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# OpenAI says GPT 5.6 is the ‘preferred model’ for Microsoft Copilot 365 amid breakup chatter

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**Published:** July 10, 2026  
**Original:** https://techcrunch.com/2026/07/09/openai-says-gpt-5-6-is-the-preferred-model-for-microsoft-copilot-amid-breakup-chatter/  

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## Overview

OpenAI's new family of models will continue to power Microsoft's suite of workplace and productivity apps.

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