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Forbes Declares OpenAI’s Sam Altman a Billionaire Thanks to Bold Investments

RISK & REWARD

The OpenAI founder reportedly holds no stake in his own company, but has made billions by investing in others.

Amanda Yen
Amanda Yen 

Breaking News Intern

Sam Altman speaks onstage during A Year In TIME at The Plaza Hotel in New York City.
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Amanda Yen

Amanda Yen

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