OpenAI Inks Multi-Year Government Deal With $0 License Fee, 50% Off Usage
Summary
OpenAI and the GSA announced a multi-year agreement with a $0 license fee and 50% off usage for cyber defenders and governments. The deal expands ChatGPT eligibility to 23 million U.S. public-sector employees and runs 27 months from October 2026 to December 2028. Daybreak Blue access is approved for government at 50% off commercial pricing. This is a significant public-sector expansion that could drive adoption and revenue, though the $0 license fee means monetization relies on usage. The agreement follows a series of high-profile safety incidents and regulatory scrutiny, suggesting a strategic push to secure government trust and contracts.
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