Microsoft Corp. has announced the replacement of OpenAI's image-generating models with its proprietary MAI models across its products. This move is part of the company's ongoing efforts to enhance its technology offerings.
Mustafa Suleyman, a key figure in the development of these models, highlighted that the MAI models are approximately 85% cheaper to operate, particularly in applications like PowerPoint.
This cost efficiency could lead to broader adoption of advanced image generation capabilities within Microsoft's suite of tools, making them more accessible to users.