Dave McClure reports that OpenAI CFO Sarah Friar stated the company will IPO in 2027 or possibly sooner.
“She's like, we're definitely going to IPO in 2027 and maybe sooner if our growth keeps inflecting.”
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disputableOpenAI files for IPO and completes public offering by end of 2027.
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