Microsoft slaps new coat of paint on Copilot, buries annoying button

Microsoft updated its Copilot AI assistant with a redesigned interface and relocated a frequently criticized button to a less prominent position. The company reported a 27-43% usage increase based on one week of data but acknowledged the figures "may not be indicative of long-term usage trends.

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