[OpenAI Reportedly Set to Secretly File for IPO as Early as This Friday, Valuation Exceeds $850 Billion] According to Zhitong Finance, OpenAI is expected to secretly submit a draft IPO prospectus as early as this Friday, preparing for what could become one of the largest IPOs in global history. Sources familiar with the matter revealed that OpenAI is collaborating with investment banks such as Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley, aiming to complete the confidential filing within the next few days or weeks. Currently, OpenAI's valuation in the private market has exceeded $850 billion. In a statement, an OpenAI spokesperson said: 'As part of normal corporate governance, we regularly evaluate various strategic options. The company's current focus remains on executing its business.' The report indicates that OpenAI could potentially launch its IPO as early as the fourth quarter of this year.