OpenAI discusses $30 billion raise at $1.4 trillion valuation

Published Thursday, October 8, 2026 · 10:13 AM EDT

OpenAI is in talks to raise $30 billion at a $1.4 trillion valuation, Bloomberg reported. The proposed financing would leave investor Tiger Global poised for a $5 billion paper profit on its OpenAI investment, rather than a realized return.

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