OpenAI CFO, even after the US midterm election results “continued investment in AI data center”

OpenAI will continue investing in data centers despite US midterm election results showing opposition to such construction. The company's CFO, Sarah Friar, stated that customer demand must be met with continued investment, citing 12 billion weekly active users and doubled enterprise revenue in the third quarter. Friar emphasized that the election outcome will not significantly change OpenAI's business strategy, and the company will focus on building trust with local communities to address concerns over data center construction.

OpenAI recently announced a National Community Compact, which includes financial guarantees and measures to address water usage and noise pollution.