OpenAI has announced a new arrangement with the U.S. General Services Administration to broaden government access to its AI tools. Under the terms, eligible federal, state, local, and tribal governments are offered $0 license fees and a 50% discount on usage. The move is designed to lower financial barriers for public-sector agencies adopting AI.
The partnership also includes expanded cyber defense support, signaling a focus on security as part of the offering. By combining discounted access with additional defensive capabilities, OpenAI is positioning its tools as practical options for government workloads that require both cost efficiency and stronger protection.
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