# Why OpenAI wanted to acquire Cursor but ultimately chose fast-growing Windsurf

On 2025/4/22, TechCrunch cited people familiar with the matter in reporting that Anysphere’s Cursor had approximately USD 300 million ARR. It was discussing funding at a valuation of approximately USD 10 billion, which had not closed.



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## Connected profiles

- [Anysphere](/companies/anysphere)

## Sources

- https://techcrunch.com/2025/04/22/why-openai-wanted-to-buy-cursor-but-opted-for-the-fast-growing-windsurf/