Microsoft developing high-security Copilot AI for Pentagon
Microsoft is creating a high-security version of its AI tool, Copilot, tailored for the US Department of Defense and other government customers. The goal? To meet the Pentagon's tough security standards and roll it out by summer 2025. It's a big move for Microsoft as it tries to become an even bigger player in government tech.
DoD could be 1 of the 1st big users
Copilot works with Microsoft 365 apps like Word and PowerPoint, helping automate things like drafting emails or crunching data. While businesses already use it, a special version is being built for the government's ultra-secure cloud. The DoD—home to over 2.8 million people—could be one of the first big users. Before launch, Microsoft is making sure all federal security boxes are checked so sensitive government info stays safe during this AI upgrade.