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Microsoft Copilot Discord Blocks 'Microslop,' Locks Channels, Then Reopens Posting

The episode underscores the risks of strict keyword moderation in brand‑run communities.

Overview

  • Windows Latest reported that the official Copilot Discord used a server-side keyword filter to block messages containing the term “Microslop.”
  • Users quickly bypassed the filter with variants such as “Microsl0p,” prompting escalation inside the server.
  • Moderators restricted access by hiding message history and disabling posting for many users, with some accounts blocked from messaging after using the term.
  • PC Gamer later visited the server and said free posting appeared to be restored following the lockdown.
  • The clash fueled broader user backlash and memes targeting Microsoft’s Copilot and AI strategy, highlighting tensions around moderation in official product channels.