Market2026-10-22

OpenAI is seeking $30 billion in a new funding round. It now targets a $1.25 trillion valuation in final talks. The shift is a $150 billion reduction from its prior target. Discussions are ongoing and details may still change.

What changed

OpenAI previously targeted a $1.4 trillion valuation in the same funding round.

  • $1.25 trillion target valuation
  • $30 billion funding round
  • $150 billion reduction from prior target

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