Microsoft shifts to in-house AI models to reduce costs amid rising expenses

Jul 7, 2026

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Microsoft is reportedly reducing its reliance on third-party AI models from OpenAI and Anthropic by implementing its own in-house models for applications like Excel and Word. This move aligns with a broader trend among tech companies to cut costs in response to rising AI service expenses.

Microsoft is deploying its own MAI models for user prompts in Excel and Word, reducing reliance on OpenAI and Anthropic.
The company announced seven new MAI models at its Build conference last month, including a coder and a text-to-image generator.
Other tech companies, such as Amazon, Uber, Meta, and Accenture, are also taking steps to curb spending amid rising AI costs.
Some companies are exploring Chinese AI models for more affordable solutions, despite security concerns.

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Microsoft shifts to in-house AI models to reduce costs amid rising expenses

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