However, it’s an expensive proposition, so Altman is traveling the globe in search of backers.
His latest stop is the United Arab Emirates.
The report cites two individuals familiar with the discussions.

Estimates suggest the project could require as much as $7 trillion.
Altman denied seeking $7 trillion specifically for chip development but acknowledged that the investment required would besubstantial.
OpenAI will make a run at help."
Then there are the costs to consider.
Bernstein analyst Stacy Rasgonestimatesthat each query costs roughly four cents.