Ayodeji Ayenuwa
In a recent development, Microsoft has enlisted former OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, and co-founder Greg Brockman, along with their colleagues, to lead an AI research team.
The announcement comes in the wake of Altman’s abrupt departure from OpenAI following a board review that raised concerns about his consistency in communications.
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella conveyed his excitement about the collaboration, affirming the company’s steadfast commitment to the partnership with OpenAI.
“We remain committed to our partnership with OpenAI and have confidence in our product roadmap,” Nadella stated. Despite the recent controversies, Nadella expressed eagerness to provide the new team with the necessary resources for success.
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“We’re extremely excited to share the news that Sam Altman and Greg Brockman, together with colleagues, will be joining Microsoft to lead a new advanced AI research team… We’ve learned a lot over the years about how to give founders and innovators space to build independent identities and cultures within Microsoft, including GitHub, Mojang Studios, and LinkedIn, and I’m looking forward to having you do the same,” stated Nadella.
Microsoft’s significant investment in OpenAI, rumored to be around $10 billion, remains intact. The exclusive partnership positions Microsoft as the primary cloud provider for OpenAI, supporting various workloads across products, API services, and research.
Altman and Brockman’s recruitment into Microsoft’s AI research team holds strategic importance, given their instrumental roles in OpenAI’s success.
Microsoft’s move aligns with recent developments in custom AI chips designed to train large language models, reducing reliance on Nvidia.
The swift sequence of events, from Altman’s departure to the formation of Microsoft’s new AI research team, highlights the dynamic and competitive nature of the AI industry.
Microsoft’s unwavering commitment to innovation and collaboration with key players like OpenAI is evident in these strategic hiring decisions.
Techrectory with Agency Report.
