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.

# 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. **Read the full article:** [CNBC](https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/20/openai-takes-the-lead-in-ai-ipo-horse-race-getting-to-public-markets-first-is-very-important.html) *This article was originally published by CNBC. MoneyWiseInc provides expert curation of the best financial content from trusted sources.*