This change from Microsoft is at least surprising if we consider that the Redmond company has invested. 13 billion dollars Permission granted as part of a long-term partnership with OpenAI. Integrating OpenAI models into Microsoft products For both businesses and consumers. Also, Microsoft has become Exclusive cloud services provider for OpenAI.

OpenAI’s position as a competitor also extends to the Internet search sector, featuring new Search GPT Feature of OpenAI. This classification May be affected by antitrust investigations.As is being investigated by the FTC regarding Microsoft’s relationship with OpenAI, as well as its investments in other AI startups. In an effort to distance itself, Microsoft resigned from its observer position on the OpenAI board, a position it held after its brief demise. Sam Altman As CEO of OpenAI late last year.

The report submitted to the SEC reflects caution on Microsoft’s part, also noting that It is not unusual for some companies to be partners and rivals in Silicon Valley.. There is a connection between a historical example Yahoo and GoogleThe two companies collaborated for a while before Google became the undisputed leader in search engines.

Microsoft seems to be taking steps to diversify its investments in AI. In March, the company hired Mustafa Suleiman And Karen Simonianco-founder of the startup Inflection AIto lead a new division called Microsoft AI. This strategy points to the tech giant’s intent. Build an artificial intelligence ecosystem that doesn’t just rely on OpenAI.With projects like Microsoft Copilot and other AI initiatives.