GoKawiilOpenAI in talks to raise $30B at $1.4T valuation ahead of IPO
OpenAI is reportedly in discussions with investors to raise at least $30 billion in a new funding round valuing the company at about $1.4 trillion, according to Bloomberg. This follows a March round of $122 billion at an $852 billion valuation, and comes as OpenAI's run-rate revenue reportedly jumped 70% since July to reach $40 billion in August. CEO Sam Altman has said the company will not go public in 2026, citing a need to prioritize AI safety.
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The size of the proposed raise and valuation suggest investors remain confident in OpenAI's growth trajectory despite competition from rivals like Anthropic. Framing this as a bridge round indicates the company may be preparing financially for a future IPO while delaying the actual listing, possibly to address safety concerns Altman has publicly voiced. The scale of funding could also signal how capital-intensive the AI race has become as companies race to expand infrastructure and capabilities.
- OpenAI is reportedly seeking at least $30 billion in new funding at a $1.4 trillion valuation.
- The company's run-rate revenue reportedly rose 70% since July to $40 billion by August.
- CEO Sam Altman has ruled out an IPO in 2026, citing AI safety concerns.
Source: techcrunch.com — Marina Temkin, 2026-09-29
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