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OpenAI Acquires Torch to Enhance ChatGPT Health Services

1/13/2026

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OpenAI announced on January 12, 2026 that it acquired Torch for about $60 million.
Torch consolidates health data, including lab results and patient visit records, into one platform.
Torch's team, including Ilya Abyzov (CEO of Torch), will join OpenAI.
The deal aims to boost ChatGPT Health, enabling better connection of medical records for personalized responses.
OpenAI notes ChatGPT serves over 800 million users, with many seeking healthcare information weekly.

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OpenAI announced on January 12, 2026 that it acquired Torch for about $60 million.
Torch consolidates health data, including lab results and patient visit records, into one platform.
Torch's team, including Ilya Abyzov (CEO of Torch), will join OpenAI.
The deal aims to boost ChatGPT Health, enabling better connection of medical records for personalized responses.
OpenAI notes ChatGPT serves over 800 million users, with many seeking healthcare information weekly.