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In a recent exchange with Elon Musk, Nadella underlined that Microsoft's investment in AI is not about hype, but about building practical solutions for the real world. This statement can be interpreted as a subtle critique of Altman and the Stargate project.
Despite the controversy surrounding its funding and Microsoft's non-participation, the Stargate project has succeeded in generating significant buzz. The project's unveiling at the White House has even prompted Facebook's Mark Zuckerberg to highlight his own company's ambitious data center plans.
As AI technology continues to evolve, Big Tech companies are investing heavily to stay ahead of the curve. The Stargate project, despite its challenges, is a clear indicator of the importance of AI in the tech industry's future. It remains to be seen whether OpenAI will be able to secure the necessary funding to lessen its dependence on Microsoft.
Ultimately, this all points to the theme that is quickly coming to define 2025: Big Tech sees AI as the most existential technology of the coming era and will keep spending like hell to make sure OpenAI doesn’t completely run away with it.