OpenAI Hires Ex-UK Treasury Chief Osborne for Global AI Push

OpenAI has hired former UK Treasury chief George Osborne to lead a new effort to work with governments on building artificial intelligence infrastructure, tapping a high-profile political figure as countries race to secure the data centers and computing power needed to run advanced AI systems.

OpenAI Chief Operating Officer Brad Lightcap said in a social media post Tuesday that Osborne will serve as head of “OpenAI for Countries.” Lightcap said governments need help understanding how AI fits into their economic strategy and public services such as health care and education.

The hire of Osborne, who will be based in London, ...