# OpenAI signs energy, government and investment deals in Abu Dhabi as Sam Altman visits

> Original title: OpenAI deepens Abu Dhabi foothold as Sam Altman inks deals spanning energy, government and investment

- Source: CNBC · Technology
- Published: 2026-11-02T11:02:08.000Z
- Bad Influence: https://badinfluence.news/items/g60tp704899n3l2vd9n8qve8h
- Original: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/11/02/openai-abu-dhabi-ai-deals.html

## Summary

OpenAI has signed deals across energy, investment and government in the UAE as it seeks investors for a $20 billion funding round. Altman met Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, crown prince of Abu Dhabi, and ADNOC, G42, Mubadala and Inception42 signed agreements with OpenAI, according to the Abu Dhabi Media Office. OpenAI is currently seeking the $20 billion round, co-led by UAE investors, CNBC reported.