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Who Owns ChatGPT and OpenAI? AI Model Ownership Explained

Secondary article Tech.co
Published: 2023-06-21 Accessed: 2026-05-02
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Summary

An overview of OpenAI's ownership structure, highlighting its relationship with Microsoft and the roles of founders including Sam Altman and Elon Musk.

Key quotes

Microsoft invested $1 billion into the research lab in 2019, after the company made its partnership exclusive.
Microsoft stated that it holds an investment in OpenAI valued at around $135 billion. It also confirmed that it currently has a 27% stake in OpenAI.

The article details the corporate structure of OpenAI, explaining its transition from a non-profit to a capped for-profit model. It outlines Microsoft’s significant investment and equity stake in the company.