CNBC Exclusive: Transcript: OpenAI CFO Sarah Friar Speaks with CNBC's Sara Eisen on "Squawk on the Street" Today - CNBC

OpenAI's CFO Sarah Friar Assures Expansion Plans Remain Unchanged

OpenAI's Chief Financial Officer, Sarah Friar, has confirmed that the company's plans to grow its data center operations will not be significantly impacted by the recent midterm election results. Friar stressed the company's continued focus on responsible AI operations and funding in data center sites, despite political criticism. The announcement comes after reports of criticism following the voting.

“OpenAI's Chief Financial Officer, Sarah Friar, has confirmed that the company's plans to grow its data center operations will not be significantly impacted by the recent midterm,” — David Kingsley, regional editor at Walley Cliff Analytics, commented.

Timeline

Nov 4 — OpenAI's Chief Financial Officer, Sarah Friar, has confirmed that the company's plans to grow its data center ...

Nov 7 — The announcement comes after reports of criticism following the voting....

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 3. The Walley Cliff Analytics desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: An official statement is expected by Tuesday, Nov 10.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Walley Cliff Analytics desk and last updated 22:03 UTC.

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