Wednesday, 23 April, 2025

OpenAI Shifts Acquisition Focus from Cursor to Windsurf Amid AI Coding Tool Race

OpenAI initially sought to acquire Anysphere, the creator of the AI coding assistant Cursor, attracted by its rapid growth and approximately $300 million in annual recurring revenue. However, Anysphere declined the offer, aiming to remain independent and reportedly seeking a $10 billion valuation. Subsequently, OpenAI turned its attention to Windsurf, a smaller yet fast-growing AI coding startup with around $100 million in ARR.