Michael Webb (2024-09-26). Microsoft Copilot and Data Protection – An Update.
Microsoft have now announced that Copilot (standard) will offer the same level of protection as the rest of Office 365 when you sign in with you institutional Microsoft account, and will be available as an app within Office 365.
Microsoft is updating Copilot to provide the same enterprise-level data protection for both the standard and 365 versions. This change makes Copilot more appealing for universities and colleges, ensuring that user data is securely handled and logged like other Office 365 data. Previously, the standard version had less robust protection, but now it will align with the security standards of Office 365. Users will benefit from features like chat history while maintaining privacy, as no personal data will be used to train the models. Overall, this update enhances the security and usability of Microsoft Copilot for educational institutions.
What might be especially interesting for academic institutions is that this update seems like it will give users access to a chat history.