Key Takeaways
- OpenAI is launching “OpenAI for Countries” to expand AI infrastructure globally.
- It will partner with governments to build data centers and customize AI for local needs.
- Funding will be a joint effort between OpenAI and participating nations.
- The initial goal is 10 international projects to promote its AI technology.
OpenAI is kicking off a new global initiative called “OpenAI for Countries.”
The company aims to build up local capabilities, making it easier for international customers to use its AI.
As part of this, OpenAI will work hand-in-hand with governments.
Together, they’ll tackle projects like increasing data center capacity and tailoring tools, such as ChatGPT, to fit local languages and specific needs.
Funding for this program will be a shared responsibility, with contributions from both OpenAI and the governments in each country, the startup announced.
OpenAI plans to start with about 10 international projects, though it hasn’t yet revealed where these will be.
The company expressed a desire to “spread democratic AI.” This suggests an effort to encourage countries to use Western AI systems, like OpenAI’s, rather than alternatives from China.
This new program looks set to work alongside OpenAI’s major AI data center expansion, Project Stargate. According to TechCrunch, Project Stargate is also looking to grow beyond the U.S. “OpenAI for Countries” might use Stargate’s infrastructure or even its investment sources.
