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 plans to grow its data center infrastructure will not be heavily influenced by the recent midterm election outcomes. Friar highlighted the company's continued focus on responsible AI operations and funding in data center sites, despite political opposition. The announcement comes after accounts of opposition following the voting process.

“The announcement comes after accounts of opposition following the voting process,” — David Kingsley, senior market analyst at Cedarstone Stow Solutions, observed.

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

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

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