OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and the White House are discussing a potential U.S. government equity stake in the artificial intelligence firm. These negotiations have reportedly been in progress for more than one year. The proposal involves OpenAI voluntarily ceding or donating equity to the federal government.
The plan aligns with an April policy paper detailing a Public Wealth Fund. This fund would use the government's equity stake to distribute AI-driven economic benefits to the American public. Potential distributions could include direct returns or dividends.
No official terms have been finalized as discussions continue.