🔊 Altman Responds to Anthropic IPO Filing: “Timing Isn’t the Point” OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has commented on Anthropic’s early confidential IPO filing, emphasizing that a public listing should be viewed purely as a financing step rather than a timing competition. Speaking on CNBC’s Power Lunch, Altman addressed reports of Anthropic filing its S-1 ahead of rivals, including speculation that OpenAI is also preparing its own confidential submission. OpenAI is reportedly working with Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley on its IPO preparations, with internal targets previously pointing toward a filing timeline around late May 2026 and a potential public listing in fall 2026. Despite Anthropic’s move, which some view as an early advantage in the capital markets race, Altman downplayed any sense of rivalry over IPO timing. He stressed that going public is simply a financial milestone, not a strategic contest. He added that the real focus for AI companies should remain on building strong technology and sustainable business models, rather than competing over listing schedules. On OpenAI’s own IPO plans, Altman noted that the company will proceed according to its own timeline and will not adjust its approach based on competitors’ actions. $OPENAI $AI #AnthropicFilesForIPO #HYPEHitsNewATH #StrategySellsBitcoin