OpenAI Seeks $30 Billion in Pre-IPO Funding Round, Delays Public Debut to 2027

OpenAI is targeting at least $30 billion in new funding at a valuation around $1.4 trillion, marking a significant bridge round ahead of its delayed public market entry. The fundraising discussions, which remain in early stages, reflect investor appetite for the artificial intelligence company even as CEO Sam Altman has pushed back the company's initial public offering to 2027, citing the need to address critical AI safety concerns before going public.