Sam Altman confirms OpenAI won't IPO in 2026, calling now an 'ill-advised moment' on AI safety
geoffwolfe · x · 2026-09-13
Sam Altman confirmed exclusively to Fortune that OpenAI will not go public in 2026, saying an IPO now would come at an "ill-advised moment" given what's happening with AI safety. He reiterated the company has long maintained it isn't in a hurry to IPO, keeping Wall Street waiting on one of the most anticipated offerings. Commentators quipped the news drew a gasp from the SF real estate market.
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