Microsoft Introduces Scout Personal AI Agent at Build Conference
TL;DR. Microsoft introduces Scout, its new personal AI agent, which the company defines as an 'Autopilot' designed to operate autonomously. - Scout is now available to early-access Microsoft 365 customers, marking a shift towards proactive AI systems. - Microsoft plans for an ecosystem where AI agents with their own identity act on behalf of users. - This agent category emphasizes ownership of intelligence over mere access to models for organizations.
- Microsoft Scout is a new personal AI agent.
- Scout is available to early-access Microsoft 365 customers.
- Microsoft categorizes Scout as an 'Autopilot', an always-on, autonomous agent.
- The company emphasizes the importance of ownership of intelligence for organizations.
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