Microsoft Steps Back as OpenAI Takes Control of CoreWeave Agreement

    Microsoft's decision to pass on the $12 billion CoreWeave agreement and allow OpenAI to take the reins has sparked significant discussion in the tech world. This move, while surprising to some, reflects a strategic shift in how Microsoft is managing its AI investments and partnerships.

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    Microsoft Steps Back as OpenAI Takes Control of CoreWeave Agreement

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