Chris Lehane

Chris Lehane

executive United States

Chris Lehane is the Vice President of Public Affairs at OpenAI, where he plays a crucial role in shaping the company's public messaging and strategic communications. Recently, he made headlines by firmly stating that OpenAI is 'not for sale,' responding to an unsolicited $97.4 billion acquisition offer from billionaire Elon Musk. Lehane's comments highlight the company's commitment to its mission and its competitive position in the rapidly evolving AI landscape.

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Taiwan Taiwan: OpenAI chief global affairs officer Chris Lehane told Bloomberg Television about the importance of international cooperation on governance. 7

Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999: OpenAI expects revenue to soar by 2030

United States United States: Chris Lehane, OpenAI’s Vice President of Global Affairs, explained the importance of advertising for maintaining free access to AI products. 6

CNN: Two of the biggest AI companies are feuding over a Super Bowl ad. It’s bigger than you think

United Kingdom United Kingdom: OpenAI's chief global affairs officer Chris Lehane said Osborne's decision to join the company reflected a shared belief that AI is becoming critical infrastructure. 7

BBC: Former chancellor George Osborne joins OpenAI

Canada Canada: Chief global affairs officer Chris Lehane told The Globe in October that OpenAI is interested in 'being a true, real partner here on the ground in Canada.' 6

The Globe and Mail: Media outlets win motion for Ontario court to hear OpenAI lawsuit

Canada Canada: OpenAI’s Chris Lehane said the company has already announced a number of initiatives in countries such as Germany and Norway that involve either building infrastructure for AI or purchasing capacity. 7

The Globe and Mail: OpenAI eyes artificial intelligence data-centre capacity in Canada

United States United States: Chris Lehane, chief global affairs officer at OpenAI, told CNN at the program’s launch event that the trainings will be a mix of general information on how AI systems work. 7

CNN: Microsoft, OpenAI and Anthropic are investing millions to train teachers how to use AI

Pakistan Pakistan: Chris Lehane, OpenAI’s Chief Global Affairs Officer, commented on Musk's offer as coming from a competitor. 4

Dawn – Pakistan’s oldest and most widely read English daily, est. 1941: OpenAI board rejects Elon Musk-led buyout offer - World

India India: Chris Lehane described Musk’s offer as coming from a competitor who has struggled to keep up with the technology. 3

The Times of India: 'Not for sale': OpenAI rejects Elon Musk's $97.4 billion takeover offer