‘I’m good for my $80 billion’: What Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella really meant by his Stargate zinger
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella had the quote of the week in response to a question from CNBC's Andrew Ross Sorkin about Elon Musk questioning the ability of the new Stargate Project's financial backers to invest up to $500 billion in AI infrastructure.
Microsoft’s Satya Nadella Swipes At ‘Stargate’ AI Venture Alongside Musk—Despite OpenAI Backing
Two of the most powerful tech leaders in the world, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella and Tesla CEO Elon Musk, are not exactly fans of the $500 billion Stargate AI initiative announced by Trump this week.
Podcast: Stargate, OpenAI and Microsoft; BlueSky in Seattle; and Madrona’s big new funds
This week on the GeekWire Podcast, we delve into the Stargate Project announcement by OpenAI, Oracle and Softbank, in conjunction with President Trump, and assess the implications for OpenAI's relationship with Microsoft.
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Satya Nadella Takes a Jab at Trump’s Stargate AI Megaproject Amid Controversy
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has added his voice to the skepticism surrounding Stargate, a massive new AI initiative unveiled by former President Donald Trump. Despite Microsoft’s deep ties to OpenAI,

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Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella on $500B Stargate project: Our partnership with OpenAI continues
Microsoft and OpenAI tweak the terms of their cloud deal, enabling $500B Stargate AI project
Microsoft will no longer be the exclusive provider of new cloud computing capacity to OpenAI — a new twist in their relationship that clears the way for OpenAI to work with Oracle and others on the $500 billion Stargate AI project announced by the companies Tuesday with President Trump at the White House.
OpenAI’s Stargate Deal Heralds Shift Away From Microsoft
Microsoft CEO Nadella forms new AI group to build and run apps for customers
Microsoft is forming a new group focused on developing AI apps and providing tools for third-party customers, the company announced Monday.
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Satya Nadella Almost Closed Microsoft’s Gaming Business In 2021, Before Entering The Acquisition Business
The Information claims that Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella was forced to make a decision in the middle of the pandemic regarding their gaming business. In 2021, the company was already pushing their Game Pass subscription business, but Satya was seriously considering closing their gaming business in general.
Microsoft considered shutting down Xbox before major game developer acquisitions
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella could have shut down the Xbox division in 2021, but instead, he chose to double down by acquiring two of the most
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Satya Nadella says he’s ’good for $80 billion’ after Elon Musk claims Stargate Project doesn’t have the cash
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella says he’s “good for” his $80 billion AI investment package. © 2024 Fortune Media IP Limited. All Rights Reserved. Use of this site ...
"Satya Definitely Does Have Money," Says Elon Musk, Nadella Responds
OpenAI CEO Salm Altman dismissed Musk's claims and instead offered him to visit the first site, which is already under way. He said, "This is great for the country. I realize what is great for the country isn't always what's optimal for your companies, but in your new role I hope you'll mostly put us first."
Amid a flurry of hype, Microsoft reorganizes entire dev team around AI
Most observers believe some kind of widespread application of agentic AI is likely, but Nadella's grandiose vision of completely transforming software development, and by extension the entire industry, with this reorganization suggests he's one of the most bullish voices on agentic AI, to say the least.
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Satya Nadella Criticizes Stargate AI Venture Despite Microsoft’s Ties To OpenAI
SEATTLE, WA – Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella joined Elon Musk in publicly questioning the viability of the Stargate artificial intelligence megaproject unveiled earlier this week by President ...