OpenAI's long-speculated initial public offering will not happen in 2026, CEO Sam Altman said in an interview with Fortune published September 12, 2026, citing safety concerns regarding artificial intelligence that he said were significant enough that a 10 per cent risk of AI causing human extinction by the end of the decade would be unacceptable.Altman said the current environment of growing safety concerns across the industry would be an unwise time to take the company public, adding that OpenAI does not feel any pressure to do so.About The AuthorAshna is a content writer who focuses on making everyday choices easier and smarter. With a strong eye for detail and a natural sense of what works in real life, she creates content that feels honest, relatable, and genuinely helpful. She is a geek for writing stories around fashion, beauty, and influential products, while bringing the same depth and detail in reviewing tech products and gadgets of day-to-day use.
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