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OpenAI Unveils $100 Billion AI Infrastructure Plan with Economic Zones and National Transmission Act to Compete with China

Nov 13, 2024, 06:21 PM

OpenAI has unveiled a comprehensive plan aimed at enhancing the United States' artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure to better compete with China's advancements. The proposal emphasizes the importance of collaboration among the U.S. and its allies, advocating for private sector investment and tailored government actions. Key elements of the plan include the establishment of AI economic zones, leveraging the U.S. Navy's nuclear power expertise, and the construction of a $100 billion AI data center in partnership with the U.S. government. OpenAI's strategy also calls for a National Transmission Highway Act to ensure equitable access to AI technology, likening its potential impact to that of electricity. The initiative is set to be presented in Washington, D.C., and is expected to spark a significant lobbying and policy debate, particularly with the incoming Trump administration. OpenAI's leadership, including CEO Sam Altman, is actively promoting this blueprint as a foundational step for the future of the AI industry in the U.S.