OpenAI proposed donating 5% of its equity to a US sovereign wealth fund
TechCrunch·July 2, 2026
Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, has proposed donating 5% of the company's equity to a US sovereign wealth fund. This move aims to allow the public to share in the financial gains from the AI boom. The proposal revives discussions about the distribution of benefits from AI advancements. OpenAI's potential donation could set a precedent for other companies in the AI industry.
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