OpenAI in Talks to Acquire Crypto Security Firm Trail of Bits

BlockBeats News, October 14: According to a report by *The Information*, sources familiar with the matter revealed that OpenAI is in early acquisition talks with New York-based crypto cybersecurity company Trail of Bits to expand its cybersecurity business. The deal size has not yet been disclosed, and neither party has publicly confirmed the news. Founded in 2012, Trail of Bits has around 40 employees and specializes in identifying and fixing vulnerabilities in open-source software. The company has conducted security audits for crypto projects such as Uniswap, Aave, and Worldcoin. In June 2026, OpenAI collaborated with Trail of Bits to launch the "Patch the Planet" open-source security initiative, which combines OpenAI's models with Trail of Bits' expertise. The initiative has already identified hundreds of vulnerabilities and merged dozens of patches. This information is still in its early stages, and further developments await confirmation. [Original Link]