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Microsoft's Office Copilot Gets Boost with Anthropic's Claude Models

Office Copilot gets a performance upgrade with Anthropic's Claude models. This strategic move could generate substantial revenue for Microsoft.

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Microsoft's Office Copilot Gets Boost with Anthropic's Claude Models

Microsoft's Office Copilot is set to gain a significant boost with the integration of Anthropic's Claude models. These models have shown superior performance in tasks like automating Excel functions and creating presentations compared to OpenAI's GPT models. The move comes as both OpenAI and Anthropic develop productivity solutions that rival Microsoft Office.

Microsoft will deploy Anthropic's Claude models in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, working alongside existing OpenAI models. The Claude models will handle more complex tasks in Office AI assistant Copilot, with pricing remaining at $30 per user per month. This strategic decision is expected to generate over a billion dollars annually if it reaches just one percent of the 430 million Office users.

Microsoft will obtain Anthropic models via Amazon Web Services (AWS), as they are not hosted on Azure. This is a change from OpenAI's models, which are part of Microsoft's billion-dollar investment. Microsoft will pay AWS for using Anthropic's models, unlike OpenAI's models. Meanwhile, Anthropic's productivity solution, capable of generating Excel files and PowerPoint presentations, will be integrated into Microsoft 365 Premium with advanced AI agents.

The integration of Anthropic's Claude models into Office Copilot is a significant step for Microsoft. It not only enhances the capabilities of its productivity suite but also positions it to generate substantial revenue. By leveraging these advanced models, Microsoft aims to provide users with more efficient and intelligent tools for their daily tasks.

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