Microsoft Partners with Harvard to Bolster AI Health Offerings with Verified Medical Content

Microsoft is expanding its AI strategy beyond OpenAI through a new licensing deal with Harvard University. The agreement grants Microsoft access to Harvard Health Publishing's extensive repository of medically verified consumer health content, covering diseases, wellness, and preventive care. Financial terms remain undisclosed.

The partnership addresses growing scrutiny over AI-generated medical misinformation by integrating Harvard's evidence-based materials into Microsoft's Copilot assistant. An upgraded version, expected this month, will deliver authoritative health responses across Microsoft's software ecosystem.

Harvard's content gains global distribution through Microsoft's platforms, while the tech giant strengthens its position in healthcare AI. This MOVE contrasts with competitors facing criticism for unverified medical outputs, positioning Microsoft as a provider of trustworthy AI health information.