OpenAI is in the early stages of raising up to $100 billion to fund its growth plans amid a cooling AI market. If successful, this fundraising round could value the company at $830 billion. CEO Sam Altman is actively seeking investors globally, as the company prepares for a potential initial public offering. The demand from investors remains uncertain, and the final terms of the deal are still being negotiated. SoftBank has already committed $30 billion to OpenAI, using proceeds from a recent sale of its Nvidia stake to finance this investment. OpenAI expects to secure an additional $22.5 billion from SoftBank by year-end. The startup has also engaged in various deals, including a content licensing agreement and a $1 billion investment from Disney, showcasing its ability to attract funding despite broader concerns about the sustainability of the AI boom and the company’s expansion plans.