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  "id": 10948361,
  "title": "OpenAI Seeks $30 Billion Funding At $1.4 Trillion Valuation After Delaying IPO Plans",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/30/openai-seeks-30-billion-funding-at-1-4-trillion-valuation-after",
  "topic": "ai",
  "section": "AI",
  "published": "2026-09-30T12:27:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/business/openai-seeks-30-billion-funding-at-14-trillion-valuation-after-delaying-ipo-plans"
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  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "OpenAI is seeking to raise up to $30 billion through a new funding round, following the postponement of its initial public offering plans, according to Bloomberg. The artificial intelligence company is targeting a valuation of around $1.4 trillion, before accounting for the additional capital being raised, sources suggest. Discussions are still in the early stages, and specifics including the size and valuation could change. The fundraising push is reportedly fueled by investor interest as OpenAI continues to experience robust revenue growth. However, the company has not commented on the development. OpenAI is concentrating on expansion before a potential public listing, as it competes closely with Anthropic to broaden enterprise adoption and enhance revenues ahead of a possible stock market debut. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman recently stated that the company would not pursue an IPO this year. He mentioned that the firm desired additional time to tackle growing safety concerns related to artificial intelligence before becoming publicly traded. The latest funding round is anticipated to serve as a bridge, providing OpenAI with extra financial resources while it readies for a future IPO. The company's last funding round occurred in March when it raised $122 billion at a valuation of $852 billion, including investment. Altman noted that OpenAI is adapting to a new phase of AI development, where more capable systems necessitate stronger safety measures. \"We just want to get our feet under us and ensure we comprehend how to operate in this new way, [and] be able to make some of these decisions in front of us without the pressure of being a newly public company,\" Altman expressed. Safety concerns related to AI have heightened pressure on developers. Both OpenAI and other leading AI firms have faced increased scrutiny over potential risks associated with advanced artificial intelligence, including cybersecurity threats. The company faced questions following incidents involving its AI systems, and it also decided not to release its most recent model, GPT-6.1 Astra, after it failed to meet internal safety standards. Altman has endorsed proposals for enhanced oversight of advanced AI development, including independent evaluation of cutting-edge models. The company's emphasis on safety as it prepares for ongoing expansion in a highly competitive AI market.",
  "summary": "OpenAI is looking to raise at least $30 billion through a new funding round after postponing its plans for an initial public offering, Bloomberg reported. The artificial intelligence company is seeking a valuation of approximately $1.4 trillion, excluding the fresh capital being raised, sources said. The discussions are at an early stage and details, including the size and valuation, could…",
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        "title": "OpenAI Aims for $1.4 Trillion Valuation With New Funding",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/30/openai-aims-for-1-4-trillion-valuation-with-new-funding",
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