After Elon Musk remarked that “OpenAI is going to eat Microsoft alive” following the launch of GPT-5, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella responded with an optimistic note highlighting learning, innovation, and collaboration.

The exchange quickly went viral, with many users online applauding Nadella's composed demeanour and leadership style, and celebrating his Indian heritage as a source of pride.

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has responded to his Tesla counterpart Elon Musk, who issued a sharp warning, saying OpenAI could “eat” his company alive, just as the Sam Altman-led tech giant rolled out GPT-5 across its platforms.