OpenAI Offers US Government Stake

OpenAI has begun discussions to give the US government a 5 percent stake in the company, a move that could fundamentally reshape ties between the technology industry and Washington.

The proposal has raised concerns about a ‘governance overhang’ that could complicate a planned initial public offering.

Other major US AI companies are also reportedly involved in talks with the administration.

The initiative is seen as part of OpenAI’s effort to woo the Trump administration as an investor.