https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/openai-targets-30-billion-in-funding-at-1-4-trillion-valueContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/openai-targets-30-billion-in-funding-at-1-4-trillion-valuehttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/openai-targets-30-billion-in-funding-at-1-4-trillion-value#u93722Thu, 01 Oct 2026 22:27:51 +0000OpenAI is targeting $30 billion in new funding at a $1.4 trillion valuation. The fundraising round is meant to serve as a bridge in place of an IPO, which CEO Sam Altman has delayed over AI safety concerns. This valuation could vault OpenAI above longtime rival Anthropic's most recent private market valuation.Why it mattersThe funding discussions are part of OpenAI's efforts to scale its AI capabilities, particularly with its popular ChatGPT model. The company's valuation has increased significantly, potentially making it one of the most valuable AI companies in the private mark