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Privately, Microsoft officials have hinted that if negotiations stall, they might simply let the current agreement lapse and block OpenAI’s restructuring efforts, thereby maintaining control. Conversely, OpenAI possesses leverage: its rapidly expanding revenue, broader cloud alliances, and the potential to declare AGI achievement before 2030 could alter the balance.
The Irony of Creation
The most striking irony in this saga is that Microsoft’s early investments—initially seen as a strategic play—have inadvertently helped OpenAI create a "monster." This monster—powered by innovative AI models—has grown beyond Microsoft's reach and is now challenging its very core business.