<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="true">OpenAI is phasing out its involvement with data-labeling startup Scale AI due to Scale's new ties to Meta.Scale provided only a small fraction of the data needed by OpenAI, and their relationship had been winding down over the past six to 12 months.Meta took a 49% stake in Scale and hired its founder, raising concerns about access to rival companies' AI development efforts.Scale announced a substantial expansion of its commercial relationship with Meta after receiving a significant investment.Scale remains committed to providing AI solutions independently and safeguarding customer data.Meta was considering a multibillion-dollar investment in Scale, marking a significant move for the company.OpenAI CEO accused Meta of making large offers to poach OpenAI workers in the AI race.