OpenAI may face significant hurdles if it pursues an IPO, primarily due to its founding charter focused on advancing AI for the benefit of humanity rather than maximizing profits. Analysts note that converting to a for-profit structure could clash with its mission. Despite this, recent moves, such as hiring CFO Sarah Friar and pursuing a $6.5B funding round, suggest a potential IPO. Analysts like Joe Albano and Uttam Dey predict an IPO could happen, but not in the immediate future due to OpenAI’s complex corporate structure.
