OpenAI has launched the Cybersecurity Grant Program to support the development and implementation of AI-driven cybersecurity solutions. The program offers a total fund of $1 million, which will be distributed as $10,000 API credits and direct funds. OpenAI is inviting individuals and organizations worldwide to submit proposals that address the practical applications of AI in defensive cybersecurity. The program aims to enhance the capabilities and effectiveness of individuals defending against cyberattacks. Interested applicants can submit their proposals on an ongoing basis, and OpenAI will evaluate them based on alignment with the program’s core objectives.
OpenAI is a company that specializes in artificial intelligence research and development. The company was founded in 2015 by notable figures in the tech industry, including Elon Musk and Sam Altman. OpenAI’s primary focus is researching and creating safe, ethical, and beneficial artificial intelligence that can be used for societal benefit.
The Cybersecurity Grant Program was launched by OpenAI CEO Sam Altman in June 2023. Sam is a businessman and entrepreneur who co-founded Loopt, a mobile social networking application, and Hydrazine Capital, an investment firm, before joining OpenAI. He is also a board member of startups such as Reddit, Airbnb, and Boom Supersonic. As CEO of OpenAI, Sam leads the company’s strategy and oversees its operations.
