Open-source models closing the IPO window for big AI firms, argues industry commenter
StewartalsopIII · x · 2026-10-12
A widely-shared take argues the window for major AI companies to go public at bubble valuations is closing, largely due to competition from low-cost open-source models. The author claims big AI firms, seeking to exit at peak valuations, will try to restrict competition by pushing the narrative that advanced AI is dangerous and must be limited to a few large companies.
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