By Межа
Publication Date: 2026-06-09 03:12:00
The startup aims to use a 2028 public listing to boost research funding and global expansion, but market shifts and regulatory scrutiny could alter the timetable.
Perplexity, a young startup in the artificial intelligence space, plans an IPO in 2028, regardless of whether Anthropic or OpenAI goes public. Such steps underscore the company’s strategic trajectory to increase funding to scale research, development, and the deployment of cutting-edge AI solutions on the global market.
According to industry sources, Perplexity aims to use a public offering to raise capital, attract talented personnel, and expand its footprint. The company notes that IPO decisions will be made taking into account market conditions and technological advancements, regardless of competitors’ actions.
What the future IPO means for Perplexity and the AI market
The plan for an IPO in 2028 underscores the growing role of private players in the development of artificial intelligence. A public listing will allow Perplexity to accelerate funding for expanding its products, upgrading its infrastructure, and broadening services for business and consumer markets.
Analysts note that independence from listings of other companies could be an advantage: Perplexity will be able to set its own priorities, pace of development, and schedule for introducing new products, without being tied to partners’ or competitors’ plans. Such steps could influence competition in the fields of chatbots, generative AI,…
