Microsoft Replaces OpenAI, Anthropic With Own AI in Some Apps (2 minute read)
Summary
Microsoft is replacing OpenAI and Anthropic's models with its own in apps like Excel and Outlook, indicating progress in building competitive AI at lower cost.
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