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GPT-5.6 is now the preferred model in Microsoft 365 Copilot

Learn how GPT-5.6 powers Microsoft 365 Copilot with stronger AI capabilities across Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Chat, and Cowork for faster, higher-quality work.

Why it matters

This update may affect model choice, API planning, eval coverage, or migration timing. Its practical impact depends on the constraints, benchmark conditions, and rollout timing described in the source.

What changed

Technical impact depends on source details, integration surface, evaluation evidence, and operational constraints.

What to watch

Lower evidence risk: the item links to a primary source, but benchmark and vendor-performance claims still need context.

Evidence

• OpenAI NewsPrimary source
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