[OpenAI CFO: Midterm Election Did Not Significantly Change IPO Plans] According to a CNBC interview transcript on November 7th, OpenAI CFO Sarah Friar stated that the company previously indicated it would continue to consider an IPO in 2027, and the US midterm election results have not significantly altered this plan. Friar stated that the company's management team needs to address different scenarios; if the midterm elections mean greater external focus on data centers and the community, OpenAI will continue to engage with the community and build trust. She also stated that the company will continue to invest in meeting the needs of its AI customers.