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OpenAI Scales Back Infrastructure Plans Ahead of IPO

3/22/2026

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  • OpenAI is scaling back its infrastructure plans with Nvidia as it nears a potential IPO.
  • CEO Sam Altman cited challenges in managing data centers from severe weather and supply chain issues.
  • OpenAI has shifted to a conservative strategy and will rely on Oracle and Amazon rather than building data centers.
  • The pivot comes amid investor skepticism about AI infrastructure spending.