I'm The King of Business & Technology in the Modern World-Chapter 72: Secured Stake at OpenAI

Matthew sat in his penthouse office, staring at his screen, reviewing OpenAI's financials, research progress, and projected growth. The company had been making steady advancements in artificial intelligence, but the development pace was limited by funding constraints. Sentinel Systems had the liquidity, and Matthew had the vision—AI was going to be the next gold rush, and he was determined to be a major player.

Angel entered his office with a fresh report in hand. "Your meeting with Elon Musk is in ten minutes," she reminded him. "He's expecting to discuss AI advancements, but I assume you're going to make an offer."

Matthew smirked. "Elon isn't just an innovator; he's a businessman. If he sees the right numbers, he'll be on board."

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Angel took a seat across from him. "OpenAI isn't just a startup anymore. It's growing fast, but it still operates like a research lab rather than a full-fledged business. If you come in with a strong enough investment, you could secure a significant stake."

Matthew nodded. "That's the plan."

Moments later, the secure video call with Elon Musk connected. The Tesla and SpaceX CEO appeared on the screen, his usual confident expression in place.

"Matthew," Elon greeted. "Long time no see. I heard that you have been raking up a lot of money from your investments."

Matthew smiled. "Appreciate that, Mr. Elon. But today, I want to talk about something that aligns with both our interests—artificial intelligence."

Elon leaned forward slightly. "Go on."

"I've been reviewing OpenAI's progress," Matthew began, "and while I admire the strides you've made, I see a common challenge—funding. AI research at this scale requires capital, and while OpenAI has significant backers, its funding is nowhere near what's needed to truly accelerate development."

Elon nodded. "That's true. OpenAI's mission is to ensure that AGI benefits all of humanity, but scaling up operations requires vast resources. We need more computing power, more researchers, and better infrastructure."

Matthew got to the point. "I want in. I'm prepared to invest $2.5 billion into OpenAI to become a shareholder."

Elon raised an eyebrow. "That's a massive sum. What's your angle?"

Matthew leaned back. "Sentinel Systems is already dominating cybersecurity and AI-driven threat detection. The next step is AGI development. If we control cybersecurity and have influence over AI's future, Sentinel won't just be a global tech company—it'll be the backbone of the digital world."

Elon considered it for a moment before speaking. "Your timing is interesting. OpenAI has been in discussions about expanding its funding base. We need more computational resources to push AI training further, and frankly, the more capital we have, the faster we move."

Matthew smirked. "Then let's make it happen."

Elon nodded. "I'll make some calls. If you're serious about the $2.5 billion investment, I'll do what I can to get you in."

"Good," Matthew said. "I don't intend to be a passive investor—I want a seat at the table."

Elon chuckled. "That's something you'll need to discuss with the board, but with that level of investment, you'd be looking at a major stake."

The call ended with Elon promising to push for Matthew's entry into OpenAI. Angel looked at Matthew, impressed. "That was smooth. If this goes through, you'll be in one of the most influential AI firms in the world."

Matthew simply nodded. "Now, we wait."

July 5th 2020

Nearly a month after his discussion with Elon, Matthew received a secure video call request from Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI.

Matthew accepted the call, and Sam appeared on-screen, his expression professional but curious.

"Mr. Borja," Sam greeted. "I understand you've been speaking with Elon about an investment in OpenAI."

Matthew nodded. "That's correct. I'm prepared to invest $2.5 billion in OpenAI to accelerate development."

Sam leaned forward. "That's a significant investment. OpenAI is structured as a capped-profit company, meaning we operate with ethical constraints on profitability. But a capital injection of that scale could dramatically expand our research capabilities."

"I'm not concerned with immediate profits," Matthew assured him. "I'm playing the long game. I want OpenAI to have the resources it needs to scale up, but I also want Sentinel to be positioned as a key strategic partner."

Sam folded his hands. "What level of involvement are you expecting?"

Matthew had already calculated the numbers. "Based on OpenAI's last funding round and its current valuation, a $2.5 billion investment should secure me a 14% stake in the company. I'd expect voting rights proportional to that share."

Sam exhaled. "That's a major position. We'd need board approval, but I won't lie—a capital injection of that magnitude would allow us to push our AGI research years ahead of schedule."

Matthew smirked. "Then let's finalize the deal."

After a lengthy discussion on structuring the investment, timelines, and non-disclosure agreements, the call ended with Sam agreeing to present Matthew's offer to the OpenAI board. If approved, Sentinel Systems would officially become a major shareholder in the most promising AI research firm in the world.

A week later.

The sun was barely up when Matthew stepped into Sentinel Systems' private boardroom, the floor-to-ceiling windows giving him a panoramic view of Bonifacio Global City. Today was a landmark day. After weeks of negotiations, legal reviews, and board approvals, the OpenAI deal was set to be finalized.

Angel stood beside him, adjusting the final details of the paperwork on the sleek conference table. "Everything's in order. The funds are ready for transfer, and OpenAI's legal team has signed off on the terms. Once you sign, Sentinel Systems will officially hold a 14% stake in OpenAI."

Matthew nodded, his mind racing with the implications. This wasn't just an investment—it was a foothold in the future. AI was set to define the next industrial revolution, and with Sentinel already dominating cybersecurity, integrating into OpenAI would cement his influence over global technological advancements.

The screen in front of him flickered to life as the secure video call connected. On one side, Sam Altman, OpenAI's CEO, appeared, his expression professional yet subtly excited. On the other, Elon Musk joined in, leaning slightly forward, his trademark smirk in place.

"Morning, gentlemen," Matthew greeted, taking a seat at the head of the table.

"Good morning," Sam responded. "I assume everything on your end is ready?"

Matthew gestured toward Angel, who gave a brief nod. "Yes. Our legal and finance teams have reviewed the final agreement. The funds are prepared for immediate transfer."

Elon leaned in. "This is a major milestone for OpenAI. With this investment, we're looking at significantly accelerating our research into AGI. We'll be expanding our computing capabilities, hiring top-tier researchers, and strengthening our long-term development."

Sam nodded in agreement. "Your capital injection will allow us to secure additional supercomputing resources, particularly for large-scale AI training models. This will put us ahead of schedule by at least three to five years in certain areas of research."

Matthew smirked. "That's exactly why I'm here. Sentinel's long-term strategy aligns with OpenAI's vision. This investment ensures that both our companies will be at the forefront of AI innovation."

Sam reached for the final contract on his end. "Then let's proceed."

Angel pulled up the contract on a tablet in front of Matthew. He quickly skimmed through the final clauses, though he had already memorized most of the key points.

Equity Stake: Sentinel Systems would acquire 14% of OpenAI, valuing the company at approximately $17.85 billion based on their recent financial assessments.

Board Representation: Matthew would not have a direct seat on the board but would be granted voting rights proportional to his stake, allowing him significant influence over major company decisions.

Non-Interference Clause: OpenAI would maintain its independence in research and ethics policies, ensuring that Sentinel's involvement remained strategic rather than directive.

Exclusive Collaboration Agreement: Sentinel Systems and OpenAI would collaborate on AI-driven cybersecurity, integrating OpenAI's advanced neural networks into Sentinel's existing infrastructure.

Satisfied, Matthew signed the document digitally. A second later, Sam signed on his end, making the agreement official.

"Congratulations," Sam said, offering a small smile. "OpenAI officially welcomes Sentinel Systems as one of our largest private investors."

Elon, who had been watching with amusement, nodded. "You're now in the AI game, Matthew. What's next for you?"

"I think I'm playing in the home field for now. There's a lot of money to be invest."