URGENT UPDATE: OpenAI is reportedly making significant moves towards an initial public offering (IPO) that could take place as early as 2026, with a staggering $1 trillion valuation. According to Reuters, the tech giant behind the revolutionary ChatGPT is preparing to file with the US Securities and Exchange Commission in the latter half of 2026.
This news comes as investors have been eager for a chance to buy into the groundbreaking AI company since the launch of ChatGPT in November 2022. The AI chatbot has become a symbol of the AI boom, sparking a massive frenzy on Wall Street and contributing to a three-year bull market in stocks.
While OpenAI has not officially confirmed any specific IPO timeline, sources indicate that Sarah Friar, OpenAI’s CFO, has mentioned a potential 2027 date, yet insiders suggest the company may begin trading before the end of 2026. A spokesperson for OpenAI stated, “An IPO is not our focus, so we could not possibly have set a date,” adding to the intrigue surrounding their plans.
This potential IPO would shatter records, becoming the largest ever if it reaches a valuation of $1 trillion. Interest in OpenAI has surged, especially after Microsoft secured a 27% stake in the company, valued at approximately $135 billion, as part of a deal to transition OpenAI into a for-profit business model.
Moreover, platforms like Robinhood have announced that users in Europe can trade tokenized equity in private companies, including OpenAI. However, the company has clarified that these tokens do not represent real equity, urging investors to exercise caution.
As OpenAI gears up for this monumental move, the implications for investors and the tech landscape are profound. With the AI sector continuing to evolve rapidly, keeping an eye on OpenAI’s next steps is crucial.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story as OpenAI inches closer to what could be a historic market debut.
