Elon Musk has escalated his feud with Microsoft, calling for a boycott and accusing the tech giant of monopolizing AI and stifling innovation. His frustration stems from Microsoft’s deep ties with OpenAI, which Musk co-founded but later distanced himself from, claiming it prioritizes profit over transparency.Musk’s remarks have sparked debate—supporters argue Microsoft holds too much power,
while critics call Musk hypocritical given Tesla and SpaceX’s dominance. Microsoft has remained largely silent, while Bill Gates has not responded directly.At its core, the Musk-Gates rivalry reflects a clash of philosophies: decentralization vs. corporate control. Whether Musk’s boycott will impact AI’s future remains to be seen, but this battle of billionaires is far from over.