Proposed a new alternative to universal basic income by Sam Altman, suggesting the distribution of AI-related computing power to individuals instead of direct cash payments, reflecting growing concerns about the impact of technology on the labor market.
Details
The proposal, dubbed Universal Basic Compute, would grant each individual a share of AI computing power that they could use, sell, or donate.
It comes as part of a broader debate over how to redistribute the value created by artificial intelligence, amid expectations of reduced demand for traditional jobs.
In the same context, a policy document from OpenAI called for:
- Strengthening social safety nets such as Social Security and healthcare
- Introducing temporary measures like expanded unemployment benefits
- Automatically activating these measures when AI-related labor disruption indicators reach certain thresholds
What’s Next?
The debate is shifting toward testing practical models for redistributing AI-driven value, with governments expected to step in with regulatory frameworks.
