OpenAI-Microsoft Rift Deepens Over AI Power Struggle

OpenAI and Microsoft are clashing over AI dominance, IP rights, and Windsurf. Here’s what this power shift means for the future of artificial intellig
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OpenAI-Microsoft Rift Deepens Over AI Power Struggle
The Cracks in the OpenAI Microsoft Relationship Are Growing The OpenAI Microsoft relationship is reportedly becoming increasingly strained, marking a significant shift in one of tech’s most influential alliances. While Microsoft once served as OpenAI’s biggest backer—injecting billions of dollars and critical infrastructure—new reports suggest that tensions have emerged over control, intellectual property rights, and strategic direction. According to The Wall Street Journal , OpenAI executives have privately discussed accusing Microsoft of anticompetitive behavior and even considered seeking federal review of their binding contracts. These revelations indicate a brewing conflict with serious implications for the broader AI industry.                          Image Credits:Justin Sullivan / Getty Images At the core of this standoff is a fundamental power struggle: OpenAI wants more autonomy over its products, research, and commercial roadmap, while Microsoft is keen on protecting its multi-…