Microsoft launched a new family of seven in-house artificial intelligence models branded MAI. The suite includes the MAI-Thinking-1 reasoning model alongside tools for coding, image generation, and transcription.
This internal development aims to reduce Microsoft's reliance on OpenAI. The company previously invested over $13 billion into the partner firm.
Microsoft trained the MAI models from scratch using licensed data. This approach provides greater control over the development roadmap and operational costs.
The initiative addresses enterprise demands for improved data provenance and security. Microsoft currently offers the models to select customers in private preview.