Microsoft launches AI-based Copilot Mode in Edge browser

Microsoft on Monday launched a new “Copilot Mode” on its Edge browser that uses artificial intelligence to improve the browsing experience, as the tech giant rushes to compete with rivals launching AI-based browsers and web search features.

Copilot Mode can help carry out tasks, organize browsing into topic-based queries and compare results across all open tabs without requiring users to switch between them, Microsoft said.

The update comes at a time when tech companies have rolled out several AI-powered online search tools. Nvidia-backed startup…