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Microsoft's Copilot Cowork moves to usage-based billing and may tap DeepSeek

Microsoft is considering a fine-tuned version of DeepSeek V4 as a cheaper model for Copilot Cowork and switching to usage-based billing, as flat-rate pricing is unsustainable, according to Copilot head Charles Lamanna.

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Microsoft is weighing a fine-tuned version of Deepseek V4 as a cheaper model option for Copilot Cowork. The company is also switching to usage-based billing, since Copilot head Charles Lamanna says flat-rate pricing isn't sustainable. The move fits a broader pattern in the industry.

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