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20.07.2026

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Microsoft Entra

Updated July 20, 2026: We have updated the content. Thank you for your patience.[Introduction]Starting in March 2026, Microsoft Entra ID will introduce passkey profiles and synced passkeys to General Availability (GA). This update allows administrators to opt in to a new passkey profiles experience that supports group-based passkey configurations and introduces a new passkeyType property.Important: Only tenants that already have Passkeys (FIDO2) enabled are affected by this update. The passkeyType property enables admins to configure:Device-bound passkeysSynced passkeysBothIf your tenant already has Passkeys (FIDO2) enabled and you do not opt in to passkey profiles during the initial rollout window, your tenant will be automatically migrated to the passkey profiles schema at the date range specified below. When this occurs: Existing Passkey (FIDO2) authentication method configurations wi

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20.07.2026

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Microsoft 365 suite · Microsoft Copilot (Microsoft 365)

Updated July 20, 2026: We have decided to rollback this change and will not be moving forward with it at this time. We apologize for any inconvenience. [Introduction] To help organizations streamline approval workflows and improve governance, users who request a Microsoft 365 Copilot license will be able to submit a business justification with their request. Admins will see this justification during review, enabling faster and more informed decisions while reducing manual follow-ups.This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 547731. [When this will happen] General Availability (Worldwide): We have decided to rollback this change and will not be moving forward with it at this time. [How this affects your organization] Who is affected: Users who request Microsoft 365 Copilot licenses Admins who review, approve, or manage Copilot license requests What will happen: Users reques

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20.07.2026

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Microsoft Copilot (Microsoft 365) · Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat

Updated July 20, 2026: We have updated the timeline. This feature will be enabled for en-US only initially. Thank you for your patience. [Introduction:]Read Aloud is evolving from a passive listening tool into an interactive experience. By integrating Copilot Q&A, users can now ask questions and refine their understanding of document content in real time—without interrupting their workflow. This enhancement supports accessibility, improves comprehension, and helps users stay focused while gaining insights faster.A Microsoft 365 Copilot license is required to use this feature.This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 523205.[When this will happen:]General Availability (Worldwide): Rollout will begin in early February 2026 (previously early January) and is expected to complete by end of July 2026 (previously early July).[How this affects your organization:]Who is affected: A

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17.07.2026

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Microsoft Purview

Updated July 17, 2026: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience. [Introduction] To help organizations better protect sensitive files in transit, we're introducing a public preview for extending Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention (DLP) policies to the network through integration with Entra Global Secure Access Internet Access. Through this integration, organizations can intercept and inspect file traffic at the network layer and enforce actions based on DLP policy conditions. It helps prevent sensitive files from being shared with untrusted cloud applications through browsers, apps, APIs, add-ins, and more—including generative AI platforms, cloud storage, and content-sharing services—while managing alerts and incidents through Purview and Microsoft Defender.This message is associated with Roadmap ID 522096. [When this will happen:] Public preview: Rollout begins mid-N

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16.07.2026

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Microsoft Teams

Updated July 16, 2026: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience. Microsoft Teams Events invite emails will be separated based on the role of the participant. Event organizers will get an email explaining the specific roles of participants in the event. Similarly, each presenter will get a separate calendar invite, allowing the organizers of town halls to maintain separate invites for attendees. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 476488.[When this will happen:]Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out mid-September 2026 (previously early August) and expect to complete by late September 2026 (previously late August).General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out late September 2026 (previously late August) and expect to complete by late October 2026 (previously late September).General Availability (GCC, GCC High): We will begin rolling

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14.07.2026

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Microsoft Purview

Updated July 14, 2026: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience.[Introduction] Microsoft Purview is introducing Classifier Simulation Mode, the first phase of the broader Classifier Health Monitoring Platform. This new capability allows admins to test and validate custom classifiers on production data before publishing. Simulation Mode enables admins to optimize classifier logic before deployment, helping in reducing false positives, scanning latency, and noisy matches. Admins will access simulation controls and classifier health insights directly in the Microsoft Purview compliance portal, making it easier to monitor and improve classifier performance in one centralized location.This message is associated with Roadmap ID 523201.[When this will happen:] Public Preview: Rollout begins mid-October 2026 (previously late June), completes by early November 2026 (previously en