OpenAI has reached a valuation of $157 billion after a new round of funding
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OpenAI's valuation now exceeds $150 billion after a major funding round. Thrive Capital will lead the investment, one of the largest in the tech industry.
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It successfully raised more than $6.5 billion in a recent funding round, Bloomberg reported Wednesday.
of brand new Price surpasses OpenAI's previous price of $86 billion, by doing It is one of the few venture-backed private startups alongside SpaceX and ByteDance. Led by Thrive Capital, with participation from other global investors, the round positions OpenAI as a leading contender in the field of generative AI technology.
The AI startup, known for developing advanced AI models including the GPT series, has previously raised about $13.5 billion in 11 funding rounds. Recent investment It is used to support Its operations including computer power and other costs.
The financial boost comes as OpenAI faces major changes in its leadership and structure, including a series of top executive departures. Recently, Mira Murthy, a key figure in developing OpenAI's ChatGPT, announced her resignation after more than six years with the company.
The company is said to be considering restructuring its operations and transitioning from a non-profit model to a for-profit corporation. The change could facilitate huge investment opportunities. However, it raises questions about whether the company can fulfill its mission of developing safe and useful AI.
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