US government secures one year of ChatGPT Enterprise for just $1
OpenAI Deploys ChatGPT Enterprise to Empower U.S. Federal Employees
OpenAI announced it will allow U.S. executive branch workers to use a business‑grade ChatGPT Enterprise for a year, charging just $1 for the service. The partnership with the U.S. General Services Administration gives federal officials secure, high‑performance AI tools to address problems faster and for more people.
Key Features of the Federal Deployment
- Privacy‑First Design – ChatGPT Enterprise does not use business data to train or improve OpenAI models, a rule that will also apply to federal use.
- Secure Access – Federal workers will have a protected AI environment that guards sensitive public data.
- Affordable Pricing – The service is available for $1 per user for the duration of the partnership.
OpenAI’s Broader U.S. Government Initiative
Earlier this year, OpenAI launched an initiative focused on equipping U.S. government workers with advanced AI tools. The announcement came as the Department of Defense awarded OpenAI a $200 million contract to integrate generative AI into military operations. OpenAI plans to demonstrate how AI can improve administrative operations, such as how service members receive health care, and to support cyber defense applications.
Global AI Infrastructure Strategy
OpenAI is also leading an “OpenAI for Countries” campaign to help nations build their own AI infrastructures. The U.S. government is a partner in these projects, which involve local and OpenAI resources to establish data centers and deliver customized ChatGPT versions.
Competition from Chinese Rival DeepSeek
OpenAI’s push to embed its technology in national AI platforms comes amid growing competition from Chinese AI competitor DeepSeek, which has delivered powerful models at a lower cost. The rising success of DeepSeek has rattled Silicon Valley and amplified calls for U.S. big tech to protect its technological dominance.
“Stargate” Funding and Global AI Expansion
The “OpenAI for Countries” initiative was launched in June under President Donald Trump’s “Stargate” program, which announced up to $500 billion in U.S. AI infrastructure investment. OpenAI, in coordination with the U.S. government, will help countries establish data centers and provide locally tailored versions of ChatGPT, supporting global AI development.
