OpenAI’s Sam Altman Has a New Idea for a Universal Basic Income

From Business Insider: 2024-05-12 17:36:00

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has proposed a new concept called “universal basic compute” as a way to support those facing financial struggles in the rapidly advancing tech world. Altman envisions a system where individuals receive computational resources that can be utilized, sold, or donated, similar to owning a piece of productivity. He previously supported the idea of universal basic income and conducted his own experiment offering monthly payments to thousands of participants. While guaranteed basic income programs in various cities and states have shown positive outcomes, some conservatives argue against such initiatives, highlighting potential disincentives to work. Altman’s new proposal is likely to spark debate and interest across political spectrums.



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