Microsoft Copilot: Transforming Your Favorite Chat Apps

Microsoft is making strides in AI integration by introducing Copilot to Telegram as part of its "copilot-for-social" initiative. To access the bot, users must verify their phone number by sending their contact in the chat. This expansion into one of the most widely used messaging platforms shows Microsoft's commitment to enhancing user experience, although services remain unavailable in the European Union for now. Users attempting to access the bot from the EU will encounter restrictions.

Microsoft emphasizes security by requiring a single verification of your mobile number linked to your Telegram account, stating, “To ensure a secure experience, we require a quick one-time verification of your mobile number linked with your Telegram account. We don’t store your number,” as displayed upon starting the bot.

The Copilot bot is available for free, and Microsoft's plans for social integration may extend beyond Telegram to other messaging apps like WhatsApp. While details on its implementation in WhatsApp are currently scarce, updates will be provided as information becomes available. Users are left to wonder whether Copilot will function similarly to its implementation in Telegram—where users can access it at will or if it will respond proactively when assistance is required.

To find the Microsoft Copilot bot, search for @CopilotOfficialBot in the Telegram search bar. Be cautious of imitation bots, and ensure the selected option has a verification badge for authenticity. The bot offers three commands: /restart (to restart the chat), /share (to share the bot with friends), and /ideas (to explore various usage possibilities). It has a daily message limit of 30 and operates on models like GPT-4, GPT-3.5, and Microsoft’s proprietary technology. Currently, users cannot switch between the Precise, Creative, and Balanced models. Copilot has generated much excitement following Microsoft’s announcements at its recent annual Build Developer Conference.