The new Outlook for Windows will support storing S/MIME certificates directly in Contacts, enabling encrypted emails and seamless transition from classic Outlook. Rollout starts late May 2026 worldwide, mid-June for GCC. No admin action needed; users should add certificates and update documentation accordingly.
Applies to: Exchange Online · Microsoft 365 apps
Source: mc.merill.net — data via Merill Fernando's open archive (MIT).