<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="true"><li>OpenAI's $200 million deal with the U.S. Department of Defense raises questions about its relationship with Microsoft.</li><li>Reports suggest growing tensions between OpenAI and Microsoft as they compete for enterprise deals.</li><li>TechCrunch's Equity podcast discusses the OpenAI/DoD deal and the tech industry's ties with the military.</li><li>Industry leaders are concerned about an AI 'arms race' in Silicon Valley.</li><li>TechCrunch's Equity podcast also covers Vice President JD Vance joining Bluesky and Wix acquiring a 'vibe coding' startup for $80 million.</li><li>The podcast features a panel on technical talent in the age of AI.</li><li>Equity, TechCrunch's flagship podcast, airs every Wednesday and Friday.</li><li>Listeners can subscribe on platforms like Apple Podcasts, Overcast, and Spotify, and follow Equity on social media.</li></ul>

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