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Tom’s Hardware
Tom’s Hardware
Technology
Bruno Ferreira

OpenAI could reportedly run out of cash by mid-2027 — analyst paints grim picture after examining the company's finances

Golden ouroboros snake.

Given how quickly the evolution of AI has upended technology across the globe and is affecting various markets, it's nigh impossible to accurately predict where anything might be headed. There's no shortage of predictions, ranging from utopia to ultimate doom for established industries. An NYT columnist, however, has one specific bet: OpenAI will be destitute in 18 months in the wake of its AI endeavors.

According to an external report last year, OpenAI was projected to burn through $8 billion in 2025, rising to $40 billion in 2028. Given that the company reportedly predicts profitability by 2030, it's not hard to do the math.

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