Microsoft 365 stories
Criminals are increasingly using AI for ransomware and credential theft, while flaws in test models are exposing production systems and data.
Developers get 50 times more open-model usage at no extra cost, as Bolt.new seeks to curb dependence on costly closed AI systems.
Downstream AI alerts in Australia and New Zealand are rising as agents and MCP links create fresh routes for sensitive data leakage.
Advisers could save hours on prep and compliance as the new Claude plugin links into portfolio, CRM and planning systems, Anthropic said.
The workplace software group is betting on fresh leadership to speed international growth and win larger corporate clients in a crowded market.
Investigators will get a fuller audit trail as the software links Microsoft 365 activity and AI prompts with emails, files and logs.
The accolade could help Google win larger corporate contracts as businesses judge enterprise AI assistants on governance, integration and costs.
Investigators could gain a fuller view of insider risk as Proofpoint links Microsoft 365 messages and files with AI interactions.
Security teams may miss the attack because it leaves no persistent phishing site, instead building fake Microsoft login pages inside the browser.
Businesses are now under pressure to turn early AI enthusiasm into measurable productivity gains, with governance and workflow redesign key to success.
Users can now query Euromonitor's market data inside Microsoft 365 Copilot, with every answer citing sources to reduce AI errors and risk.
Stricter controls on agent identities and tool access aim to curb security and reliability risks as autonomous AI systems spread.
The update could help organisations cut downtime and make better use of space as Eptura ties AI to workplace, asset and real estate data.
Smaller employers may get faster guidance on grievances and performance issues, as Leo HR adds an AI assistant to its workplace software.
Faster agentic AI adoption is forcing tighter oversight, with new controls on permissions, monitoring and cyber-risk systems.
New controls and tests are being added as agentic AI systems spread, with Microsoft warning that risks now span tools, data and users.
Phishing emails can still slip into Microsoft 365 mailboxes when attackers leave the SMTP envelope sender blank, ReliaQuest has found.
New Zealand users risk fake login pages and scam sites after ChatGPT search results were found pointing to unsafe links and downloads.
Growth now rests on managed IT and cyber defence as the Bromsgrove firm serves more than 400 organisations and builds AI voice agents.
Skills shortages in Canberra's cyber sector are being tackled through awards for women, mentors and employers boosting inclusion.
