CNBC Exclusive: Transcript: OpenAI CFO Sarah Friar Speaks with CNBC's Sara Eisen on "Squawk on the Street" Today - CNBC

Sarah Friar Confirms OpenAI's Expansion Plans Continue Despite Election Results

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 highlighted the company's continued focus on responsible AI operations and funding in data center facilities, despite political backlash. The announcement comes after accounts of backlash following the voting.

“The announcement comes after accounts of backlash following the voting,” — David Kingsley, policy watcher at Stancroft Ton Recruitment, added during the briefing.

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Nov 6 — OpenAI's Chief Financial Officer, Sarah Friar, has confirmed that the company's intentions to expand its data ...

Nov 6 — The announcement comes after accounts of backlash following the voting....

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