Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, confirmed that he had a conversation with Microsoft's Satya Nadella regarding the future partnership between the two companies. The discussions focus on cooperation terms and possible changes in Microsoft's stake in OpenAI.
Partnership Negotiations
Altman disclosed his talk with Nadella in a New York Times podcast, noting that while there are 'points of tension' in the alliance, the collaboration yields positive results for both companies.
Points of Tension in the Alliance
The main difficulties in negotiations revolve around how much equity Microsoft could hold if OpenAI decides to become a for-profit entity. Differences regarding OpenAI's right to raise new capital could impact Microsoft's stake.
Future Collaboration
Despite existing disagreements, both companies are committed to honoring their current agreements through 2030, including the use of Microsoft’s cloud services. Future discussions are expected to increase the chances of maintaining a long-term partnership.
The collaboration between OpenAI and Microsoft remains a significant aspect of technology, but the upcoming months may prove crucial for the further development of their relationship.
