Former OpenAI exec has quietly built $1.5 billion startup, betting AI can revive U.S. manufacturing
Former OpenAI executive Bob McGrew is launching Arda at a $1.5 billion.
CNBC reports: Former OpenAI executive Bob McGrew is launching Arda at a $1.5 billion.
This business story centres on the United States. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Former OpenAI, AI and Bob McGrew.
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- Former OpenAI, AI, Bob McGrew, Arda
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