Microsoft and Apple Withdraw from OpenAI Board Amid Regulatory Pressure

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.