In this engaging discussion, Satya Nadella, the CEO of Microsoft, shares insights from his remarkable journey leading the company through a pivotal transition to cloud computing and AI. He offers valuable advice for fellow CEOs and discusses Microsoft's significant investment in OpenAI. The conversation delves into the future of AI agents, CoPilot's impact on adoption, and the delicate balance between open and closed AI development. Nadella also explores the strategic challenges of scaling AI technologies and the implications for business transformation.

But as C.E.O. of the resurgent Microsoft, he is firmly at the center of the A.I. revolution. We speak with him about the perils and blessings of A.I., Google vs. Bing, the Microsoft succession plan — and why his favorite use of ChatGPT is translating poetry.

I’m coming to you from Microsoft’s campus in Redmond, where just a few hours ago, Microsoft announced that the next version of the Bing search engine would be powered by OpenAI, the company that makes ChatGPT. There’s also a new version of the Edge web browser with OpenAI chat tech in a window that can help you browse and understand web pages. The in-depth presentation showed how OpenAI running in Bing and Edge could radically increase your productivity. They demo’d it making a travel itinerary, posting to LinkedIn, and rewriting code to work in a different programming language.After the presentation, I was able to get some time with Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella. Nadella has been very bullish on AI. He’s previously talked about AI as the next major computing platform. I wanted to talk about this next step in AI, the partnership with OpenAI, and why he thought now was the best time to go after Google search.This is a short interview, but it’s a good one. Okay, Satya Nadella, CEO of Microsoft. Here we go.Watch this interview as a videoMicrosoft announces new Bing and Edge browser powered by upgraded ChatGPT AIAll the news from Microsoft’s February AI eventTranscript:https://www.theverge.com/e/23354035Credits:Decoder is a production of The Verge and part of the Vox Media Podcast Network.Today's episode was produced by Creighton DeSimone, Jackie McDermott, Vjeran Pavic and Becca Farsace and it was edited by Callie Wright.The Decoder music is by Breakmaster Cylinder. Our Editorial Director is Brooke Minters and our Executive Director is Eleanor Donovan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Explore fascinating insights on AI, chip shortage, empathy, and effective leadership from Microsoft CEO. Delve into transformative potential of AI across sectors, the significance of empathy in innovation, and the intersection of AI and quantum computing. Discover the speaker's unique life framework and poetry appreciation, and how maximizing current opportunities leads to future success.

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella discusses the OpenAI CEO transition, Microsoft's partnership with OpenAI, and their ongoing work and collaborations. They emphasize the importance of being consulted on major decisions and highlight Microsoft's commitment to customers, innovation, and safety in AI.

They're paid a fortune — but for what, exactly? What makes a good C.E.O. — and how can you even tell? Is "leadership science" a real thing — or just airport-bookstore mumbo jumbo? We put these questions to Mark Zuckerberg, Richard Branson, Indra Nooyi, Satya Nadella, Jack Welch, Ray Dalio, Carol Bartz, David Rubenstein, and Ellen Pao. (Part 1 of a special series, "The Secret Life of C.E.O.'s.")

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella discusses the OpenAI debacle, Microsoft's partnership with OpenAI, and the impact of the CEO transition. They also explore the use of virtual and mixed reality technologies in the workplace and the split in perspectives on AI technology. The podcast concludes with a brief discussion on the India-Australia cricket match and podcast credits.

Satya Nadella, Microsoft CEO, discusses the impact of AI in various fields including knowledge work, frontline work, and science. Also explores the potential of general-purpose technologies and the application of AI in learning difficult concepts. Reflects on leadership in a changing business landscape and the transition to an intelligent economy.

Sam Altman and Satya Nadella discuss their vision for AI at the World Economic Forum in Davos. They address concerns about AI's impact on productivity and potential existential risks. They also explore the potential of AI in healthcare and education and discuss the seriousness and regulation of AGI. The importance of open source models and recommendations from The Economist are highlighted.

OpenAI and Microsoft leaders discuss their vision for AI and its impact on society at the World Economic Forum. They address concerns around job displacement, the need for regulation, and the significance of open source models. The partnership between OpenAI and Microsoft is highlighted, with billions of dollars invested. The podcast concludes by promoting other Economist content on AI.