Microsoft launched its Build 2026 developer conference on Tuesday. The company is repositioning artificial intelligence as the core infrastructure for its Windows and cloud platforms.
The event focuses on agentic AI, which performs complex, multi-step tasks across various workflows. These systems move beyond basic chatbot functions to execute autonomous actions.
CEO Satya Nadella will introduce new AI developer tools for PCs and the cloud. Microsoft aims to establish Windows as the primary operating environment for AI agents.
The strategy includes support for Nvidia’s latest chips to power on-device AI processing. This initiative evolves Copilot into an autonomous assistant and supports a new class of native AI applications.