OpenAI is proposing to grant the US government a 5% equity stake in the company, a move that would allow Washington to directly share in the financial upside of the artificial intelligence boom.
The proposal is part of a broader framework that would see the US government hold similar positions in other leading US artificial intelligence developers.
The suggestion represents a novel approach to public-private partnership in the tech sector, potentially redefining the relationship between regulators and the companies they oversee.
By taking an equity position, the government would align its interests with the commercial success of these firms, rather than relying solely on regulatory oversight or tax revenues.
This development comes as the US government seeks to maintain its competitive edge in AI technology while addressing concerns about national security and economic dominance.
The proposal could pave the way for a new model of state involvement in high-growth technology sectors, where the government acts as both regulator and investor.