
OpenAI in talks over $500bn share sale, potentially surpassing SpaceX in value
OpenAI is reportedly in talks for a share sale that could raise its valuation to $500bn, overtaking Elon Musk’s SpaceX and further solidifying its AI leadership.
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OpenAI is reportedly in talks for a share sale that could raise its valuation to $500bn, overtaking Elon Musk’s SpaceX and further solidifying its AI leadership.

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