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OpenAI distances itself from cofounder Greg Brockman's political donations

Greg Brockman and his wife donated $25 million to a pro-AI political network — and OpenAI says the company has nothing to do with it.

OpenAI distances itself from cofounder Greg Brockman's political donations

TL;DR

  • OpenAI has stated it is not involved with cofounder Greg Brockman's political donations.
  • Brockman and his wife donated $25 million to the pro-AI political network Leading the Future (LTF).
  • OpenAI clarified that it does not direct LTF's activities or have visibility into their operations.
  • The company confirmed it has not donated to any super PACs or political campaigns.
  • OpenAI called for "thoughtful regulation" of AI and transparency from advocacy groups.
  • The statements come as AI regulation becomes a central topic in political debates.