OpenAI is stepping back from NDAs for data center projects

What happened: OpenAI announced new commitments to communities where it is working on data center projects, including that it won't use non-disclosure agreements with public officials. It says it will allow only narrow protections covering security information, trade secrets, or proprietary or competitively sensitive information. Why it matters: Data center projects have come under scrutiny for relying on NDAs to hide discussions between developers and local officials. The announcement follows midterms where voters voiced opposition to data center expansion. Coverage: 9 outlets in 24h

OpenAI announced new commitments to communities where it is working on data center projects, including that it won't use non-disclosure agreements with public officials. It says it will allow only narrow protections covering security information, trade secrets, or proprietary or competitively sensitive information.

Data center projects have come under scrutiny for relying on NDAs to hide discussions between developers and local officials. The announcement follows midterms where voters voiced opposition to data center expansion.