Rohan Paul (@rohanpaul_ai)T2·78 pts
- First $11B tranche wired, total round up to $20B
- Post-money valuation of $1.25T sets a new high for AI companies
- Remaining capital expected to close within weeks
AI CURATED HOT STORY · 11/7/2026
OpenAI has closed the first $11B tranche of a new funding round that values the company at $1.25T, with the remainder of up to $20B expected within weeks. It ranks among the largest single AI fundraises to date and reinforces OpenAI's capital advantage.