OpenAI has announced "OpenAI for Countries," a new initiative aimed at helping nations develop their own artificial intelligence infrastructure. This program is part of the Stargate project, a $500 billion effort to invest in US AI infrastructure over four years.
The initiative's primary objective is to support countries in building their AI capabilities while promoting democratic AI values. OpenAI aims to provide secure data centers, customized versions of ChatGPT, and a national AI startup fund to seed healthy national AI ecosystems.
By partnering with countries, OpenAI plans to launch 10 projects in the initiative's first phase, working closely with the US government to promote democratic AI values globally. This effort positions the US as a leader in AI development, with OpenAI committed to developing security controls and processes to ensure the safe deployment of AI models.
The initiative also aims to create new jobs, companies, and revenue streams, while promoting a growing network effect for democratic AI. By providing a clear alternative to authoritarian versions of AI, OpenAI seeks to promote democratic values and principles in AI development and deployment.
