Microsoft is outlining the next chapter of Power BI as it evolves beyond traditional business intelligence into a more connected, AI-powered platform. The latest announcements introduce new capabilities in AI-assisted app development, semantic modelling, and Microsoft 365 Copilot integration, bringing data insights closer to business workflows.

Here's what you need to know:

AI-Powered App Development in Power BI
Power BI is introducing a new app-building experience that lets users create data applications using natural language. Built on trusted semantic models, these apps support data writeback and operational workflows to help turn insights into action.
Building a More Connected Semantic Layer
Power BI is expanding its semantic layer to provide trusted business context for AI agents, applications, and Copilot. New semantic views and industry collaboration aim to make business metrics more reusable and interoperable across platforms.
Bringing Power BI Insights to Microsoft 365 Copilot
Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat and Copilot Cowork can now use governed Power BI reports and semantic models to answer business questions. These capabilities are also expanding to Copilot in Power BI and external MCP clients, bringing conversational analytics to more users.
Shaping the Future of Business Intelligence
Power BI continues to evolve through feedback and ideas from its global community of creators, analysts, and developers. Microsoft is encouraging users to contribute to its roadmap and connect at upcoming events, including FabCon and Microsoft Ignite.

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