OpenAI Lowers Valuation Target to $1.25 Trillion Amid Funding Talks
OpenAI is negotiating a fresh funding round of up to $30 billion, targeting a valuation of $1.25 trillion, down from an earlier $1.4 trillion figure. The company previously raised $1.22 billion in March at an $852 billion valuation. Coatue Management is reportedly in talks to co-lead the round, with other investors including UAE funds and BlackRock. OpenAI has delayed its IPO plans to 2027, focusing on AI safety efforts. Funding discussions remain ongoing and subject to change.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (52/100). Lens Score 46/100.
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AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (52–52/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
mint broke this story on 23 Oct, 02:20 am. Other outlets followed.