importantSYS.SOURCE: TechCrunch• 2026-09-29T19:52:37Z
OpenAI Seeks $30 Billion Funding at $1.4 Trillion Valuation Ahead of IPO
OpenAI is negotiating a $30 billion pre-IPO funding round at a $1.4 trillion valuation, aiming to bridge its upcoming public market debut. The move follows a 70% revenue surge since July, though CEO Sam Altman has postponed the 2026 IPO to prioritize AI safety measures.
The new round is anticipated to be the company's last before its delayed 2027 public debut.
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