OpenAI is currently engaged in preliminary discussions regarding the potential acquisition of Trail of Bits. The target company is a New York-based cybersecurity firm recognized for its expertise in auditing smart contracts and open-source software.

Trail of Bits has previously provided security services for major decentralized finance projects, including Uniswap and Aave. Integrating these capabilities could strengthen OpenAI's existing infrastructure and security protocols.

The negotiations are in an early phase, and no financial terms or deal valuation have been disclosed. There is no guarantee that the discussions will result in a formal agreement between the two companies.