OpenAI IPO plans: Altman says he has no interest in public CEO role

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has expressed zero enthusiasm for leading a public company, despite acknowledging an IPO is likely necessary for capital and growth. While he finds public market participation in value creation appealing, he anticipates the process will be ‘annoying.’ The AI giant, valued at potentially $1 trillion, is reportedly preparing for a 2026 or 2027 listing.