Sam Altman says an OpenAI IPO in 2026 would be ill-advised

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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said it would be “ill-advised” for the company to go public in 2026. The remarks come despite OpenAI having filed confidentially for an IPO, and Altman indicated the company will not go public this year.

WHO: Sam Altman

WHAT: Said it would be “ill-advised” for OpenAI to go public in 2026 and indicated the company will not go public this year

WHEN: Reported Sep 12, 2026 at 4:19 PM ET

WHERE: Location not specified

WHY: Altman was responding to the prospect of an OpenAI IPO in 2026.

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