2024-10-03 05:40:08
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OpenAI Secures Historic Funding Round

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OpenAI has successfully raised $6.6 billion in a funding round that elevates its valuation to $157 billion. Key investors such as Microsoft, Nvidia, and SoftBank contributed significantly to this milestone.

The funding aims to bolster AI research, enhance computing capabilities, and develop innovative solutions for complex challenges. This strategic move appears to be designed to maintain a competitive edge against rivals like Anthropic and xAI.

Amid these developments, CEO Sam Altman anticipates revenues of $3.6 billion this year, with projections tripling for the next. Additionally, the recent departure of Chief Technology Officer Mira Murati and restructuring plans highlight a transformative phase for the organization.

Big Tech - South China Morning Post
3. Oktober 2024 um 02:45

Historic funding round values OpenAI at US$157 billion

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OpenAI, founded 2015 and led by Sam Altman, raised $6.6B, valuing it at $157B. Investors include Thrive Capital, SoftBank, Microsoft, Nvidia, Tiger Global, and MGX (UAE). Funds will advance AI research, increase computing, and develop tools for solving complex problems. Apple, which uses OpenAI models in generative AI, withdrew.
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3. Oktober 2024 um 04:39

OpenAI raises $6.6 bln, with Microsoft, Nvidia among investors

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OpenAI, maker of ChatGPT, raised $6.6 billion, valuing it at $157 billion; investors included Microsoft, Nvidia, and SoftBank; the fundraising may have included steps to protect its advantage over rivals like Anthropic and xAI; Chief Technology Officer Mira Murati recently departed; CEO Sam Altman projects revenues of $3.6 billion this year, and then about three times that amount next year; the fundraising comes amid restructuring efforts, and Altman is expected to gain a big slice of equity in..
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