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The company aims to replicate its Stargate project in other countries through sovereign data centers, customized ChatGPT, and national funds for startups, in partnership with interested governments.
OpenAI has announced the launch of OpenAI for Countries, a new strategic initiative under its ambitious Stargate project, whose first phase is underway with the construction of a supercomputing campus in Abilene, Texas, in collaboration with Oracle, SoftBank, and the U.S. government.
This new program responds to the growing interest from multiple countries that have requested OpenAI’s support to develop national artificial intelligence infrastructure, replicating the Stargate approach but tailored to their local needs. The goal is to foster a global AI network that respects democratic values and serves as an alternative to authoritarian models of technological governance.
Digital Democracy, Sovereignty, and International Cooperation
“We are at a crucial moment to decide what kind of AI we want to build as a global society,” states OpenAI in the official announcement. “We want to support countries that wish to build on democratic AI rails and offer a clear alternative to authoritarian models that seek to use AI to concentrate power.”
The initiative includes five key pillars of collaboration:
1. Sovereign Data Centers
OpenAI will work with governments to build secure national data centers, ensuring sovereignty over data, enhancing local industries, and facilitating the deployment of private AI solutions that are adapted to and compliant with international privacy standards.
2. Country-Specific Customized ChatGPT
Each participating country will be able to offer its citizens a localized and culturally adapted version of ChatGPT, with applications in health, education, and public services. This AI model will be designed “by, for, and of” the local population.
3. AI Safety and Governance
The company is committed to evolving safety controls as its models gain power. This includes technical, physical, and process safeguards, as well as a continuous dialogue about human rights and democratic processes on an international scale.
4. National Funds for AI Startups
OpenAI will co-finance alongside partner governments a national seed fund aimed at fostering local innovation ecosystems. The goal is to create new companies, jobs, and revenue linked to the new technological infrastructure.
5. Expansion of the Stargate Project with U.S. Leadership
Participating countries will also join as strategic partners in the expansion of the Stargate ecosystem, supporting U.S. leadership in AI and promoting a global network based on democratic principles and open cooperation.
An Initial Phase with 10 Countries
OpenAI plans to launch this initiative with 10 bilateral agreements with interested governments or regions, which could be expanded in later phases. Initial contacts will be made through embassies in the United States and via OpenAI’s international offices.
The company emphasizes that this initiative aims to “scale human capability” and foster sustainable economic growth through AI, aligned with values such as freedom, open innovation, the protection of digital rights, and fair competition.
Source: OpenAI