MC1230651 Sales in Microsoft 365 Copilot: Sales Chat admin settings update for CRM record type configuration

Summary New feature in Dynamics 365 Project Operations for calculating revenue recognition based on stand-alone selling price contract lines. Users can set contract line values that the system will use for revenue recognition calculations. Revenue recognition is separated from billing milestones, aligning with ASC 606 and IFRS 15 standards. No action is required from users; …

Summary Microsoft Teams on the web will only support browsers compliant with ECMAScript 2022 starting in 2026. Users on unsupported browsers will see reminder banners until enforcement begins. Teams will be blocked on non-compliant browsers after the enforcement date. Desktop and mobile Teams clients are not affected by this change. IT administrators should ensure users …

Summary The Outlook for Windows Usage Report will be retired from the Exchange admin center. Admins can access Outlook usage information through the Microsoft 365 admin center instead. No replacement reporting will be available in the Exchange admin center after the retirement. No action is required from admins, but internal documentation may need updates. There …

Summary Updates how entities inserted from Add Work Content appear in Microsoft 365 Copilot and Copilot Chat, eliminating entity names in the input box for a cleaner prompt-building experience. Available to both Microsoft 365 Copilot users and Copilot Chat users, with variations in experience. No changes to admin controls; the update is enabled by default …

Summary Modern architecture for Project Operations will be available, allowing use in ERP scenarios on the Microsoft Dataverse platform. Admins can support additional transactions like project procurement documents and item requirements for existing legal entities. Parallel use of projects from different deployment types is permitted, facilitating ongoing transactions and invoice creation. Transitioning to Project Operations …

Summary Windows 365 management will move from the Device onboarding section to a new area called Manage Windows 365 Cloud PCs in the Intune admin center. Navigation will shift from a horizontal menu to a vertical list under the new Manage Windows 365 Cloud PCs section. A new Windows 365 Administration section will be created …

Summary A built-in prerequisite check experience will be introduced in the Configuration repository for Electronic Reporting (ER) in Dynamics 365 Finance. Users can verify that the system meets all required application version, build, and dependent configuration prerequisites before importing an ER configuration. A new Prerequisites FastTab is added to the Configuration repository workspace. A “Check …

Summary Call center users can generate and send payment links to customers. Improved security eliminates the need for sharing sensitive card details verbally. Offers expanded payment options like digital wallets and “buy now, pay later.” Allows call center agents to place orders on hold during payment processing. Automatic cancellation of orders if payments are not …

Summary Selective import of invoice lines for specific proposals in Dynamics 365 Project Operations. Process individual invoice proposals without waiting for batch processing. New buttons to populate invoice lines specific to selected invoice proposals. Improved performance through streamlined data processing for selected proposals. Awareness only; no action required from users. Admin Impact: Low User Impact: …

Summary Custom voice feature for voice agents in Dynamics 365 Contact Center will be available. Users can build and integrate a custom voice model after Microsoft approval. Access the feature via Channels > Custom AI Voices > + Connect Custom Voice. No action is required; this message is for your awareness. Admin Impact: Low User …

Summary Support for line discounts and fees in Dynamics 365 Project Operations. Enables calculations for project quotations, contracts, and invoices. No action required from users at this time. Additional information available at the provided link. Admin Impact: Low User Impact: Medium Release Start: 12 Mar 2026 Release End: 12 Mar 2026 Services: D365 Apps Category: …

Summary Users can now localize button and tab labels in Dynamics 365 Commerce for multiple languages. This feature enhances customization without needing duplicate layouts or manual code changes. It improves user interface tailoring for both Self-Checkout and assisted registers. The change is categorized as a new feature by Microsoft. Awareness is provided, and no action …

Summary Upgrade to the latest PowerPoint versions to continue using Captions & Subtitles. Unsupported versions will lose access to Captions & Subtitles after the upgrade deadline. No changes for users on supported versions; settings remain the same. Review and update PowerPoint client versions across your organization. Notify helpdesk and accessibility stakeholders about the changes. Admin …

Summary New feature in Microsoft 365 Copilot for Sales allows faster engagement with prospects using Sales Agents. Sales Agents conduct research on leads within CRM systems like Salesforce or Dynamics 365 Sales. Insights generated from web and CRM data help create personalized outreach emails. Configuration options are available to tailor the feature to specific business …

Summary New ability to adjust or reverse project timesheets in Dynamics 365 Project Operations. Provides insights into pricing concerns and simplifies corrections for intercompany timesheets. Users can access a form showing incoming and outgoing intercompany timesheets. Alerts for when prices are set to zero or differ from date effective pricing configurations. Project managers can create …

Summary Microsoft Teams will introduce simplified 8-digit numeric-only meeting passcodes, enhancing the joining process for participants. The feature is off by default and requires activation by tenant administrators. Admins can apply the setting to specific users, groups, or the entire organization, while existing meetings will remain unchanged. Users will receive a security warning highlighting reduced …

Summary SharePoint Designer 2013 will be retired, and support will end. No support, security updates, or fixes will be available after retirement. Workflows created with SharePoint Designer 2013 must be migrated to Power Automate. Use the SharePoint Migration Tool (SPMT) for assessing and migrating workflows. Organizations should review and plan for migration before the retirement …

Why Are Emails with Brackets and Ampersands Getting Quarantined in Exchange Online? Understanding Exchange Online Quarantine Behavior with Special Characters Exchange Online administrators should monitor email filtering configurations, particularly when sender display names contain special character combinations. Recent reports indicate that legitimate emails featuring square brackets combined with ampersands in sender display names—such as [Company …

What Caused the Simultaneous Microsoft Teams and Deutsche Bahn Service Disruptions in February 2026? On February 17, 2026, coinciding with Shrove Tuesday, German rail operator Deutsche Bahn experienced a significant IT disruption that prevented customers from booking tickets through the DB Navigator app, while Microsoft Teams users in North America and Europe faced similar service …

Are Smart Home Devices Secure? Understanding the DJI Romo Data Breach Discovery A technology enthusiast’s weekend project exposed a critical vulnerability affecting thousands of connected robotic vacuum cleaners, highlighting significant concerns about smart home device security and data privacy. The Accidental Discovery Sammy Azdoufal, an AI executive at French property management firm Emerald Stay, attempted …

Is Your Password Manager Actually Safe After the Latest ETH Zurich Security Findings? Based on the comprehensive security study conducted by ETH Zurich in February 2026, serious vulnerabilities affecting the “Zero Knowledge” architecture of Bitwarden, LastPass, and Dashlane have been identified. Password Manager Security: A Critical Look at the ETH Zurich Findings Millions rely on …

What Steps Resolve UNMOUNTABLE_BOOT_VOLUME Errors on Windows 11 24H2 and 25H2 Systems? Understanding the Boot Problem Windows 11 systems running versions 24H2 and 25H2 experienced critical boot failures following the January 2026 security update KB5074109, released on January 13, 2026. Affected computers displayed an “UNMOUNTABLE_BOOT_VOLUME” error with Stop Code 0xED, preventing system startup entirely. Microsoft …

Does the new KB5077181 patch finally fix the Blue Screen of Death on Windows 11 24H2? The February 2026 security update KB5077181 permanently resolves the “UNMOUNTABLE_BOOT_VOLUME” errors affecting commercial Windows 11 24H2 and 25H2 devices. Critical Fix for Windows 11 Boot Failures Microsoft released the cumulative update KB5077181 on February 10, 2026, to address persistent …

What Should IT Teams Know About the Actively Exploited BeyondTrust Security Flaw? Core Advisory The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) issued an urgent warning regarding CVE-2026-1731, a critical pre-authentication remote code execution vulnerability affecting BeyondTrust’s Remote Support and Privileged Remote Access products. Federal agencies received a three-day deadline to patch their systems, reflecting …

What Happened When Microsoft 365 Copilot Bypassed DLP Policies and Exposed Sensitive Business Information? Understanding the Microsoft Copilot Chat Security Incident A security flaw in Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat allowed unauthorized access to confidential emails and file summaries, bypassing established data loss prevention (DLP) policies and sensitivity labels. Microsoft confirmed this issue through Advisory CW1226324 …

How Did an Open Source AI Assistant Developer Win a Position at OpenAI in 2026? Austrian Developer Brings AI Agent Expertise to OpenAI Peter Steinberger, creator of the open-source AI assistant OpenClaw, joined OpenAI in February 2026 to lead personal agent development. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman announced that Steinberger will “drive the next generation of …

Is your secure email actually private when the government comes knocking? Government Requests and Rejection Rates You should understand how Mailbox handles your data privacy when authorities intervene. In 2025, the company received 74 information requests from various government agencies. They rejected one-quarter of these inquiries. This rejection rate demonstrates that the provider does not …

What does Nokia’s HEVC (H.265) patent injunction mean for ASUS and Acer PC sales in Germany? What happened (plain facts) ASUS temporarily suspended its official website and online store in Germany after a Munich I Regional Court ruling tied to a patent dispute with Nokia.​ The court also issued injunctions against Acer and ASUS in …

Why are German universities paying €45 per user for openDesk when Microsoft 365 is free for students? The core issue Germany says it wants digital independence. ZenDiS is building openDesk to reduce reliance on Microsoft 365 in public administration. Yet universities face a very different reality: Microsoft 365 is often available to students at no …

Will longer release cycles make Linux Mint more stable? Linux Mint developers are shifting their strategy toward longer development cycles to prioritize feature innovation over administrative release management. This move, announced in early 2026, aims to break the rigid six-month cadence that currently limits the team’s ability to implement ambitious changes. Strategic Shift in Release …

What are the mandatory vulnerability reporting requirements for EU devices? Manufacturers operating within the EU market must urgently prepare for the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA), as mandatory reporting for active vulnerabilities begins on September 11, 2026. The following guide outlines your obligations, critical deadlines, and necessary compliance steps to navigate this new legal framework effectively. …

Why Was Google Chrome Blocked by Windows Family Safety and When Was It Fixed? Timeline and Background Microsoft resolved a persistent technical conflict affecting Google Chrome users on February 10, 2026. The issue surfaced in early June 2025, when parents using Windows Family Safety’s web filtering feature discovered their children couldn’t launch Chrome. The browser …

Is artificial intelligence in medical devices actually safe for patients? The Rising Tide of AI Security Failures The last twelve months represent a distinct shift in artificial intelligence development. We are moving from theoretical risks to tangible, critical failures. Crypto analyst Miles Deutscher recently reviewed security incidents across the sector, and the data suggests we …

Is your browser history safe from these popular Chrome extensions? Recent cybersecurity research confirms that 287 Google Chrome extensions are actively recording browsing history from approximately 37.4 million users. These extensions, including popular productivity and customization tools, transmit sensitive user data to third-party servers controlled by data brokers and undisclosed entities. The Scale of the …

Why Did a Trusted Microsoft Store App Just Steal 4,000 Passwords? The recent Outlook add-in security incident offers a prime example of why third-party software vetting is crucial for digital safety. The following guide provides a comprehensive breakdown of the “AgreeTo” add-in breach, explaining how it happened and what steps you can take to protect …

Why are EU data regulators stopping the latest Commission AI and GDPR changes? The Digital Omnibus Dispute The European Commission introduced the “Digital Omnibus” on November 19, 2025, framing it as a necessary step to streamline the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and reduce bureaucracy. However, the European Data Protection Board (EDPB) and the European …

Why won’t my Mac boot after the macOS 26.3 update with Check Point Harmony? Critical Warning: Halt Your macOS 26.3 Update If you use Check Point Harmony Endpoint protection, do not update to macOS 26.3 Tahoe immediately. Users report severe boot failures following the update released on February 11, 2026. The conflict triggers a boot …

Should You Update macOS After the BSI Vulnerability Alert in February 2026? Understanding the BSI Security Alert Germany’s Federal Office for Information Security (BSI) published a security advisory on February 12, 2026, alerting macOS users to address critical system vulnerabilities. This warning emphasizes the need for immediate software updates to protect devices from potential security …

Is your Apex One flagging Microsoft CDN IPs? Here is the fix for false positives. To resolve the false positive blocking of Windows Update URLs by Trend Micro Apex One, you must adjust the Delivery Optimization settings to bypass peer-to-peer peering and force direct HTTP/HTTPS connections. The proven workaround involves setting the Download Mode to …

Is Your Exchange Online Scripting at Risk? Important Update: Exchange Online PowerShell Security Changes Microsoft has officially deprecated the -Credential parameter in Exchange Online PowerShell as of February 12, 2026. This critical change impacts how administrators and automation scripts authenticate with Exchange Online. If your current scripts rely on passing a username and password directly …

Is the missing category context menu in Outlook New shared folders a bug or a permanent feature change? The recent removal of the “Categories” option from the context menu in Outlook New (version 1.2026.120.300) appears to be a regression affecting specific tenant configurations. Based on the user report from February 11, 2026, and similar historical …

Why is my Windows 11 PC stuck restarting after the February 2026 update? Windows 11 update KB5077181 for versions 24H2 and 25H2 is causing critical boot loops and Secure Boot violations for many users. The most effective immediate solution is to enter the Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE) and uninstall the update using the command prompt …