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OpenAI has doubled its revenue in the first seven months of 2025, reaching an annualized run rate of $12 billion, according to reports from The Information. This milestone reflects monthly revenue of approximately $1 billion, driven by widespread adoption of its ChatGPT products across consumer and enterprise markets.
User Growth and Market Reach
The company now boasts around 700 million weekly active users, underscoring its dominant position in the generative AI sector. Demand for premium offerings and enterprise-grade solutions continues to fuel growth.
Rising Operational Costs
OpenAI has revised its projected cash burn for 2025 to $8 billion—up $1 billion from earlier estimates—reflecting increased investment in infrastructure, research, and talent acquisition.
Funding and Investor Interest
The company is actively raising capital through a second $30 billion funding round. Major investors including Sequoia Capital, Tiger Global Management, and SoftBank have committed substantial backing, with $7.5 billion in commitments already secured.