Microsoft has launched three new foundational AI models under its MAI group, capable of transcribing speech to text and generating audio and images. This move positions Microsoft to compete more directly with other major AI players in the multimodal space. The models were developed just six months after the formation of the MAI initiative.
Background
Foundation models are large-scale AI systems trained on broad data that can be adapted for various tasks, and competition among tech giants in this space has intensified recently. Microsoft has been expanding its AI capabilities through initiatives like OpenAI partnerships and internal projects.
- Source
- TechCrunch
- Published
- Apr 3, 2026 at 12:48 AM
- Score
- 7.0 / 10