Core Viewpoint - Microsoft is prepared to walk away from negotiations with OpenAI if key issues, such as equity distribution, are not resolved, indicating a strong negotiation strategy [2][3]. Group 1: Negotiation Dynamics - Microsoft is considering terminating complex negotiations with OpenAI if no agreement is reached on critical issues, including the share of equity Microsoft should hold in OpenAI's future structure [1][2]. - The ongoing negotiations have seen Microsoft seeking a stake ranging from 20% to 49% in OpenAI, in return for its investment exceeding $13 billion [5][6]. Group 2: Current Contractual Terms - Under the existing agreement from 2019, Microsoft has exclusive rights to sell OpenAI models and is entitled to 20% of revenues up to $92 billion [6]. - Microsoft is unwilling to concede on access to OpenAI technology or revenue sharing, emphasizing the importance of income generation over equity stakes [6]. Group 3: OpenAI's Urgency - OpenAI faces a critical deadline to secure Microsoft's approval for its transition to a profit-making entity by the end of the year, or risk losing significant investments, including a potential $10 billion reduction from SoftBank's $30 billion investment [8]. - If the transition is delayed or fails, investors have the right to reclaim part of their investments, highlighting the urgency for OpenAI [8].