Oura CEO talks potential IPO and ‘nonnegotiable’ data privacy

In a recent dialogue with The New York Times, Tom Hale, the CEO of Oura Health, chose not to address rumors about the company seeking additional funding that could elevate its valuation to nearly $11 billion. Instead, he focused on the potential for taking Oura public. "We’ve certainly reached significant milestones in terms of size, trajectory, and growth," Hale remarked. "Going public is an option we could consider, and we will communicate our intentions when the time is right." Oura has recently projected an impressive revenue of $1 billion for this year, marking a substantial increase from its earnings in 2024. Hale also shared insights into his personal sleep patterns, revealing that he averages 7.5 hours of sleep each night. When questioned about Oura’s involvement in data-sharing initiatives launched during the Trump administration, Hale emphasized the company’s commitment to empowering customers to share their data thoughtfully. "It's not about simply sharing my data with the Trump administration. That’s not our approach," he clarified. Hale firmly stated that, "the privacy and security of your data is nonnegotiable," particularly when there are risks of misuse.