AI Matters
Why it matters
OpenAI proposes giving the US government a five percent stake
The Verge AI OpenAI floats giving Trump administration 5 percent cut of AI boom
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has reportedly proposed giving a 5% ownership stake to a U.S. sovereign wealth fund. The move is aimed at easing tensions with the Trump administration and addressing public backlash over the rapid rise of artificial intelligence.
Why it matters
A government stake could align federal interests with OpenAI, potentially easing regulatory pressure and shaping how public funds support AI development.
Latest brief · Jul 22, 2026