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OpenAI to Double Workforce, Aiming for $840 Billion Valuation

3/21/2026

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OpenAI plans to increase its workforce from 4,500 to 8,000 by the end of 2026, according to a Financial Times report.
The company aims to focus new hires on product development, engineering, research, and sales.
OpenAI is recruiting specialists for "technical ambassadorship" to assist businesses in utilizing its tools effectively.
The latest funding round valued OpenAI at $840 billion, with significant investment from Big Tech and Softbank.

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OpenAI plans to increase its workforce from 4,500 to 8,000 by the end of 2026, according to a Financial Times report.
The company aims to focus new hires on product development, engineering, research, and sales.
OpenAI is recruiting specialists for "technical ambassadorship" to assist businesses in utilizing its tools effectively.
The latest funding round valued OpenAI at $840 billion, with significant investment from Big Tech and Softbank.