Microsoft’s Mico: A Cautious Step Forward in AI Personality or Another Tech Misstep?

Nearly thirty years after Clippy, Microsoft is rolling out a new AI avatar named Mico, designed to give its Copilot virtual assistant a friendly face. Yet this move raises critical questions about the balance between innovation and user safety—especially for everyday Americans navigating an increasingly complex digital landscape.Is This Friendly Face an Improvement or Just Another Distraction?Clippy's legacy remains a cautionary tale. It was intrusive and out-of-touch, frustrating users more than helping them. Microsoft claims Mico is different: responsive, expressive, and easy to disable. But has Washington truly learned from history? When technology companies create personable AI companions, they tread...