OpenAI and Microsoft rewrite their deal: no more exclusivity, no more AGI clause

THE DECODER / 4/27/2026

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OpenAI and Microsoft have rewritten their partnership agreement, removing exclusivity so OpenAI can distribute its products across any cloud provider.
Microsoft is no longer holding an exclusive license to OpenAI’s technology under the updated deal terms.
The previously controversial AGI-related clause has been removed from the contract.
The changes substantially shift control over distribution and licensing, likely affecting how customers access OpenAI capabilities and how competitors may participate.

OpenAI is free to distribute its products through any cloud provider, Microsoft loses its exclusive license to OpenAI's technology, and the controversial AGI clause is gone.

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