OpenAI's Request for Government Support Sparks Controversy

According to BlockBeats, OpenAI submitted an 11-page letter to the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy on October 27, requesting loan guarantees and direct funding for AI infrastructure development. However, just ten days later, CEO Sam Altman publicly stated on social media that "OpenAI does not need or want government guarantees," emphasizing that "taxpayers should not bear the cost of poor business decisions by companies." Previously, OpenAI's Chief Financial Officer Sarah Friar mentioned at a Wall Street Journal event that federal "guarantees" could reduce the financing costs for AI infrastructure. Her comments were quickly retracted following controversy. This incident has reignited questions about Altman's transparency, recalling his brief dismissal in November 2023 due to "inconsistent candor."