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How responsible are you with AI? Zoe Wilson and Kevin McDonnell are joined this week by Chris Huntingford (Director of AI at ANS among many other things!), focusing on responsible AI practices, data management, and the socio-economic impacts of technology. We covered the importance of transparency, accountability, and ethical practices in AI implementation. The discussion also touches on the cultural shifts required for successful AI adoption, the challenges of governance in AI systems, and the future of AI agents.

We also had an amazing announcement for the Copilot Fireside Chat that you can hear at the end! Or get a sneak peak on the Fireside Chat site.

Key takeaways:

• The importance of responsible AI practices is paramount.
• Data management and compliance are critical in the AI landscape.
• Socioeconomic impacts of AI technology must be considered.
• Education and critical thinking are essential for future generations.
• Creativity should not be overshadowed by AI advancements.
• AI-generated content can lead to a decline in quality and creativity.
• Legal accountability for AI deployment is necessary.
• Individuals must advocate for ethical AI practices.
• The EU AI Act sets important standards for AI accountability.
• Community engagement is vital for responsible AI development. Transparency is crucial in AI deployment.
• Shared responsibility involves vendors, deployers, and users.
• Accountability must be established at all levels.
• Data quality directly impacts AI outcomes.
• Cultural shifts are necessary for effective AI adoption.
• Governance in AI is more important than ever.
• Organizations should focus on training rather than cutting jobs.
• AI implementation requires careful planning and testing.
• Responsible AI practices must be prioritized.
• The future of AI agents needs robust governance frameworks.

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In this episode of Copilot Connection, Kevin goes solo and dives deep into the world of Microsoft Copilot, exploring the intricacies of prompt engineering and the practical applications of prompts in enhancing productivity. He discusses various techniques for effective prompting, the significance of community contributions, and how to utilize the Copilot prompt gallery to streamline workflows. The conversation emphasizes the evolving nature of AI and the need for users to adapt and refine their approaches to maximize the benefits of generative AI tools.

Takeaways

• Prompt engineering is best for effective AI interaction but not essential.
• Understanding agentic threats is essential for security and OWASP can help.
• Community resources can enhance learning and application.
• Utilizing the Copilot prompt gallery can streamline workflows.
• Advanced prompting techniques can lead to better outcomes.
• Regularly revisiting and refining prompts is beneficial.
• AI can assist in complex problem-solving scenarios.
• Diversity of thought is important in AI applications.
• Practical applications of prompts can save time and effort.
• Engagement with the community fosters knowledge sharing.

Useful links

News:

OWASP agentic threats https://www.linkedin.com/posts/jsotiropoulos_aisecurity-agenticai-owasp-activity-7297385436925095937-vQmg

Beginner guide for agents https://www.linkedin.com/posts/donasarkar_happy-valentines-day-friends-as-a-activity-7296237085194084352-db7o

New AI models include a gaming model https://www.geekwire.com/2025/microsoft-reveals-new-gaming-focused-generative-ai-model-muse-that-could-revive-classic-games/

Fabian Williams bring us some agentic magic with CAPs https://www.linkedin.com/posts/fabiangwilliams_autonomous-multi-agent-group-chat-working-activity-7297051837969358848-R4zG

Prompts:

Crafting effective prompts https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/blog/microsoft365copilotblog/getting-the-most-from-the-copilot-prompt-gallery/4383106

Prompt Engineering Guide | Prompt Engineering Guide

Best practices for prompt engineering with the OpenAI API | OpenAI Help Center

Stefan Bisser’s tool to write prompts https://www.linkedin.com/posts/stephan-bisser_agent-instructor-visual-studio-marketplace-activity-7298292501763780610-OAYW

Prompts of the week pnp/copilot-prompts: Examples of p

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In this episode of Copilot Connection, Zoe and Kevin discuss the latest roadmap items for Microsoft 365 Copilot, highlighting Teams, Microsoft 365 apps, Extensibility, SharePoint, Admin and Purview. Hear about the latest batches coming in February and March and what it could mean to you.

Takeaways

• Roadmap updates indicate a significant increase in available tools and capabilities.
• Teams updates focus on enhancing collaborative productivity.
• Accessibility features are being prioritized in new updates.
• The ability to analyze on-screen content will improve meeting experiences.
• Voice recognition technology will enhance transcription accuracy.
• Upcoming updates will roll out in batches, indicating a fast-paced development cycle.
• Developers will soon have tools to create custom agents for Copilot.
• Extensibility is becoming more tangible and accessible for organizations.
• The integration of AI into business processes is crucial for future productivity.
• The new SharePoint features allow for better content discoverability management.
• Viva Connections cards will enhance Copilot functionality.
• Usage reports for integrated apps will provide valuable insights.
• Microsoft Purview is improving security management capabilities.
• Data Loss Prevention will restrict Copilot processing on sensitive content.
• Identifying risky AI usage is crucial for security.
• Real-life use cases of AI agents are emerging.
• Upcoming events will provide more insights into AI advancements.
• The conversation around AI is evolving rapidly.
• Engagement with the community is essential for knowledge sharing.

Key links

Roadmap - Teams

Roadmap - M365 Apps

Roadmap - Extensibility

Roadmap - SharePoint and Admin
Roadmap - Purview