will offer a new user-day export option in public preview from early April 2026, allowing company-level users to download de-identified daily usage metrics for the past 28 days. This supports granular analysis of Copilot adoption with no new access controls introduced.
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Prepare devices for successful updates with Windows Autopatch update readiness

MC1242687 | March 2 – Enhance your organization’s Windows update reliability with Windows Autopatchupdatereadiness.Designed to help IT teams proactively prepare devices for upcoming Windows updates,updatereadinesssurfacesrisks and blockers before updates are deployed,reducing failures, downtime, and reactive troubleshooting. Built into Windows Autopatch, itprovidesactionable insights that help ensurethatdevices are in a healthy,…
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(Updated) Teams admin center: Troubleshoot meetings and calls with automatic issue identification and recommendations

MC1193405 | March 2 – Teams admin center will enhance meeting troubleshooting with automatic issue identification, detailed participant telemetry, smarter search/filter options, and integration with M365 Copilot. Rollout begins late January 2026, completing by mid-March. No action needed; existing features remain, and admins can analyze and resolve meeting issues more efficiently.
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(Updated) Microsoft Teams admin center: New Teams External Collaboration Administrator role

MC1215071 | March 2 – Microsoft Teams is introducing a new RBAC role, Teams External Collaboration Administrator, for managing external collaboration settings via PowerShell. Rolling out worldwide from mid to late March 2026, it allows delegation without full Teams admin rights. Global admins can assign this role through Entra or Microsoft 365 admin centers.
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(Updated) Unread News Notifications in Viva Connections

MC1138793 | March 2 – Starting mid-March 2026, Viva Connections will send weekly Microsoft Teams notifications to users about unread SharePoint news from the past week. Notifications are enabled by default but can be managed in Teams settings. No admin action is needed; rollout completes by end of March 2026.
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(Updated) Noise suppression for dial-in participants in Teams audio conferences

MC1135397 | March 2 – Microsoft Teams will introduce automatic noise suppression for PSTN dial-in participants starting October 2025, improving audio clarity by reducing background noise. The feature will be enabled by default after rollout, requires no admin action but can be manually enabled earlier via policy or PowerShell.
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Dynamics 365 Customer Service- Generate AI-driven dynamic forecasts with intelligent method selection

MC1242602 | March 2 – We are announcing the ability to generate AI-driven dynamic forecasts with intelligent method selection in Dynamics 365 Customer Service. This feature will reach public preview on March 20, 2026.How does this affect me?This feature uses large language models to analyze historical and contextual data, automatically selecting the most accurate forecasting method. By analyzing historical and contextual data, the system enhances forecast accuracy, helping businesses optimize…
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(Updated) Microsoft 365 apps for Mac suite installer now includes the Microsoft 365 Copilot app

MC1230456 | March 2 – Starting mid-February 2026, the Microsoft 365 apps for Mac suite installer will include a shim for the Microsoft 365 Copilot app, enabling users to download the full Copilot app. Deployment completes by mid-May 2026. Organizations must ensure the shim app is included and meet macOS 14.0+ requirements.
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(Updated) Data Loss Prevention: Decoupling policy tips and email notifications for SharePoint and OneDrive

MC791114 | March 2 – Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention will decouple policy tips and user email notifications for SharePoint and OneDrive, allowing admins to configure either or both independently. Rollout begins mid-April 2026 (preview) and mid-May 2026 (general availability). Configuration will be via PowerShell or Purview DLP settings.
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Dynamics 365 Sales – Close simple deals using Deal Close Agent to generate quotes and complete orders

MC1242583 | March 2 – We are announcing the ability to close simple deals using Deal Close Agent to generate quotes and complete orders in Dynamics 365 Sales. This feature will reach general availability on April 1, 2026.How does this affect me?The Deal Close Agent drives sales efficiency by automatically generating tailored quotes from customer conversations and historical customer & sales data, streamlining the transition from interest to order. It ensures seamless integration with both Dynamics…
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