Purview is now assigning workload admin roles in Microsoft Entra
Microsoft has started assigning the new Purview workload admin roles in Microsoft Entra, triggering PIM assignment notifications for administrators.
14. May 2026
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Microsoft-managed default app consent policy will block 8 additional permissions
Microsoft is updating the Microsoft-managed default user consent policy for Microsoft Graph as part of the Secure Future Initiative, requiring admin consent for an expanded set of delegated permissions accessing Exchange data.
13. May 2026
Rollout canceled: The option to start Teams chats with anyone by email address has been withdrawn
The feature allowing Business-licensed Teams users to start chats with external contacts by email address has been canceled. The previously announced feature is no longer available, and guest accounts remain the only way to chat with external users.
13. May 2026
Extended SharePoint Permissions: Keeping SharePoint access controls attached to downloaded files
Microsoft has released Extended SharePoint Permissions (ESP) to general availability, keeping SharePoint access controls attached to files even after they leave the library.
12. May 2026
New Copilot-inspired New Tab Page in Edge for Business
Microsoft Edge 148 introduces a Copilot-inspired New Tab Page for Edge for Business, combining search, chat, and work content in a single experience. If not configured, it’s currently off by default, but users can enable it in the Edge settings.
11. May 2026
Outlook Mobile lets users choose what happens to meeting invitations after responding
Outlook Mobile adds a new setting that lets users keep meeting invitations in the Inbox after responding, aligning with Outlook on the web and the new Outlook.
11. May 2026
Office files in Teams will now open in the desktop or web app by default
Microsoft is changing the default app for opening Word, Excel, and PowerPoint files from Teams. Files will now open in the desktop or web app rather than within the Teams window.
10. May 2026
Awards and Certifications on Microsoft 365 Profile Cards
Microsoft 365 profile cards now include Awards and Certifications, surfacing existing values from the profile schema for organizations already populating the information via Microsoft Graph.
10. May 2026
Secure Boot assessment in Microsoft Defender
Microsoft Defender now flags devices still relying on the older Secure Boot 2011 certificates, helping organizations to identify which ones need attention before they begin expiring in June 2026.
9. May 2026
Teams Events now support a backup RTMP-In source
Events in Teams, such as Town halls, Webinars, and Meetings, now support a backup RTMP-In source to keep a live broadcast running if the main stream is interrupted.
9. May 2026
Windows 365 Frontline is now Windows 365 Flex
Microsoft has rebranded Windows 365 Frontline to Windows 365 Flex. The product itself, including how it works and the licensing, remains unchanged.
9. May 2026
How to disable all Federated Copilot Connectors by default
Federated Copilot Connectors are enabled by default for Copilot-licensed users. AI administrators can now change the default setting via PowerShell and re-enable specific connectors for selected users and groups.
8. May 2026
Word, Excel, and PowerPoint files now open inline in Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat
Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat now opens Word, Excel, and PowerPoint citations directly inside the chat, so users can review referenced files without switching to a new browser tab.
7. May 2026
RequiresAdminAttention: Investigating failed Teams Private Channel migrations
Microsoft added a new migration state to expose details about failed Private Channel migrations, including ownerless channels requiring manual intervention. Teams admins should review their state.
7. May 2026
Town Hall, Webinar, and AMA Events in Viva Engage
Viva Engage introduces new community and storyline event types: Broadcast (Town Halls), Meeting (Webinars), and Async (AMA) events, alongside a unified events landing page.
6. May 2026
Copilot Credits can now be used for billing policies in the Microsoft 365 admin center
Microsoft is adding support for prepaid Copilot Credits in Microsoft 365 billing policies, so organizations can use agents in Copilot Chat without connecting to an Azure subscription. This enhancement applies to users without a Microsoft 365 Copilot license.
5. May 2026
New look for Access Request and Access Denied pages in SharePoint and OneDrive
Microsoft is updating the Access Request and Access Denied page experience in SharePoint and OneDrive with a visual refresh, making the status of access requests clearer for users.
5. May 2026
Retirement of the agentRegistry API and new licensing requirements for the Agent 365 Graph API
Microsoft is retiring the existing agent registry Graph API in June 2026. The new Agent 365 Graph API is only available to tenants with at least one Agent 365 license.
4. May 2026
Teams meetings now support automatic transcription without recording
Teams meetings now support automatic transcription without recording. Meeting organizers can select “Transcribe only” when scheduling, giving them more granular control in environments where recording is restricted by compliance or privacy policies.
3. May 2026
OneDrive supports syncing up to one million items for eligible Windows devices
OneDrive for Windows is increasing the sync limit from 300,000 to one million items per device for eligible hardware configurations. The update is currently in Public Preview and available to Insiders.
3. May 2026