Sam Altman in UAE: OpenAI seeks $50Bn from Middle East; round may close in Q126

OpenAI is reportedly seeking a massive $50 billion investment from Middle Eastern funds amidst growing concerns about its financial stability and competitive edge. Veteran investor George Noble warns the AI giant is “falling apart in real time,” citing internal “Code Red” alerts, declining ChatGPT traffic, and staggering losses. Talent departures and a lawsuit from Elon Musk further compound these issues.