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Using Copilot in your business? How would you like it to auto-open when you launch the Edge browser? It could be handy – and it might happen soon, if Microsoft’s testing goes well…
Microsoft is really embracing AI lately, and its latest move is to have Copilot open automatically when you launch Microsoft Edge. Currently, if you want to use Copilot in Edge, you need to click the icon in the sidebar. It's not a big deal, but the new auto-open feature would mean Copilot is ready and waiting in the sidebar as soon as you open your browser or start a new tab.
Some people will love this, while others might not. Regardless, it’s clear that Microsoft wants Copilot to become an everyday part of using Edge.
Another feature being tested is an "Ask Copilot" button in the Settings menu. This would allow you to ask Copilot for help if you get stuck trying to change a browser setting, instead of digging through all the options. If it works well, it could be a great time-saving feature for businesses.
If your team uses Edge, here’s how you could benefit:
Faster troubleshooting: If something in Edge isn't working, instead of searching Google or calling IT, you could just ask Copilot for help.
AI on standby: Whether you need help summarizing a long article, brainstorming an email, or writing a quick message, Copilot would always be open and ready.
Better security: Microsoft is also testing "Scareware Blocker," an AI-powered feature that helps detect and block scam websites in real time.
It’s hard to say when these updates might roll out, if they roll out at all. Microsoft loves to test features in Edge Canary (its experimental version of Edge), but not everything makes the final cut. However, given Microsoft's strong push towards AI, there’s a good chance this will stick.
Auto-open for Copilot could be helpful if you like AI and want a built-in assistant that’s always ready to go. But if you prefer your browser to be just a browser, then this update might be annoying.
And of course, there’s the question of privacy. Microsoft hasn’t detailed how this will work yet, but if Copilot is always open, some people might feel a bit uncomfortable with that.
If this rolls out, Copilot could become a permanent fixture in Edge, helping you work smarter, troubleshoot issues, and stay safe from scams. If Microsoft addresses privacy concerns and provides an option to turn it off, it could be a great new addition.
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For many landlords and building managers, the word “wayleave” feels like the responsible route whenever a fibre circuit is being installed on their property. It sounds formal and safe – a neat legal box to tick.
In many cases, however, a wayleave adds unnecessary complexity and delays, frustrates tenants, and can expose landlords to long-term legal risks.
At Vorboss, we’ve connected thousands of office spaces across London without a wayleave, keeping landlords in full control and getting tenants online faster.
What is a wayleave?
A wayleave is a written agreement between a landowner and a telecoms operator. It gives the operator permission to install and keep equipment on private property.
What many people don’t realise is that signing a wayleave also activates “Code rights” under the Electronic Communications Code. These rights go beyond simple permission, they give the operator legal powers to stay on the property indefinitely, access it when needed, and even refuse removal of their equipment in certain situations.
For a typical connection into a commercial building in London, a wayleave can make the fibre installation process slower, more expensive, and limit the landlord’s flexibility long term.
Why a wayleave isn’t required for standard in-building fibre connections
For a standard in-building fibre connection serving a tenant, a wayleave isn’t a legal requirement. Important protections, like building access, fire safety, repairing any damage, and removing equipment, are already covered by the tenant’s lease and usual building rules.
If no wayleave is signed, no Code rights are triggered, meaning the landlord retains full control and the installation exists under a simple, fully revocable licence.
In practice, this gives landlords far more protection and flexibility:
- No legal lock-in – the telecoms operator has no long-term rights to stay or refuse removal.
- Landlords keep full control – equipment can be moved or removed when the building changes.
- Faster fibre installation – no time lost in drafting contracts or solicitor reviews.
- Happier tenants – connections go live quicker; tenants get to move in faster.
By contrast, signing a wayleave and granting Code rights introduces a complex and expensive legal process for any fibre removal or relocation. This can take at least 18 months, plus potential court or tribunal proceedings, making it slower, and far less flexible for the landlord.
Public services across central London are evolving, and the City of London Corporation is leading the way.
Whether you work, live or study in the Square Mile, you’ll soon feel the difference that faster, more dependable connectivity brings.
What is the Future Network Programme?
The City of London Corporation is rolling out the Future Network Programme, a major project to modernise its entire digital infrastructure and bring everything under one unified network.
From offices and schools to iconic green spaces like Hampstead Heath, cultural destinations like the Barbican, and historic markets such as Leadenhall and Old Spitalfields, this upgrade will mean more reliable connectivity across the City’s buildings and public spaces.
It also extends to essential services, including critical sites run by the City of London Police. This enhanced connectivity will support everything from secure communication systems to faster, more resilient networks for emergency operations.
Leading this transformation is Roc Technologies, supported by Juniper Networks and Palo Alto Networks; all powered by the Vorboss fibre network. Together, we’re bringing the City onto a modern digital foundation that’s ready to support its future.
Who the Future Network Programme benefits and how?
The programme is designed for everyone who depends on public services in the Square Mile:
- Students in City-run schools will have fast, reliable connectivity to fully access digital learning tools.
- Public-sector teams will experience smoother hybrid working, better access to online platforms, and more efficient collaboration across locations.
- Residents and visitors will see improvements in public Wi-Fi, digital services, and online access in libraries, community hubs, and other shared spaces.
- The City of London Police will gain a more secure, faster and resilient network that enhances CCTV reliability and enables more effective frontline operations.
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