Microsoft Scout, New Enterprise Autopilot Built on OpenClaw, Announced at Build 2026
Microsoft has unveiled 'Scout,' an autonomous 'Autopilot' agent built on the open-source framework OpenClaw, at its Build 2026 conference. Scout is designed to perform complex, long-running tasks autonomously, though its security model has raised concerns among analysts.
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The shift toward autonomous agents that can execute local operations marks a significant evolution in AI capabilities, moving beyond simple chatbot interactions.
InfoQ Homepage News Microsoft Scout, New Enterprise Autopilot Built on OpenClaw, Announced at Build 2026
The article presents the product launch and technical details while acknowledging industry skepticism regarding security.
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