Dynamics 365 Sales – Get embedded experience for Copilot summaries

We are announcing an embedded experience for Copilot summaries in Dynamics 365 Sales. This feature will reach general availability on September 26, 2025.

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Power Platform – IP firewall SPN filtering for application users is now available

We are announcing Service Principle Name (SPN) filtering for application users in Power Platform. This enhancement allows administrators to configure IP firewall settings to bypass or restrict access for specific third-party application users. Previously, IP firewall settings applied to all application users but now, admins can target access more precisely.

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Updates available for Microsoft 365 Apps for Current Channel

We’ve released updates to the following update channel for Microsoft 365 Apps:

  • Current Channel

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Retirement of Microsoft Places team guidance feature

Microsoft is retiring the Team Guidance feature in Microsoft Places by November 3, 2025, to streamline collaboration and promote Microsoft 365 Groups. The retirement includes phased read-only and removal stages. Organizations should inform users, transition to Microsoft 365 Groups, and update training accordingly.

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Microsoft 365 admin center – Usage reports: Copilot Search usage

A new Copilot Search usage report will be available in the Microsoft 365 admin center by early September 2025, showing user activity and search metrics. It is enabled by default, requires no setup, and helps organizations monitor Copilot Search adoption and usage trends.

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Rollout Pause – Line Key Configuration via Teams Admin Center

The rollout of line key configuration in Teams Admin Center for Teams phones is paused worldwide to address feedback and improve shared device license support. Admins should configure line keys directly on devices temporarily. Audit logging and reporting via TAC may be affected until the experience resumes.

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Microsoft Defender Core Service coming to Windows Server 2012 R2 and Windows Server 2016

Microsoft Defender Core service will be introduced for Windows Server 2012 R2 and 2016 to improve Defender Antivirus stability and performance. Public preview starts August 28, 2025; general availability by early October 2025. It installs by default with platform update 4.18.25060.7-0 and requires specific URL allowances and process whitelisting.

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Microsoft Intune In Development for September 2025 is now available

The Microsoft Intune In Development page for September 2025 has been updated with upcoming features. Organizations should review the changes to prepare IT staff and update user guidance accordingly, as these features will appear in the next month or later releases.

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Microsoft Copilot Studio – Block the use of maker-provided credentials for authentication

We are announcing the ability for admins to enforce the use of end-user credentials by managing how authentication is handled. This feature will be generally available starting September 19, 2025.

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Windows Backup for Organizations is now available

Windows Backup for Organizations is now generally available. It provides a simple and secure way to back up and restore settings and the list of Microsoft Store apps on eligible enterprise devices running Windows 10 and Windows 11, version 22H2 and higher. With the capability during the out-of-the-box experience (OOBE) to restore a familiar experience on a new device or after a device reset or reimage, users can get back to work faster. And, if you’re still in the process of moving from Windows 10 to Windows 11, Windows Backup for Organizations can help streamline the transition.  

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