The EU begins investigating whether Microsoft's OpenAI investment is reviewable under its rules, and asks for feedback on generative AI and virtual worlds (Samuel Stolton/Bloomberg)

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The EU begins investigating whether Microsoft’s OpenAI investment is reviewable under its rules, and asks for feedback on generative AI and virtual worlds  —  – EU watchdog follows UK regulator in weighing a probe  — Move comes after furore over firing and rehiring of Sam Altman