OpenAI: US Gov't Stake Talks & Public AI Wealth Fund

OpenAI is reportedly in early talks to give a 5% stake in the company to the US government. This move comes as AI companies try to improve relations with Donald Trump’s administration. OpenAI's CEO, Sam Altman, suggests giving the public a financial stake is the best way to share AI's benefits. The proposal might also include other US AI companies giving a similar stake. This could help the industry's relationship with the Trump administration and gain political support by sharing AI wealth with the public. These "conceptual" talks are in early stages, and any deal might need an act of Congress. Both OpenAI and Anthropic have previously suggested a public wealth fund could distribute shares to the public. This could give every citizen a stake in AI-driven economic growth.