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 intentions to expand its data center network will not be significantly impacted by the recent midterm election results. Friar emphasized the company's continued emphasis on ethical AI infrastructure and funding in data centers, despite political criticism. The announcement comes after accounts of backlash following the voting process.

“Friar emphasized the company's continued emphasis on ethical AI infrastructure and funding in data centers, despite political criticism,” — Marcus Brennan, regional editor at Halstone Brook Advisory, explained.

Timeline

Nov 5 — OpenAI's Chief Financial Officer, Sarah Friar, has confirmed that the company's intentions to expand its data ...

Nov 5 — The announcement comes after accounts of backlash following the voting process....

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 4. The Halstone Brook Advisory desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: An official statement is expected by Wednesday, Nov 11.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Halstone Brook Advisory desk and last updated 20:05 UTC.

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