Microsoft Defender XDR is evolving fast - new features, new capabilities, and new ways to detect and respond to threats. But what actually matters?

In this session, Defender Boys cut through, and highlight the most relevant updates across Defender XDR, focusing on what brings real value to your security operations. We’ll walk through key improvements, new capabilities, and how they impact detection, investigation, and response in practice and if you have to make any changes to enable new capabilities.

You’ll get a clear overview of what’s changed, what you should care about, and how to start using these updates effectively in your environment.

Expect practical insights, honest perspectives, and a curated look at what’s worth your attention - so you can stay current without getting overwhelmed.

You will learn:

• The latest from Defender Boys with expert insights
• Get practical guidance on how to adopt and operationalize new features in your environment without adding unnecessary complexity
• Which capabilities are enabled by default and which ones requires you to change a setting