Microsoft Explores Always-On AI Agents for Enterprise Workflows

[kevin1]

Microsoft is reportedly testing new features for Microsoft 365 Copilot that resemble the capabilities of OpenClaw, aiming to bring more advanced automation into enterprise environments. Unlike OpenClaw, which runs locally and has raised security concerns, Microsoft’s version is expected to include stronger safeguards tailored for business use.

The idea is to create an “always-on” AI agent that can handle multi-step tasks over time, rather than just responding to prompts. This builds on Microsoft’s recent push into agent-based tools like Copilot Cowork and Copilot Tasks, which already automate actions across apps—but currently operate in the cloud rather than on local machines.

If successful, this move could redefine how businesses interact with software, shifting from manual workflows to continuous AI-driven execution. With a potential reveal expected at Microsoft Build, the company appears to be positioning itself at the forefront of enterprise AI agents—balancing automation power with security and control.

[madmax]

this really shows the shift from “ai as a tool” to “ai as an operator,” which is a much bigger deal than most headlines make it sound.