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However, he acknowledges technical challenges when attempting to incorporate other software stacks—such as Zoom, Gmail, or Slack—into similar AI ecosystems. Data consistency, compliance, security, and integration complexities pose hurdles. Yet, Nadella remains optimistic, emphasizing that the comprehensive Microsoft infrastructure, combined with billions invested in data centers and AI, will form a compelling, hard-to-replicate advantage.
He also stresses the importance of privacy and compliance, noting that Microsoft’s approach filters responses based on permissions and security policies, thus safeguarding sensitive organizational data.