Microsoft prepared to walk away from high-stakes talks with OpenAI: report
1. Microsoft considers ending talks with OpenAI over stake disagreements. 2. High-stakes negotiations could affect Microsoft's multibillion-dollar alliance. 3. Failure to reach agreement may impact future innovations with AI. 4. CEO Nadella's relationship with OpenAI's Altman remains critical to negotiations. 5. Outcome may alter competitive position in the AI market.