OpenAI’s 5% Stake Proposal | US News

US News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 2, 2026 · 1m

OpenAI is reportedly negotiating with the U.S. government to give the public a 5% stake in the company, modeled after Alaska’s Permanent Fund, to ensure Americans share in AI’s economic boom. CEO Sam Altman is engaging with Trump administration officials to ease regulatory concerns and build public support, while Senator Bernie Sanders pushes a similar—but more ambitious—plan. The idea aims to distribute AI-generated wealth more equitably as automation reshapes the economy. Though still early and needing Congressional approval, this could redefine the relationship between tech giants and the…