Microsoft chief says ‘no OpenAI’ without tech giant’s involvement

Satya Nadella reveals Microsoft, OpenAI's biggest investor, was not consulted about Sam Altman's dismissal as fallout continues

The boss of Microsoft has said there is no OpenAI" without his company's involvement, as he revealed the American tech behemoth was not consulted about the sacking of Sam Altman.

Satya Nadella said Microsoft, OpenAI's biggest investor, was not contacted by OpenAI board members before they sacked Altman as chief executive on Friday.