Defense technology company; valued ~$14B in 2026. Founded 2017; backers include a16z and Founders Fund.
OpenAI
Breakout Startups
ChatGPT creator; valued ~$852B in 2026 after a $122B round led by SoftBank, a16z and D.E. Shaw. Founded 2015; racing toward an IPO. Backers include SoftBank, Microsoft and Thrive.
- Website
- openai.com
- Pricing
- ~$852B valuation (2026)
- Capabilities
- AI, Foundation models, ChatGPT
- Listing status
- Unclaimed · Editor-verified
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ChatGPT creator; valued ~$852B in 2026 after a $122B round led by SoftBank, a16z and D.E. Core facts corroborated by multiple independent sources.
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Pros & cons
Pros
- Covers AI, Foundation models, ChatGPT.
- Publicly stated terms: ~$852B valuation (2026)
- Based in San Francisco.
Cons
- AUM/valuation figures move fast in this market; 2026 reported values may already be stale.
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