Eightco Holdings has increased its investment in OpenAI by $40 million, bringing its total commitment to $90 million.
According to Eightco, OpenAI now represents roughly 30% of the company’s treasury holdings, alongside significant positions in Worldcoin and Ethereum.
The investment is part of a broader $125 million funding effort that includes backing from Bitmine and ARK Invest, signaling continued capital concentration around AI platforms.
“We believe our investment in OpenAI represents a transformative opportunity not only for ORBS, but for our shareholders,” said Kevin O’Donnell, CEO of Eightco via the firm’s news release.
Shares of Eightco rose modestly following the announcement.
The move reflects a broader shift in how companies are positioning AI as not just as a product investment, but as a core financial asset. That trend suggests tighter alignment between investors and leading AI ecosystems could increasingly influence strategy, partnerships, and long-term growth.
“OpenAI is one of the most consequential bets you can make in markets today,” said Brett Winton, Chief Futurist at ARK Invest. “We’re pleased to support ORBS in building a public market on-ramp to the companies shaping the AI era.”
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