Goldman Sachs Backs $1.5B Anthropic AI JV, Commits $150M to OpenAI Deal
Goldman Sachs is partnering with Blackstone and Hellman & Friedman in a $1.5 billion enterprise AI venture with Anthropic, pledging a $300 million initial investment. The bank is also set to commit $150 million to OpenAI’s newly valued $10 billion Deployment Company alongside 18 investors and is weighing ending its DEI board criteria.
1. Anthropic AI Joint Venture
Goldman Sachs is partnering with Anthropic, Blackstone and Hellman & Friedman to launch a $1.5 billion enterprise AI company, providing an initial $300 million investment. The joint venture aims to integrate advanced AI tools across financial services and broader commercial clients.
2. OpenAI Deployment Company Investment
The bank is committing $150 million to OpenAI’s newly formed Deployment Company valued at $10 billion, joining 18 other investors. Goldman Sachs will hold a minority stake while OpenAI maintains operational control, targeting accelerated corporate adoption of its AI platform.
3. Review of DEI Board Selection Criteria
Goldman Sachs is considering ending the use of race, gender and sexual orientation criteria for board selection, reflecting pressure from conservative investor groups. This review aligns with broader corporate shifts away from DEI metrics and evolving governance strategies.