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OpenAI’s President Gave Millions to Trump. He Says It’s for Humanity | WIRED
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Greg Brockman, OpenAI's president, has made significant political donations, including $25 million to MAGA Inc. and a bipartisan AI super PAC. He aims to support pro-AI politicians amid growing public concern about AI. Despite his intentions, his donations have sparked backlash, including the QuitGPT movement, and raised internal dissent within OpenAI regarding the appropriateness of his political involvement.
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- Brockman donated $25 million to MAGA Inc. and plans to give another $25 million to a bipartisan AI super PAC.
- Public opinion on AI has turned negative, prompting Brockman to support pro-AI politicians.
- The QuitGPT movement is gaining traction, with over 700,000 people signing a petition against Brockman's donations.