> OpenAI and Microsoft have signed a non-binding memorandum of understanding (MOU) for the next phase of our partnership. We are actively working to finalize contractual terms in a definitive agreement. Together, we remain focused on delivering the best AI tools for everyone, grounded in our shared commitment to safety.
Was not there something in the hacker news guidelines about avoiding “announcements of future announcements” in the past? I don’t see it now
patapong · 4h ago
The most interesting thing about this statement is probably the fact that they felt it was neccesary to make such a statement.
digdugdirk · 3h ago
Right? Very much a vibe of, "Your mother and I wanted to let you know that we'll be talking about our relationship soon. But we want you to know that we'll always love you."
I don't know what that means, but also was that ever a concern I should have had before?
pwarner · 19m ago
Is someone else launching something next week?
freehorse · 2h ago
I was expecting they would announce reaching agi :(
SilverElfin · 1h ago
What’s the point of making the statement? Avoiding legal or regulatory consequences for anti competitiveness or for the exploitation of tax free growth as a nonprofit?
Is this some kind of investor-pressured reaction to the supposed Oracle deal? Not sure the exact nature of things but would think some ppl were getting some calls yesterday.
happa · 4h ago
Who caved?
zb3 · 3h ago
TLDR?
maxbond · 3h ago
Microsoft has tentatively agreed to invest $100B+ into OpenAI's corporate arm. There is not yet a firm, binding agreement. OpenAI says it will remain a nonprofit + public benefit corporation and describes itself as a "philanthropic organization." They're soliciting applications for a $50M pool of grants for things like AI education and "community innovation."
> OpenAI and Microsoft have signed a non-binding memorandum of understanding (MOU) for the next phase of our partnership. We are actively working to finalize contractual terms in a definitive agreement. Together, we remain focused on delivering the best AI tools for everyone, grounded in our shared commitment to safety.
I don't know what that means, but also was that ever a concern I should have had before?
OpenAI Takes Big Steps Toward Its Long-Planned Reorganization
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/09/11/technology/openai-microso...
(https://archive.is/mLGVY https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45216376)