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Printed Friday, 2 October 2026
Edition of Sunday, 1 November 2026

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Science

OpenAI valuation rose to $1.0-$1.1 trillion in October

It also reclaimed its lead in text-to-Image AI and resumed model training.

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lead market 32%next 17%1 venuesettles Sat 31 Oct3 markets behind this

The increase coincided with the company's return to model training after a pause. At the same time, OpenAI topped rankings for text-to-Image artificial intelligence performance.

This placed OpenAI in the trillion-dollar bracket.

A performance review on 31 October identified OpenAI as having the best text-to-Image AI system. The assessment compared its output against offerings from Microsoft AI, Tencent and Black Forest Labs. OpenAI's model generated higher quality images across benchmark tests.

OpenAI announced the resumption of its model training program on 1 November. The restart followed a temporary suspension earlier in the year. Training activities were expected to accelerate development of upcoming models.

Analysis

However, sustaining such a valuation will depend on the company's ability to generate revenue and manage competition.

Leading the text-to-Image AI field gives OpenAI a competitive edge in creative and commercial applications, potentially expanding its user base and licensing opportunities. The advantage may be challenged as other firms continue to improve their own Image generation models.

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OpenAI’s valuation end of October 2026?: $1.00-$1.10T, 32% settles Saturday, 31 October 2026 · polymarket · see the market
OpenAI resumes training by October 31, 2026?: Yes, 75% settles Sunday, 1 November 2026 · polymarket · see the market
Which company has the best Text-to-Image AI end of October?: OpenAI, 86% settles Saturday, 31 October 2026 · polymarket · see the market
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