Home topics technology via blogs.microsoft News Tech News Microsoft introduces Copilot Pro AI assistant to small businesses Yajush Gupta January 17, 2024 Microsoft is enhancing accessibility to its AI assistant, Copilot, through the introduction of a $20-per-month consumer version. This version incorporates the latest ChatGPT technology and image creation tools from OpenAI, with a primary objective of expanding the user base, particularly among smaller businesses. Moreover, Copilot for Microsoft 365 is now accessible to small businesses subscribed to Microsoft 365 Business Premium and Business Standard, allowing customers to obtain between one and 299 seats at a rate of $30 per person per month. For consumers utilizing Office’s cloud services, Copilot is now available to assist in tasks such as answering queries, summarizing data, and content generation in Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint. A notable enhancement is the removal of the previous 300-seat purchase minimum for commercial plans, making Copilot accessible to Office 365 E3 and E5 customers without requiring a Microsoft 365 license. This strategic move aims to provide a more inclusive and flexible experience for a broader range of users. Copilot Pro introduces several new features for users: Copilot Pro offers a consistent AI experience across various devices, adapting to your context on the web, PC, and soon, on mobile phones. This ensures that the AI can provide relevant assistance when needed. Users with Microsoft 365 Personal and Family subscriptions can now access Copilot in essential Microsoft applications, including Word, Excel[i], PowerPoint, Outlook, and OneNote. This expanded accessibility covers