VS Code inserting 'Co-Authored-by Copilot' into commits regardless of usage

Microsoft VS Code changed its default settings to automatically insert 'Co-Authored-by Copilot' commit metadata whenever AI-assisted code is detected, shifting from opt-in to opt-out by default. This change raises compliance and auditability concerns for IT organizations, as it automatically modifies commit histories without explicit per-commit consent, potentially impacting code provenance tracking, licensing compliance, and regulatory requirements. Technology leaders should evaluate the implications for their development workflows and consider whether organizational policies need updates regarding AI-generated code attribution and commit integrity.