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Currently, Microsoft 365 Co-pilot utilizes OpenAI’s GPT-4, but reports indicate that maai is being considered as a substitute. If this shift occurs, it would signal a dramatic departure from heavy reliance on OpenAI, effectively marking Microsoft’s stride toward AI independence.
Despite Microsoft's prowess and resources, OpenAI maintains significant brand recognition as the company behind ChatGPT. This remains a potential hurdle for Microsoft, as consumer perception and legacy influence AI adoption. Furthermore, OpenAI is also developing GPT-5, which, if successful, could reclaim the competitive edge over Microsoft’s emerging models.