Microsoft Accidentally Removes Copilot AI In Latest Windows 11 Update

Microsoft unintentionally removed its AI assistant, Copilot, from Windows 11 with its latest update, released on March 11, 2025. The update, which aimed to improve security and fix system bugs, also led to the unexpected disappearance of Copilot from the operating system. Many users noticed that the AI assistant had been unpinned from the taskbar, raising concerns about whether it had been removed intentionally.

The accidental removal of Copilot has sparked mixed reactions among Windows 11 users. While Microsoft has been heavily investing in artificial intelligence and integrating it into its software ecosystem, not all users are enthusiastic about AI-powered features. Some welcomed the update, happy to see Copilot gone, while others found its absence disruptive to their workflow.

Microsoft Responds and Provides a Temporary Fix

Microsoft quickly acknowledged the issue and confirmed that it was an unintended bug. The company assured users that it is actively working on a fix to restore Copilot in upcoming updates. In the meantime, affected users can manually reinstall Copilot by downloading it from the Microsoft Store.

Copilot’s Ongoing Evolution

This incident highlights Copilot’s shifting role within Windows. Initially, Copilot was fully integrated into the operating system, but later, Microsoft transformed it into a web-based shortcut. More recently, the company has been working to reintegrate it as a native feature. Some newer Windows PCs even include a dedicated Copilot key on their keyboards.

Despite these efforts, Copilot’s functionality appears to be less integrated than before. Recent versions no longer make direct system changes, but instead provide instructions for users to adjust settings manually. This shift raises questions about Microsoft’s long-term strategy for AI on Windows.