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Microsoft's AI Models: Desperate Jabs at OpenAI While Still in Bed With Them

Everyone figured Microsoft would forever mooch off OpenAI's tech. These new models? A cheeky side hustle that changes zilch.

Sarah Chen 📅 Apr 02, 2026 ⏱️ 3 min read 👁️ 5 views

⚡ Key Takeaways

Microsoft launches three multimodal AI models: speech-to-text, voice gen, and video.
Cheaper than rivals, but benchmarks lacking; still deeply tied to OpenAI.
Strategic move mirrors past bundling tactics, prepping for independence.

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Originally reported by TechCrunch - AI