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OpenAI announced its 2026 core strategy shift towards pragmatic adoption, aiming to bridge the gap between AI capabilities and user practical needs. Despite infrastructure investments reaching approximately $140 billion, the company will continue to focus on enhancing the practical value of technology, driving broader AI implementation.
OpenAI plans to release its first hardware device in the second half of 2026, developed by CEO Sam Altman and former Apple designer Jony Ive, which has generated great anticipation in the technology community.
OpenAI revenue exceeded $20 billion in 2025, growing by more than 230% compared to 2024. The computing power scale also increased to 1.9 gigawatts. The company stated that the expansion of computing power is the core driving force behind revenue growth.
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OpenAI's CFO addresses external skepticism, highlighting a tenfold growth in technology, commercialization, and infrastructure over three years. Computing power surged from 0.2GW in 2023 to 1.9GW by 2025, with revenue growth aligning closely with this expansion.....