# OpenAI Snags Chat.com Domain for Over $10 Million! 💰

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**Created:** [November 7, 2024, 3:23pm UTC](https://onehack.st/t/openai-snags-chat-com-domain-for-over-10-million/295278 "2024-11-07T15:23:43Z")\
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**Summary:**

1. **Major Acquisition**  
OpenAI has acquired the domain name **[chat.com](http://chat.com)**, reportedly for over **$10 million** , signaling a significant investment in its online presence.

2. **CEO Announcement**  
CEO **Sam Altman** shared the news with a simple tweet, stating just “[chat.com](http://chat.com),” highlighting the importance of the acquisition.

3. **History of Ownership**  
This domain has changed hands three times in two years, starting with **Dharmesh Shah** , the founder of HubSpot, who purchased it for over **$15.5 million** last year.

4. **Profit Motive**  
Shah’s transaction involved a quick resale for profit, showcasing the lucrative nature of premium domain names in the tech industry.

5. **Strategic Move**  
Acquiring [chat.com](http://chat.com) aligns with OpenAI’s focus on enhancing its branding and user engagement in the competitive AI landscape.

**Read more at:** [Domain Name Wire](https://domainnamewire.com/2024/11/06/openai-acquires-chat-com/)