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Satya Nadella Calls for a Shake-Up in AI’s Closed, Expensive Model

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First reported by Calcalist · Jun 22, 2026

What happened

Satya Nadella has publicly challenged the AI industry’s closed, high-cost model and urged a strategic shift. Microsoft is backing that stance by pushing cheaper AI options, exploring DeepSeek, and giving customers more model choice. The move comes as Copilot faces competitive pressure and as regulators scrutinize AI concentration.

  • 01Nadella urged a break from closed, expensive frontier-model dominance.
  • 02Microsoft launched Copilot Cowork to let users choose cheaper models.
  • 03The company is considering DeepSeek integration despite U.S. accusations against it.
  • 04Copilot lost ground in 2025, with users shifting toward Google’s Gemini.
  • 05Nadella said AI should reorganize work, not just drive layoffs.

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The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.

YnetCenter · HebrewJun 22, 2026
Satya Nadella Calls for a Shake-Up in AI’s Closed, Expensive Model
Now 14Right · HebrewJun 22, 2026
Microsoft Pushes Back Against AI Power Concentration
CalcalistUnrated · HebrewJun 22, 2026
Microsoft CEO Pushes Back Against AI Concentration in a Few Hands

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