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OpenAI in $30 Billion Round Talks With BlackRock, UAE Funds

Bloomberg Technology Tuesday 06 October 2026, 10:27 UTC 1 min read
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Oct 6th, 2026 OpenAI in $30 Billion Round Talks With BlackRock, UAE Funds OpenAI is in talks with multiple investment funds from the United Arab Emirates to help anchor a $30 billion round of financing, according to people familiar with the matter. BlackRock is also in discussions to participate in the round. Ruhell Amin reports on Bloomberg Television.

Oct 6th, 2026 OpenAI in $30 Billion Round Talks With BlackRock, UAE Funds OpenAI is in talks with multiple investment funds from the United Arab Emirates to help anchor a $30 billion round of financing, according to people familiar with the matter. BlackRock is also in discussions to participate in the round. Ruhell Amin reports on Bloomberg Television.
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