Microsoft Pushes to Build Its Own Advanced AI Models, Signaling Reduced Reliance on OpenAI

Microsoft is moving to strengthen its independence in artificial intelligence by developing its own cutting-edge foundation models, a shift that could gradually reduce its reliance on long-time partner OpenAI. The strategy was confirmed by Mustafa Suleyman, head of Microsoft AI, who said the company must build frontier-level models using large-scale computing infrastructure and advanced training capabilities.