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February 27, 2026

Joint Statement from OpenAI and Microsoft

OpenAI confirmed that its partnership with Microsoft remains central. Both companies continue working together across research, engineering, and product development to build AI systems and deliver advanced tools through Microsoft Azure.

OpenAI announced that its long-standing partnership with Microsoft will continue as a core part of its AI strategy. The two companies plan to keep collaborating across research, engineering, and product development to build advanced AI systems and deliver them through Microsoft’s cloud platform, Azure.

Microsoft retains exclusive licensing access to OpenAI’s models and intellectual property for its products and services. At the same time, the partnership structure allows OpenAI to pursue additional collaborations with other companies while maintaining deep integration with Microsoft’s technology ecosystem.

Both organizations say they remain committed to developing powerful AI tools responsibly and ensuring that the benefits of AI reach businesses and individuals worldwide.

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