Sam Altman's OpenAI is making a high-profile hire to smooth its relationships with governments around the world. George Osborne, who served as UK Chancellor of the Exchequer, is joining the company to run its "OpenAI for Countries" program, which helps governments figure out how to use AI and build the infrastructure to support it.
OpenAI Hires Former UK Chancellor George Osborne to Court Governments on AI
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A Political Heavyweight Joins the AI Race
Osborne announced the move on X Tuesday, calling it a "privilege" to join OpenAI. It's a significant career pivot for someone who's been working at investment bank Evercore, but it signals just how seriously OpenAI is taking its government relations strategy.
Chris Lehane, OpenAI's Chief Global Affairs Officer, said on LinkedIn that Osborne's appointment reflects a shared understanding that AI is becoming essential infrastructure. The decisions being made now about how to develop, govern, and deploy AI will shape global economic and geopolitical dynamics for years to come.
In his new role, Osborne will work directly with governments to build AI infrastructure, improve AI literacy, and help apply AI to public services.
Timing Is Everything
The hire comes at an interesting moment. Earlier this week, the U.S. suspended a technology agreement with the UK, reportedly frustrated with how slowly trade talks have been moving. That raises some awkward questions about whether U.S.-UK AI collaboration will stay on track.
Meanwhile, OpenAI continues its aggressive expansion. The company recently brought on Denise Dresser as Chief Revenue Officer to drive enterprise growth and revenue.
But not everyone is convinced the AI boom is built on solid ground. Jim Cramer and other market observers have warned that the frantic pace of data center and utility station construction might not be sustainable long-term.
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