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Microsoft trains sales team to downplay rival AI models
Microsoft is reportedly coaching its salespeople to position its own AI models as more efficient and cost-effective than those from OpenAI and Anthropic. The strategy aims to steer customers away from competitors' offerings. This reflects Microsoft's push to dominate the enterprise AI market.
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The move underscores Microsoft's dual role as both investor in and competitor to OpenAI, raising questions about its commitment to neutrality.
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