By Anusuya Lahiri
Publication Date: 2026-03-25 19:31:00
OpenAI warned investors that its heavy dependence on Microsoft Corp. for “a substantial portion of our financing and compute” could pose a business risk, according to a document tied to its latest funding round.
The company, which recently secured $110 billion in funding and is seeking an additional $10 billion, said its future performance depends on diversifying partners beyond Microsoft, CNBC reported on Monday.
OpenAI also highlighted rising compute costs, potential chip supply disruptions, and ongoing litigation as key risks, offering a preview of disclosures ahead of a possible IPO.
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OpenAI’s rapid growth underscores both its scale and rising costs. The company has surpassed $25 billion in annualized revenue as of last month, up from $21.4 billion a year earlier, according to a recent report.
Revenue has surged sharply in recent years, but the company continues to face heavy compute spending, now projected at about $600 billion through 2030.
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