Microsoft has decided to give up its observer seat on the OpenAI board of directors, as it no longer sees the need for this role. It is reported by AXIOS.
According to Microsoft, it has seen "significant progress" over the past eight months and is confident in the direction of OpenAI's development.
"As you know, we accepted the non-voting board observer role at a time when OpenAI was in the process of rebuilding its board," the company reminded. "This position provided insights into the board's activities without compromising its independence, and we appreciated the opportunity to serve as an observer during this period of change."
The update at OpenAI occurred when Sam Altman returned to the company's CEO position after a short layoff. Microsoft claimed to be an observer after those events.
Apple was also expected to serve as an observer on the OpenAI board of directors. However, according to an informed source, the AI giant no longer plans to have any observers on its board.
"We're grateful to Microsoft for voicing confidence in the Board and the direction of the company, and we look forward to continuing our successful partnership," noted at OpenAI.