Microsoft Launches AI Assistant 'Copilot' to Take Notes and Cut Down on Unnecessary Meetings

Microsoft is launching an AI assistant called Copilot that can attend meetings and take notes on your behalf. It is seen as a way to avoid unnecessary meetings.

Copilot will be integrated into Microsoft 365 apps and cost $30 per user per month. It can generate meeting transcripts, summaries, and highlight key information.

Microsoft claims Copilot will help workers avoid busywork like excess meetings. Studies show office workers waste many hours in unnecessary meetings.

Some managers are skeptical about relying too heavily on AI assistants in meetings, as nuance and relationships are important.

There are concerns AI assistants could undermine inclusion if used improperly to replace diverse perspectives.