OpenAI’s Altman Says Microsoft Talks Showing ‘Positive Progress’

OpenAI Chief Executive Officer Sam Altman said discussions with strategic partner Microsoft are making "positive progress," indicating that the artificial-intelligence company is moving closer to a deeper collaboration or possible new funding arrangement. Altman added that he expects a "significant acceleration" in OpenAI’s business growth, underscoring rising demand for generative-AI services and the importance of Microsoft’s support as a key investor and cloud provider.