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OpenAI takes the lead in AI IPO horse race: 'Getting to public markets first is very important'
It comes after reports that the AI giant and ChatGPT owner is set to file confidentially for an IPO as soon as this week.
TL;DR
- OpenAI is reportedly preparing to confidentially file for an IPO as soon as Friday.
- Prediction market traders now favor OpenAI to go public before Anthropic, with an 83% chance.
- Going public first is considered important for setting valuation and gaining investor advantages.
- Prior to IPO report, OpenAI's chances were only slightly over 32%.
- Investor sentiment towards OpenAI has been impacted by concerns about spending, missed targets, and leadership changes.
- Anthropic has experienced significant growth, with its enterprise business and Claude models attracting investor interest.
- Reports of a powerful new model, Claude Mythos, had previously given Anthropic an edge in IPO predictions.
- The potential IPO filing, coupled with a recent court win, is seen as a positive development for OpenAI.