Microsoft is exploring ways to integrate OpenClaw-like features into its 365 Copilot, aiming for an always-on assistant that handles tasks autonomously. Omar Shahine, Microsoft’s corporate vice president, confirmed the company's interest in such technologies.

The goal is to create a more independent agent capable of monitoring users' Outlook inbox and calendars, suggesting daily tasks. Specific roles like marketing, sales, and accounting are also being considered for tailored agents that limit their permissions within businesses.

Microsoft plans to showcase these features at the Build conference starting on June 2nd. Last year, Anthropic's Claude AI chatbot was integrated into Microsoft services, bringing its own multi-step task completion tool to Copilot.

This move could help Microsoft reclaim customers from rival services, leveraging OpenClaw-like capabilities to strengthen its position in the market. However, ensuring these agents are safe and secure remains a significant challenge.