Microsoft Restricts Free AI Features to Boost Paid Subscriptions

Microsoft Restricts Free AI Features to Boost Paid Subscriptions

2026-07-23 companies

Redmond, Thursday, 23 July 2026.
Microsoft is moving key Copilot features, including Deep Research and Outlook tools, behind paywalls to monetize its massive $146 billion artificial intelligence investment.

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