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Sam Altman’s OpenAI Targets $150 Billion Valuation as ChatGPT Dominates AI Landscape

OpenAI eyes $150 billion as ChatGPT fuels its rise in the competitive AI industry. Credit: Solen Feyissa/Unsplash

OpenAI, the artificial intelligence giant led by Sam Altman, is in discussions to raise capital at a potential $150 billion valuation. The success of ChatGPT has positioned the company at the forefront of the AI revolution, further boosting investor interest.

OpenAI's $150 Billion Valuation Talks Begin

According to Bloomberg News, artificial intelligence (AI) powerhouse OpenAI is reportedly in talks to raise capital at a valuation of $150 billion, further solidifying its position as one of the world's largest businesses.

The corporation is reportedly in the process of exploring the possibility of borrowing $6.5 billion from investors, as stated by Reuters, which cited individuals who are aware with the situation. Additionally, the company is reportedly considering obtaining an additional $5 billion in debt from banks in the form of a revolving credit facility.

OpenAI's Valuation Poised for 74% Growth

Compared to the $86 billion it received in a tender offer earlier this year, OpenAI's new valuation would be 74% greater.

Reuters reached out to the company for comment, but no one was available. Bloomberg News had reported that Thrive Capital would be leading the fundraising, but they also chose not to comment.

ChatGPT's Viral Success Bolsters OpenAI's AI Lead

The excitement that was caused by OpenAI's chatbot, ChatGPT, which went viral, has resulted in the company being one of the most prominent participants in the artificial intelligence market, according to Channel News Asia.

A renaissance of interest in the field coming from Silicon Valley has been steered by the business, which is run by Sam Altman and supported by the technology giant Microsoft.

OpenAI Joins the 'Private Magnificent Seven' List

The private securities marketplace Forge Global Holdings included OpenAI in its "Private Magnificent Seven" list on Wednesday.

A set of publicly traded mega-cap equities known as the Magnificent Seven includes companies such as Microsoft, Apple, Alphabet, the parent company of Google, Tesla, and an additional company.

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