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OpenAI says it filed confidential IPO as it positions itself for AI arms race

Updated on: June 8, 2026 / 5:50 PM EDT / CBS News

OpenAI says it filed confidential IPO as it positions itself for AI arms race

TL;DR

  • OpenAI has filed a confidential initial public offering (IPO).
  • The company stated its intention to go public to inject more cash into its business amid an escalating AI arms race.
  • OpenAI is valued at $852 billion.
  • Other AI companies, including SpaceX (via its xAI company) and Anthropic, have also filed for IPOs.
  • A confidential filing allows for private feedback from regulators before a public S-1 document is submitted.
  • The S-1 filing will contain financial details and investment plans.
  • This filing comes after a judge dismissed a lawsuit brought by Elon Musk against OpenAI.