Microsoft has announced usage-based billing (UBB) for Microsoft 365 Copilot, a new commercial model which expands the offerings within the broader Microsoft 365 Copilot service. The new model separates Copilot capabilities into “Everyday AI” and “Advanced AI” categories. Everyday AI consists of the foundational capabilities currently available through the Microsoft 365 Copilot subscription, while Advanced AI includes capabilities such as: Agentic AI, such as Cowork and Code.

A security researcher has recently disclosed flaws affecting Microsoft's passkey implementations across Entra ID and Windows 11. If successfully exploited, these weaknesses could have allowed attackers to gain unauthorised access to accounts using techniques traditionally associated with password-based attacks. Further technical details are expected to be presented at the upcoming Black Hat USA 2026 conference. While this may seem concerning, phishing-resistant authenticatio

Microsoft has announced a major shift towards phishing-resistant authentication, with native SMS and voice authentication being retired from Microsoft Entra ID on 1 February 2027. This reflects the industry's move towards stronger authentication methods that are more resistant to phishing, credential theft, and social engineering. For organisations still relying on SMS and voice-based authentication, now is the time to start planning your transition: Identify users still usi