OpenAI announced it will acquire product testing startup Statsig in an all-stock transaction valued at US$1.1 billion, marking one of its largest acquisitions to date. The deal is subject to regulatory approval and aims to strengthen OpenAI's artificial intelligence application development capabilities.
Strategic addition to testing infrastructure
Statsig, founded in 2021, specializes in enabling enterprises to test product features and leverage real-time data analytics. The Seattle-based company counts clients such as OpenAI, Eventbrite, and SoundCloud. Earlier in 2025, Statsig completed a US$100 million funding round that valued the company at US$1.1 billion, matching the acquisition price now offered by OpenAI, according to Bloomberg.
Independent operations with leadership integration
Following the acquisition, Statsig will operate independently with its headquarters remaining in Seattle. Vijaye Raji, founder and chief executive officer of Statsig, will join OpenAI as chief technology officer of its applications division. Raji will oversee key products, including ChatGPT and the code-writing agent Codex, reporting directly to applications head Fidji Simo, who highlighted Raji's expertise in building consumer and business-to-business products as a valuable asset for OpenAI's business growth.
Aggressive acquisition strategy continues
OpenAI, known for its aggressive investment strategy, has completed several major acquisitions and attempted deals in 2025. In July 2025, it acquired hardware startup io Products for US$6.5 billion in stock. The startup was founded by former Apple design chief Jony Ive. Earlier in May 2025, OpenAI sought to acquire artificial intelligence code-assistance firm Windsurf for US$3 billion, but the negotiation collapsed due to disagreements with OpenAI's largest investor, Microsoft Corp., over technology access.
Article translated by Jingyue Hsiao and edited by Jerry Chen
