WSJ Tech News Briefing · Tuesday, August 25, 2026
Chris Malone, who oversaw OpenAI's data center buildout, has left the company. Malone's departure marks the latest in a series of leadership changes at the AI firm as it reportedly prepares for an IPO next year. OpenAI's computing spending is also projected to reach $750 billion by 2030.
“We exclusively report that a key executive overseeing Open AI's data center buildout has left the company.”
“People familiar with the matter say Chris Malone left the company last week.”
“Malone joined Open AI as head of data centers in March 2025.”