OpenAI completed a $7 billion employee tender offer and share buyback at a reported $852 billion valuation

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OpenAI reportedly completed a $7 billion employee share buyback via a tender offer intended to provide liquidity for employees. The buyback was executed at a reported $852 billion valuation, and the move is described as self-funded, potentially affecting expectations for if and when an IPO could occur.