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Microsoft secures 27% OpenAI stake as restructure enables full for-profit future 

The AI developer has completed a shift to a public benefit corporation, giving Microsoft long-term access to its technology until 2032. The non-profit retains control and plans to fund health research and work on AI safety using its equity stake.

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