We recently compiled a list of the Top 14 AI Stocks on Wall Street: News and Analyst Ratings. In this article, we are going to take a look at where Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT) stands against the other AI stocks.
In an update on the bid by an Elon Musk-led consortium to buy the non-profit that controls OpenAI, Musk’s lawyers have reportedly stated in a court filing that they will withdraw the $97.4 billion bid if the AI startup drops its plans to become a for-profit entity.
Musk is trying hard to keep OpenAI from becoming a for-profit entity, even filing a case against Altman in August. Musk co-founded the artificial intelligence startup with Sam Altman but left the company in 2018 after a disagreement with Altman and other cofounders over OpenAI’s direction and funding.
The filing noted that Musk will withdraw the bid if the OpenAI board is “prepared to preserve the charity’s mission and stipulate to take the ‘for sale’ sign off its assets by halting its conversion. “
Otherwise, “the charity must be compensated by what an arms-length buyer will pay for its assets.”
-The filing in U.S. District Court, Northern District of California, said, as reported by Reuters.
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In its filing with the same court on Wednesday, OpenAI said that Musk’s bid to buy OpenAI contradicts the arguments he is making in court that the startup’s assets cannot be transferred for private gain. It seems to be “an improper bid to undermine a competitor.” Even though Musk seemingly wants OpenAI to retain its non-profit structure, OpenAI noted that in his bid, he wants OpenAI to be sold to himself.
“In this Court, Musk argues that OpenAI, Inc.’s assets cannot be ‘transferred away’ for ‘private gain. But out of court, those constraints evidently do not apply, so long as Musk and his allies are the buyers. Musk would have OpenAI, Inc. transfer all of its assets to him, for his economic benefit and that of his competing AI business and hand-picked private investors.”
-OpenAI said in a legal filing.
It is to be noted here that OpenAI is under no obligation to consider the bid.
“The independent Board’s sole fiduciary duty is to the mission of ensuring AGI benefits all of humanity. Respectfully, it is not up to a competitor to decide what is in the best interests of OpenAI’s mission.”
-Andrew Nussbaum, counsel to the OpenAI Board at Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz.
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Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT)
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Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT) provides AI-powered cloud, productivity, and business solutions, focusing on efficiency, security, and AI advancements. On February 13, WSP Global Inc., a leading engineering and science-based professional services firm, announced a multi-year, global strategic partnership with Microsoft Corporation to bring digital opportunities to the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry. The 7-year partnership involves a potential investment exceeding $1 billion. As part of the collaboration, Microsoft will be designated as the preferred partner for digital and AI transformation services, while it will be turning to WSP to be its preferred partner for engineering and science consultancy. Three key initiatives will be addressed under the collaboration, namely: leveraging WSP’s engineering data and knowledge, enhancing Microsoft’s ability to deliver mission-critical facilities such as data centers, and combining the expertise of both partners to deliver new digital solutions.
“As our customers accelerate their AI transformation efforts, the demand for advanced AI and digital capabilities continues to grow. With its leadership in engineering, advisory, and science- based services, WSP is uniquely positioned to help us scale the mission-critical facilities required to support our customers efficiently, effectively, and sustainably. By combining our world-class technologies and innovative solutions with WSP’s expertise, we will also co-develop comprehensive solutions to drive transformative business gains across the AEC industry.”
-Judson Althoff, Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer at Microsoft.
Overall MSFT ranks 2nd on our list of AI stocks that are trending on Wall Street. While we acknowledge the potential of MSFT as an investment, our conviction lies in the belief that some AI stocks hold greater promise for delivering higher returns and doing so within a shorter timeframe. If you are looking for an AI stock that is more promising than MSFT but that trades at less than 5 times its earnings, check out our report about the cheapest AI stock.
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