The setting in question 'only enables features requiring internet access like co-authoring a document,' Microsoft says.

Microsoft has reached out to confirm that it does not use customer data to train its large language models. They

This week, Microsoft refuted reports claiming that it is training its Copilot AI on data customers store in Microsoft 365.

Microsoft faces allegations of using Word and Excel data for AI training, which it denies, emphasizing user privacy and control.

Microsoft denies that it is scraping Microsoft 65 user data, including Word documents and Excel spreadsheets, to train its various AI models.

Microsoft on Wednesday denied claims that it uses customer data from its Microsoft 365 applications, including Word and Excel, to train artificial intelligence models. The response came after some users pointed out on social media that the company requires users to opt-out of its "connected experiences" feature,

Reports that the tech giant is taking user data through its best known business software to train its AIs follows a global crash on Monday.

All of the recent hullabaloo surrounding Microsoft 365's 'connected experiences' has been a misunderstanding, per the company.

While vigilance in protecting your data is always advisable, the company assures that analytical connected experiences in Microsoft 365 simply search the internet or consult Micro

Microsoft has denies rumors of using Microsoft 365 customer data data to train AI models. The company took to social media and shared statements to explain its Connected Experiences within Microsoft 365.