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The tech giants step back from advisory roles as global scrutiny over AI partnerships intensifies.
- Microsoft relinquished its non-voting observer seat on OpenAI's board, citing significant progress by the new board.
- Apple, which was expected to take a similar observer role, has also decided not to join the board.
- The decisions come as regulators in the US, UK, and EU increase scrutiny of Big Tech's influence over AI startups.
- OpenAI will now engage with strategic partners through regular stakeholder meetings instead of board representation.
- The move aims to address antitrust concerns and ensure independent governance of OpenAI.
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