Winsage
March 5, 2025
Microsoft has updated Windows Copilot to fix a vulnerability that allowed the AI assistant to inadvertently help users bypass licensing protocols for its operating system. The update prevents Copilot from recommending third-party tools that could facilitate piracy. Although Windows 11 activations are still available online, the AI assistant will no longer promote these options. This change reflects Microsoft's commitment to regulating AI-generated content. Since its launch in November 2023, Copilot has undergone discussions about updates and redesigns, including a visual overhaul in October 2024 to improve interaction with online and local content. The update aims to enhance Copilot's competitiveness against other AI assistants like X's Grok, Google Gemini, and OpenAI's ChatGPT, ensuring that it does not facilitate security bypassing.