OpenAI Nears Completion Of $40B Fundraising Led By SoftBank

by News Editor

March 28, 2025

OpenAI, the trailblazer in the AI domain, is closing in on an impressive $40 billion funding milestone, spearheaded by Japan’s tech giant SoftBank. OpenAI is not just stopping there, as other investors are queuing to join this mega-round. Among the interested parties are Magnetar Capital, proposing an impressive $1 billion, along with Coatue Management, Founders Fund, and Altimeter Capital Management.

SoftBank’s contributions could be broken down into two tranches: an initial $7.5 billion, along with $2.5 billion from a group of syndicated investors. Later this year, SoftBank plans to add another $22.5 billion, with an extra $7.5 billion set to be syndicated. With this surge in funding, OpenAI’s valuation is set to skyrocket to a staggering $300 billion, compared to its previous $157 billion valuation secured in October 2024 with a $6.6 billion round led by Thrive Capital.

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This financial leap signifies an evolving commitment to AI innovation, with OpenAI poised to potentially play a pivotal role in the tech world.

Explore how shifts like these align with broader industry trends in our piece on Europe’s Fintech Unicorns: Who’s Making Money?

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Uber CEO Redefines Corporate Innovation Through AI Empowerment

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

February 25, 2026

Uber’s Code-Driven Transformation

Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi says the company should be understood less as a ride-hailing platform and more as a large technology system built and maintained by engineers. Speaking on The Diary of a CEO podcast with Steven Bartlett, he described how software development remains central to Uber’s operations and long-term strategy.

Embracing AI As A Preparation Tool

Khosrowshahi explained that some internal teams use an AI tool informally referred to as “Dara AI” to simulate executive feedback during preparation meetings. The system allows teams to test presentations and refine arguments before final reviews. The approach reflects Uber’s broader focus on using AI to improve internal decision-making and workflow efficiency.

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Engineering As The Architectural Backbone

According to Khosrowshahi, around 90% of Uber’s engineers are already using AI tools in their daily work, while roughly 30% are considered advanced users applying AI to redesign parts of the company’s infrastructure. The shift positions engineers not only as builders of existing systems but also as key drivers of future product and platform development.

Productivity Redefined

Khosrowshahi noted that AI adoption is significantly improving engineering productivity and accelerating development cycles. The company views these tools as a way to optimize processes rather than replace technical expertise.

Uber’s internal use of AI illustrates how large technology companies are integrating automation into core operations while reshaping how teams collaborate and ship products.

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