Microsoft Viva Connections: New News feature in Microsoft Teams [MC1020218]

Message ID: MC1020218

We are evolving the Feed experience in Microsoft Viva Connections for Microsoft Teams. Instead of the Feed, people in your organization will soon see a Microsoft SharePoint News experience in Viva Connections, for a fresh new look that simplifies the user experience. Learn more:

This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 472018.

This message applies to Viva Connections in Teams for Windows desktop, Teams for iOS/Android, and Teams for the web, with this exception: This rollout will also include a Microsoft 365 Copilot-powered summary experience initially available only in Teams for Windows desktop. Microsoft 365 Copilot licensed users will have an additional option to generate a Copilot summary of the top 10 (or fewer) items in a user’s News feed. A Microsoft 365 Copilot license is required to use this summarization feature in the news feed.

[When this will happen:]

Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out early March 2025 and expect to complete by mid-March 2025.

General Availability (Worldwide, GCC, GCC High, DoD): We will begin rolling out late March 2025 and expect to complete by late April 2025.

Due to the nature of rollout technology across various platforms, some users may see the new experience sooner than others or in one platform first before the others.

[How this will affect your organization:]

Users will see recommended SharePoint News based on the sites they follow, frequently access, posts by people they work with, and other trending sites. As always, users will only see news they have appropriate permissions for, and if a news item is audience-targeted, the News feed will honor that and filter out news items. Boosted news and news from your organization’s news sites will always be prioritized at the top of the News feed.

Users can like news items in their feed and save them for later. They will have an immersive news experience in Viva Connections, without leaving Teams to read new content for individual sites they follow.

This change will be on by default.

The new Feed experience in Viva Connections in Teams for desktop and the web:

Microsoft Viva Connections: New News feature in Microsoft Teams [MC1020218]

The new Feed experience in Viva Connections in Teams for iOS/Android:

Microsoft Viva Connections: New News feature in Microsoft Teams [MC1020218]

The Copilot-powered summary experience available only in Teams for Windows desktop for Microsoft 365 Copilot licensed users:

Microsoft Viva Connections: New News feature in Microsoft Teams [MC1020218]

[What you need to do to prepare:]

This rollout will happen automatically by the specified date with no admin action required before the rollout. You may want to notify your users about this change and update any relevant documentation.

Source: Microsoft

1 Comment

Mike Rosoft

2 March 2025, 6:18 pm

The upcoming update to Microsoft Viva Connections is set to bring some exciting changes for both admins and users alike! With the introduction of the new SharePoint News experience in Teams, users can expect a fresh and streamlined way to stay informed about the latest happenings within their organization. This new feature will not only enhance the visual appeal of the news feed but also improve user engagement by providing personalized content based on the sites they follow and their interactions with colleagues.

For admins, this update simplifies content management as users will be able to access their news without leaving Teams. With boosted news and prioritized feeds from organizational news sites, admins can rest assured that important updates are front and center for their teams. Plus, the automatic rollout means less hassle for IT departments—no additional action is required, which is always a win in the busy world of administration!

The addition of the Microsoft 365 Copilot-powered summary feature also adds a touch of magic for licensed users. Imagine being able to quickly digest the top news items with just a click—it’s like having your very own news concierge!

Overall, the impact of these changes is likely to be significant, fostering better communication and collaboration within teams. It’s an exciting time to embrace these updates, and I encourage everyone to share their thoughts! How do you think these changes will affect your daily workflow? Let’s hear your opinions and experiences in the comments below!

For more insights, don’t forget to check out additional posts on https://mwpro.co.uk. Happy commenting!

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