The Donald Trump administration is reportedly exploring whether the U.S. government should take ownership stakes in leading artificial intelligence companies, a move that comes days after Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) unveiled a proposal calling for public ownership of major AI firms.
Government Equity Stakes In AI Firms
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Senior U.S. officials have held preliminary discussions with major AI companies about potentially transferring shares to the government voluntarily, according to a report from NOTUS citing people familiar with the matter.
Under the reported discussions, returns from those holdings could be directed toward public initiatives, including potential dividend payments to American households.
