Microsoft is developing a new tool similar to OpenClaw for corporate clients, enhancing security features for its Microsoft 365 Copilot service.
Microsoft is in the process of integrating features akin to OpenClaw into its Microsoft 365 Copilot service, as confirmed in a report by The Information.
The upcoming tools are designed specifically for corporate users and promise enhanced security compared to current open-source options.
OpenClaw enables users to create local agents on their computers that can execute tasks on their behalf.
This initiative aligns with Microsoft's recent push to expand its AI offerings. In March, the company unveiled Cowork, an AI agent designed to manage intricate tasks within the Microsoft 365 environment, capable of interacting with applications such as Outlook, Teams, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
Unlike OpenClaw, Cowork operates within a secure cloud framework, ensuring that work context is preserved across device transitions. This agent was developed in partnership with Anthropic, utilizing the Claude Cowork model.
In February, Microsoft also rolled out Copilot Tasks, a cloud-based service that streamlines organizational duties such as email sorting and trip planning.
It is still uncertain whether Microsoft's forthcoming OpenClaw alternative will function locally. The company has indicated that the new agent will be available for use at any time.
The product is anticipated to be officially revealed at the upcoming Microsoft Build conference in June.
Additionally, in March, Microsoft introduced two new features for the Copilot Researcher tool—Critique and Council—which allow the integration of OpenAI's GPT models and Anthropic's Claude to work together on tasks for improved accuracy.
