Overview
- Microsoft, which confirmed Monday it is exploring OpenClaw-like tech for Copilot, is testing agents that work around the clock.
- The company is evaluating role-specific bots for teams like marketing, sales, and accounting to restrict what each bot can access.
- One concept would watch Outlook inboxes and calendars to suggest a daily list of tasks a user can review and approve.
- Microsoft says it is exploring a safer take on OpenClaw, an open-source agent that runs locally with broad device and account access and has raised security concerns.
- Microsoft expects to preview some features at its Build conference on June 2, with no release date yet, as it also rolls out cloud-based agents like Copilot Cowork and Tasks.