From The Verge · Jay Peters · · 50s
OpenAI drops NDAs on data center deals
Following voter backlash at the midterms, OpenAI commits to transparency with local officials on its data center projects.
In brief
Following voter backlash at the midterms, OpenAI commits to transparency with local officials on its data center projects. OpenAI will no longer use non-disclosure agreements with public officials on data center projects, responding to midterm voters' opposition to expansion. Originally reported by The Verge.
Voters reject data center expansion
This week's midterms saw voters resoundingly voice their opposition to data center expansion, prompting OpenAI to announce new community commitments.
OpenAI drops NDAs with officials
OpenAI will no longer use non-disclosure agreements with public officials, allowing only narrow protections for security information, trade secrets, or proprietary data.
“only narrow protections covering legitimate security information, trade secrets, or proprietary or competitively sensitive information”
New commitments to local communities
OpenAI will pay the full cost of electricity and infrastructure it uses, publish job opportunities, report on hiring, and create local compacts reflecting community priorities.
The short version
OpenAI will no longer use non-disclosure agreements with public officials on data center projects, responding to midterm voters' opposition to expansion.
