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Last week I told you that Scout wants to be your employee so I asked my favorite AI, Perplexity Pro, if I should use it or Scout. The answer was insightful. For now I'm going to stick with Perplexity because of the way that I currently work, but the answer it gave me might be a helpful model to follow in making your own decision between AI products of any brand.
 
4 things to know: It's a bit of a puff piece but a good reminder that prices go up on July 1. But Copilot goes down if you get the new SKU. Interest in AI not overlooked by social engineers; Unconventional thinkers are exceling at AI - find them in your company; AI Agents are the new Insider threat and how to block them.
 
Business to do's:  Get security training; Read the blog; Buy the book and start running a better business
 
4 things to do: Was it Mythos? Microsoft released 200 patches for Windows 11 in a single update! Of course there are consequences. Improve Photo searches;  Keep those Outlook signatures in place.
 
Next week I'm speaking on a panel at SMB Community Online Conference. I'll be there on day 3. It's a unique format of 3 afternoons. I think this is awesome because there no travel and it means that you don't have to block off your whole day. Just a couple of hours each day. I have a coupon code for you too: THIRDTIER It'll drop the price of participation significantly. Bring a question for me! I love Q&A. Registration: smbonlineconference.com
 
Join me in Omaha for a two-day conference at the end of July. In person! I'll be speaking on opportunities for monetization within your MSP stack for AI services: http://bit.ly/kernanmastermind
I hope that you enjoy this week's newsletter and tell everyone to subscribe.

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4 things to know: M365 + Copilot new licensing hits July 1; Interest in AI not overlooked by social engineers; Unconventional thinkers are exceling at AI - find them in your company; AI Agents are the new Insider threat and how to block them

Introducing Microsoft 365 Business with Copilot: The new standard for small business | Microsoft 365 Blog

Introducing Microsoft 365 Business with Copilot: The new standard for small business

Meet Microsoft 365 Business with Copilot—the AI-powered solution transforming how small businesses work, collaborate, and compete.

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AI brands as bait: How threat actors are using the AI hype in social engineering | Microsoft Security Blog

AI brands as bait: How threat actors are using the AI hype in social engineering | Microsoft Security Blog

As threat actors operationalize AI to accelerate attacks, they are also leveraging the wider global interest around AI itself as a social engineering lure.

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Allie K. Miller: Find your “weirdos”—and let them lead

Allie K. Miller: Find your “weirdos”—and let them lead

One of AI's most influential voices explores why breakthroughs happen when leaders empower unconventional teams to push boundaries and experiment boldly.

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How Microsoft Is Securing AI Agents in Entra - Conditional Access, Zero Trust & the

How Microsoft Is Securing AI Agents in Entra - Conditional Access, Zero Trust & the "Block" Debate

Why Your AI Agent Has No Login Pattern

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From Third Tier: Get security training; Read the blog; Buy the book and start running a better business

Defender + Intune Continued Learning

M365 + Security Continued Learning

Experience continuous learning with our monthly newsletter and teaching webinar on Microsoft 365 and Security. Enhance your knowledge and stay up-to-date!

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Should I use Scout, Perplexity Pro or Both?

Should I use Scout, Perplexity Pro or Both?

Explore the question, should I use Scout? Learn about its features and benefits, especially for professionals in tech.

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20 Questions Every MSP owner asks before selling their business

20 Questions Every MSP owner asks before selling their business

Prepare for your future with this MSP Exit book. Learn how to get your business ready for sale well in advance.

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4 things to do: Was it Mythos? Microsoft released 200 patches for Windows 11 in a single update! Of course there are consequences. Improve Photo searches;  Keep those Outlook signatures in place.

Custom folder icons or localized folder names might not appear after installing the June 2026 Windows security update - Microsoft Support

Custom folder icons or localized folder names might not appear after installing the June 2026 Windows security update

  • A custom folder icon defined by desktop.ini no longer appears.
  • A localized folder display name defined by desktop.ini no longer appears, and the folder shows its original name instead.
This behavior might occur even when the user has not changed an application or folder configuration.

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Microsoft patches record 206 Windows bugs in June update - and 3 are zero days

Microsoft patches record 206 Windows bugs in June update - and 3 are zero days

Among the 206 vulnerabilities are 32 critical ones and three publicly disclosed zero-day flaws, so you'll want to install this update ASAP.

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Search photos - Microsoft Support

Search photos - Microsoft Support

Learn how to search your photos and videos by location in Photos.

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Prevent Users Modify Outlook Signature to Ensure Consistency

Prevent Users Modify Outlook Signature to Ensure Consistency

Learn how to prevent users modify outlook signature using PowerShell and built-in policies to enforce consistent email branding.

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