Tech and Crypto Giants Under Microscope for Trump Inauguration Contributions
Senators Warren and Bennett are probing major tech and crypto firms, including OpenAI and its CEO Sam Altman, for their lavish donations to Trump's inauguration fund. A personal donation of $1M by Altman is particularly controversial, raising concerns about potential influence-buying. Cryptocurrency companies collectively shelled out about $10M, sparking further inquiry into their intentions. OpenAI is tasked with shedding light on its donation process by the end of January 2025.
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