tech
April 14, 2026
OpenAI rips Anthropic, distances itself from Microsoft
OpenAI is tightening its ties with Amazon, saying its early investor and partner Microsoft was holding it back.

TL;DR
- OpenAI is increasing its reliance on Amazon Web Services (AWS) for enterprise clients.
- The partnership with AWS is reportedly generating significant demand.
- OpenAI's revenue chief cited friction with Microsoft, suggesting it limited their ability to serve enterprises.
- Microsoft, an early investor, has begun to view OpenAI as a competitor.
- OpenAI's revenue chief criticized Anthropic for its narrative and financial reporting.
- Amazon recently announced a substantial investment in OpenAI and a distribution deal for its new platform.
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