Reports suggest that the relationship between OpenAI and Microsoft may be at a critical juncture.

According to sources familiar with the matter, OpenAI executives have considered publicly accusing Microsoft of anti-competitive practices during their partnership. They are also contemplating whether to seek a federal regulatory review of their contract with Microsoft.

OpenAI is attempting to reduce Microsoft's control over its intellectual property and computing resources. However, the startup still requires approval from the tech giant to complete its transition to a profit-driven model.

The two companies have reached an impasse over OpenAI's proposed $3 billion acquisition of AI programming startup Windsurf. According to reports, OpenAI wants to prevent Microsoft from gaining access to Windsurf's intellectual property, as it could strengthen Microsoft's own AI programming tool, GitHub Copilot, offered through its cloud service provider.

While Microsoft was once a major driving force behind OpenAI's growth, the relationship between the two has become strained. In recent months, OpenAI has reportedly been working to decrease its reliance on Microsoft's cloud services.