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Kushner and Elad Gil Launch Brain Co, Citing OpenAI Tie and Global Clients

The startup presents itself as a bridge connecting Silicon Valley AI talent to large institutions seeking to deploy the technology.

Overview

  • Brain Co. debuted with a reported $30 million raise led by Kushner’s Affinity Partners and Gil Capital, with Josh Kushner linked as an investor.
  • Company materials and local coverage say the firm has a strategic relationship with OpenAI and more than ten Global 2000 clients across government, healthcare, energy and hospitality.
  • SinEmbargo, citing Forbes, reports additional backers such as Brian Armstrong and early customers including Sotheby’s and Warburg Pincus.
  • Luis Videgaray’s role is described as co‑founder in some reports and as a board member in others, and his equity or compensation has not been disclosed as he remains sanctioned in Mexico through 2031.
  • Leadership details are conflicting, with Milenio naming Clemens Mewald as chief executive and El Imparcial identifying Eric Wu.