people · May 17, 2026
Microsoft cancels Claude Code licenses for engineers shifting to GitHub Copilot CLI by end of June
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Microsoft starts canceling Claude Code licenses for engineers in its Experiences + Devices team. Engineers must transition to GitHub Copilot CLI by the end of June 2026. The move follows internal testing of both tools since December 2025 when Claude Code access opened to Microsoft staff. Rajesh Jha noted Copilot CLI allows direct shaping for Microsoft repos and security needs. Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella previously stated the company writes up to 30% of its code using generative AI.
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