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OpenAI chose Microsoft due to our deep learning research and ongoing commitment to AI along with the company's open policy to research, Azure's support for open source technologies and it's unique combination of high performance computing, big data and intelligence capabilities such as Azure Batch, Azure Machine Learning and the Microsoft Cognitive Toolkit (formerly CNTK). To further support developers in building intelligent applications, we're announcing the general availability of high performance compute offerings, Azure N-Series Virtual Machines, the preview of Azure Bot Service, and the general availability of Azure Functions.
