OpenAI and Microsoft disagree on AI intelligence level
OpenAI and Microsoft, two giants in the AI world, are stuck on a big question: what exactly counts as "artificial general intelligence" (AGI)?
Their 2019 contract says OpenAI can cut off Microsoft's access to its tech once AGI is achieved—but both sides see AGI differently, and that's causing real tension.
Here's why
OpenAI's Sam Altman thinks AGI—machines that can outdo humans at most valuable jobs—is just around the corner. But Microsoft's Satya Nadella isn't convinced, calling those claims vague and unrealistic.
The contract also blocks Microsoft from building AGI alone, giving them exclusive rights to sell OpenAI tech through Azure until 2030.
Now, Microsoft wants to tweak this deal so it keeps access for longer.
Slowing down openai's plans and putting partnership on shaky ground
OpenAI is looking to go fully for-profit and raise serious cash, with Microsoft possibly owning up to 35%.
OpenAI also wants more freedom to license its AI outside of Microsoft's Azure cloud.
All these disagreements are slowing down OpenAI's plans—and putting their partnership on shaky ground.