Vinod Khosla’s $50 Million OpenAI Bet Propels Him to Top of Forbes 2026 Midas List

Forbes released its 2026 Midas List ranking the world’s most successful venture investors. Indian‑American venture capitalist Vinod Khosla secured the top position on the list. His ascent is attributed to a $50 million investment in OpenAI made several years ago. The OpenAI stake appreciated dramatically as the company’s valuation surged. Khosla’s fund, Khosla Ventures, benefited from the AI boom driven by that investment. The ranking highlights the growing influence of AI‑focused bets in venture capital. Other Indian‑American investors appear on the list, but Khosla leads them all. Industry watchers will monitor how his OpenAI holding evolves as the AI market matures.