OpenAI reportedly in early talks to offer US government 5% stake
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Lauren Almeida
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OpenAI is in early-stage talks to give the US government a 5% stake in the company, according to the Financial Times. CEO Sam Altman argues this would allow the American public to share in the benefits of AI. The proposal may also involve other US AI companies offering similar stakes to the government, though details remain unclear. The move appears aimed at smoothing relations with the incoming Trump administration.
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Hacker NewsOpenAI reportedly in early talks to offer US government 5% staketheguardian.comKey quotes
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