Microsoft launches AI-powered ‘Copilot Mode’ on Edge browser

Microsoft on Monday unveiled a new “Copilot Mode” for its Edge browser, an AI-powered feature designed to streamline web browsing, organise tasks, and boost productivity — as tech rivals intensify the race to embed artificial intelligence into everyday internet use.

The new mode brings Microsoft’s Copilot chatbot directly to the Edge homepage, allowing users to search across all open tabs, summarise results, and carry out tasks such as comparing hotels or booking restaurants — all without needing to toggle between pages. It also supports…