Articles from April 2026
Browse all Windows news articles published in April 2026
Microsoft Agent Launchpad: 6-Module Training Program Redefines Human-AI Collaboration in M365 Copilot
Microsoft has launched Agent Launchpad, a six-module training program designed to fundamentally reshape how organizations implement human-AI collaboration with Microsoft 365 Copilot. This initiative...
VS Code 1.116 Integrates Copilot Chat Natively, Adds Agent Debugging and Terminal AI
Microsoft released Visual Studio Code 1.116 on April 15, 2026, with GitHub Copilot Chat now built directly into the editor rather than requiring a separate extension. This marks the most significant...
Microsoft bundles $500+ in software with student PCs to counter Apple’s MacBook Neo launch
Microsoft has launched a comprehensive student bundle valued at over $500, directly targeting Apple's MacBook Neo in the competitive education hardware market. The bundle includes Microsoft 365...
Windows 11 KB5083769 Triggers Widespread BitLocker Recovery Prompts, Locking Users Out of Systems
Microsoft's April 2024 cumulative update KB5083769 for Windows 11 is causing unexpected BitLocker recovery prompts that can render systems unusable without the correct recovery key. The issue affects...
Microsoft Agentic AI Debuts at Hannover Messe 2026 with Multi-Agent Collaboration
Microsoft is positioning agentic AI as the next competitive advantage for industrial operations at Hannover Messe 2026, moving beyond isolated AI demonstrations to integrated systems that deliver...
Microsoft Edge Copilot: Complete Guide to Disabling AI Features Across Toolbar, Sidebar & Enterprise Environments
Microsoft Edge users seeking to disable Copilot now face a complex landscape of AI integrations that extend far beyond a simple toggle. What began as a single browser feature has evolved into...
Stellantis and Microsoft Forge 5-Year AI Partnership to Transform Automotive Industry
Stellantis announced a five-year strategic partnership with Microsoft on April 16, 2026, positioning artificial intelligence as the core operating system for its future vehicles rather than just...
Fake Windows Update MSI installers bypass security alerts to steal passwords and crypto wallets.
A sophisticated fake Windows Update campaign is distributing malware through malicious MSI installers that steal passwords, browser sessions, and cryptocurrency wallets. Security researchers have...
Stellantis and Microsoft Announce 5-Year AI Partnership for Automotive Transformation
Stellantis has committed to a five-year partnership with Microsoft that positions artificial intelligence as the core operating system for its automotive operations. Announced on April 16, 2026, this...
Insider Builds Let Windows 11 Users Pick Exact Pause End Dates on Calendar
Microsoft has introduced a calendar picker for the Windows Update pause feature in recent Windows 11 Insider builds, marking a significant improvement in how users control their update schedules. The...
Microsoft AI Agents Go Beyond Chatbots: Agent Builder Enables Autonomous Digital Coworkers
Microsoft is transforming AI from passive assistants into active digital coworkers with autonomous capabilities that can execute tasks across applications. The company's Agent Builder framework and...
Microsoft Copilot Expands Image Creation: Text-to-Image and AI Editing Tools for Windows Users
Microsoft is integrating advanced image creation capabilities directly into Copilot, positioning AI-powered visual tools as accessible features for everyday Windows users. The company's latest push...