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Starting in January 2026, all new reports created in both Power BI Service and Desktop will use the PBIR format by default, and existing reports will be automatically converted to PBIR when edited and saved.

In today’s data-driven world, semantic models have become the backbone of trustworthy analytics. They define business logic, metrics, and relationships that turn raw data into meaningful, trusted and curated insights. As organizations embrace generative AI, semantic models provide the structure and context that AI needs to deliver accurate, reliable answers.  At Microsoft, we have spent nearly two decades refining the semantic layer that connects data …

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As data volumes grow exponentially, Power BI customers demand AI-driven analytical solutions that scale to petabytes, are secure, governed, and easy to manage. Power BI semantic models, backed by Microsoft Fabric, are the foundation for user-friendly BI solutions, bridging the gap between business users and IT by enabling trusted ad-hoc analysis. Consequently, Power BI semantic …

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There’s no AI without data. Are you ready to invest in your future? Fabric Data Days starts on November 4th! We’re offering 50+ days of immersive learning designed for data professionals at every level and students alike. Don’t miss your chance to gain practical experience from experts and connect with a global community of experts. …

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One change may impact the behavior and look of the new card visual in existing reports. The callout size and background setting will be available with or without a divider after GA.

Announcing Power BI app Copilot, now in preview. With app-scoped Copilot, users can search for reports in an app plus ask questions and get connected with answers based on a report in an app. App Copilot is a separate complement to report-scoped Copilot already available on each report viewed in an app.

What’s Changing? Microsoft has announced that Office Online Server (OOS) will be retired effective December 31, 2026. As a result, PBIRS users will no longer be able to host Excel workbooks in PBIRS using OOS after November 2026, in accordance with the PBIRS Support Timelines Policy. Additionally, beginning with the January 2026 PBIRS release, configuration …

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