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OpenAI 'will be a public company in 2027' or sooner, CFO Friar tells employees

OpenAI Chief Financial Officer Sarah Friar told employees the company will go public by 2027 or sooner, according to a CNBC report on August 19, 2026. The statement marks the first time OpenAI has given a concrete timeline for an initial public offering, signaling a shift from its private status as it continues to scale its AI products.

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OpenAI 'will be a public company in 2027' or sooner, CFO Friar tells employees
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Home/NewsOpenAI 'will be a public company in 2027' or sooner, CFO Friar tells employeesAugust 19, 2026Source: CNBC TechnologyShare:Share this article:Get AI news in your inboxDaily digest of what matters in AI.Subscribe

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