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OpenAI alumni emerge as new power in Silicon Valley, reshaping startup ecosystem

OpenAI alumni are emerging as a new Silicon Valley network as many employees leave the company to start their own ventures. Some have built fast-growing startups that compete with OpenAI, attracting large funding rounds and high valuations. Others are gaining attention with big investments even before launching products or generating revenue. A separate group is shifting into investing, using OpenAI ties to seek deals or work at venture capital firms.