The software giant’s investment allows it to use OpenAI’s intellectual property, but the size of its stake in the company remains an issue. The source also acknowledged that Microsoft wants to avoid losing access to the firm’s technology before the current deal expires in 2030.

Microsoft Corp. is in advanced talks to land a deal that could give it ongoing access to critical OpenAI technology, an agreement that would remove a major obstacle to the startup’s efforts to become a for-profit enterprise.

Microsoft (MSFT) is in advanced discussions to sign a deal that could give it ongoing access to vital OpenAI technology.