Rokt rules out an IPO in 2026 as AI uncertainty rocks markets

Rokt rules out an IPO in 2026 as AI uncertainty rocks markets

By Tess Bennett
Publication Date: 2026-01-27 21:30:00

Rokt, one of Australia’s most valuable venture capital-backed companies, has scrapped plans for an expected initial public offering in the next 12 months, telling backers it wants to sidestep volatility in a market trying to get to grips with AI in technology products.

CEO Bruce Buchanan, a former Jetstar boss, told investors and employees Wednesday morning that the advertising technology company would continue to prepare for a future listing but would not pull the trigger this year.

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