OpenAI Builds 5-Year Plan to Meet $1 Trillion AI Spending Commitments
OpenAI is developing a five-year roadmap to meet its over $1 trillion spending pledges for advancing artificial intelligence, according to a report by the Financial Times on Wednesday.
OpenAI Explores New Revenue and Funding Models
The AI startup is pursuing new revenue streams, debt partnerships, and fundraising options as part of its long-term strategy, the report said, citing people familiar with the company’s plans.
OpenAI is also negotiating customized AI service deals with governments and enterprises, aiming to strengthen its business model and diversify income sources.
Expanding Infrastructure and Strategic Partnerships
As part of its expansion, OpenAI is exploring additional debt financing to fund its growing AI infrastructure. The company is also considering using computing resources from its Stargate project, developed in partnership with SoftBank Group Corp. (TYO:9984).
Additionally, OpenAI is weighing opportunities in online advertising and consumer hardware, with the latter potentially launched through a collaboration with former Apple designer Jony Ive.
Financial Pressures and Massive Capital Needs
Despite rapid growth, OpenAI remains unprofitable. The company’s capital commitments far exceed its current revenue, a concern that has reportedly deterred some investors, including Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT).
OpenAI has also pledged to acquire 26 gigawatts of computing capacity from major technology providers such as Oracle (NYSE:ORCL), NVIDIA (NASDAQ:NVDA), AMD (NASDAQ:AMD), and Broadcom (NASDAQ:AVGO). These obligations are projected to cost well over $1 trillion over the next decade.
Revenue Growth Amid Losses
Recent reports show that OpenAI generated approximately $4.3 billion in revenue during the first half of 2025, but recorded a $13.5 billion loss during the same period.
The company’s five-year plan aims to balance its aggressive expansion strategy with sustainable financing and long-term profitability goals.
