FabCon 2025 in Las Vegas didn’t just bring updates—it delivered a vision for the future of data and AI that’s finally within reach for everyone. If there was one key takeaway from the event, it’s this: Data is no longer the exclusive domain of analysts and data scientists. With Fabric’s latest innovations, every employee in an organisation—regardless of their technical expertise—can now explore, analyse, and interact with data using natural language.
Let’s dive into the 8 biggest announcements from the event and why they matter.
1. Copilot & Fabric Data Agents Are Now for Everyone
The headliner of FabCon 2025 is the fact that Copilot and Fabric Data Agents are now available for all Fabric capacities. What does this mean? It means that businesses of all sizes can now enable natural language queries on their data in the cloud from any device. No complex SQL, no technical barriers—just ask, and the insights are there.
This is a game-changer. Every employee can now access and analyse data from any chosen system, breaking down silos and making decision-making faster and smarter. Read more
2. OneLake Security: The Guardrails for Your Unified Data Lake
With great data accessibility comes great responsibility. That’s why Microsoft introduced OneLake Security, a unified security framework that ensures data is accessible only to those who should see it. The beauty of this update? You define permissions once, and Fabric consistently enforces them across all platforms—Teams, Excel, Power BI, and beyond.
No more juggling permissions across different tools. No more security gaps. Just a single, streamlined way to secure your data. This feature enters preview in the coming months, and it’s a must-watch. Read more
3. AI Gets Smarter: Fabric Data Agents Meet Azure AI Foundry
If you thought AI in Fabric was already powerful, it just leveled up. Microsoft is integrating Fabric Data Agents with Azure AI Foundry, enabling AI-powered assistants that don’t just retrieve data—they understand it, learn from it, and even take action based on it.
This is a massive step toward autonomous AI agents that can make informed decisions in real time. Imagine AI that not only tells you what’s happening but suggests what to do next. The possibilities here are endless, from supply chain optimisation to customer experience enhancements. Read more
4. Smooth Migration from Azure Synapse Analytics to Fabric
For businesses using Azure Synapse Analytics, the transition to Fabric just got easier. Microsoft announced a Migration Assistant for Fabric Data Warehouse, making it seamless to move code and data while unlocking Fabric’s AI-driven analytics and unified data foundation.
For those who’ve been hesitant about making the leap to Fabric, this should remove a major barrier. The benefits—unified data, better performance, and AI-driven insights—make this an upgrade worth considering. Read more
5. Power BI Gets a Major Upgrade
Power BI continues to evolve, and one of the most exciting updates is the ability to restore previous versions of semantic models directly within the service.
Another great enhancement? The ability to create semantic models in Direct Lake storage mode from multiple Fabric artifacts in Power BI Desktop. This means better integration and performance, making it easier than ever to build powerful, real-time analytics solutions. Read more
6. Developers, Microsoft Hasn’t Forgotten You: Meet Fabric CLI
For the script developers out there, Microsoft just made life easier with the introduction of Fabric CLI—a command-line interface for managing and automating Fabric tasks. Whether you’re deploying solutions, managing permissions, or integrating workflows, this tool streamlines everything. If you love efficiency, you’ll love this. Read more
7. Fabric User Data Functions: Customise & Extend Your Data Processing
Microsoft has introduced Fabric User Data Functions, allowing users to define reusable, parameterised data functions across various Fabric workloads. This means businesses can create custom calculations and transformations that can be leveraged consistently, improving efficiency and reducing redundancy in data processing. This feature is now available in preview. Read more.
8. SQL Audit Logs for Fabric Data Warehouse: Enhanced Compliance & Monitoring
Security and compliance are top priorities for data-driven businesses, and Microsoft is addressing this with SQL Audit Logs for Fabric Data Warehouse. This feature enables businesses to track and monitor SQL activities, providing transparency and accountability for all data interactions. It’s a crucial tool for ensuring compliance and detecting potential security threats. Read more.
Final Thoughts: The Fabric Revolution Is Here
FabCon 2025 was more than just a showcase of new features—it was a declaration that data belongs to everyone. The accessibility of Copilot and Fabric Data Agents to all capacities signals a shift in how businesses operate. AI is no longer a luxury; it’s a necessity, and Fabric makes it usable, scalable, and intelligent.
At The Information Lab Ireland, we believe that technology like Microsoft Fabric is a catalyst for better decision-making—but success depends on how effectively businesses leverage it. Accurate, real-time data is the foundation of any successful strategy, and these innovations are making it easier than ever to put the right insights in the right hands.
If you’re ready to transform the way you use data, we’re here to help. Connect with our experts to see how we can help your businesses make better decisions with accurate data.
Dimpy, from the vibrant land of India, brings her passion for data and flair for visualisation. With previous experience at Deloitte and PwC India, she's ready to ignite remarkable growth and help individuals leverage the power of data. She is here to drive meaningful change and empower others through insightful data utilisation. 'Visualisation is the catalyst that transforms data into discovery, turning numbers into knowledge'.