TECH NEWS – Based on an internal memo, Microsoft might not be pushing AI only on Windows 11 users anymore…

A supposed internal email by Julia Liuson, Corporate Vice President of Microsoft’s developer division, indicates that managers are being asked to evaluate employees based on their usage of AI tools. According to Business Insider, Microsoft may even adopt performance metrics specifically to track AI engagement. Liuson’s note made it clear: “AI is now a fundamental part of how we work. Just like collaboration, data-driven thinking, and effective communication, using AI is no longer optional—it’s core to every role and every level.”

This sounds a lot like Microsoft pressuring staff to adopt AI tools, even if these tools have faced lukewarm reception from general users. The company has already stirred controversy with Copilot’s Recall feature, which uses AI to take regular screenshots of activity so users can later retrieve past websites or documents. After backlash over privacy concerns, Microsoft was forced to retract the feature’s rollout.

Although the company attempted damage control with a delayed Recall beta, skepticism persists. Trust in Microsoft’s promise that Copilot is secure and works fully offline remains low. Even among AI adopters, Copilot is far from being the favorite. In 2025, ChatGPT counted around 400 million active users, while Copilot had only 33 million. Many Windows users are also indifferent or critical, often calling it bloatware.

This indifference stems largely from frustration over Microsoft installing Copilot by default on Windows 11—a move that many perceive as forcing AI adoption on users whether they want it or not.

Source: PCGamer, Business Insider