https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/openai-working-on-new-30b-raise-at-1-25t-valuation-ahead-of-ipoContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/openai-working-on-new-30b-raise-at-1-25t-valuation-ahead-of-ipohttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/openai-working-on-new-30b-raise-at-1-25t-valuation-ahead-of-ipo#u157476Tue, 27 Oct 2026 08:15:19 +0000OpenAI is nearing a funding round to raise approximately $30 billion at a pre-money valuation of $1.25 trillion. The artificial intelligence developer trimmed its valuation target from an earlier figure of $1.4 trillion following previous price discussions. The transaction is reportedly led by UAE investors and Coatue, with signatures targeted by the end of next week. Negotiations remain ongoing as the company accelerates its capital raise.Why it mattersThis massive funding effort positions OpenAI to secure what would break records as the most highly valued private company ever if it commands