OpenAI calls for a four-day workweek - and a 'robot tax'

"OpenAI's proposal includes a public wealth fund where the government and AI companies invest in assets linked to the AI boom, distributing returns to citizens."

"The document emphasizes the need for modernizing the tax system, focusing more on corporate profits and capital rather than earned income."

"Ideas about implementing a special tax on automated work, often referred to as a 'robot tax', were raised to address the economic consequences of AI."

OpenAI has proposed several measures to mitigate the economic effects of rapid AI advancements. A public wealth fund is suggested, where the government and AI companies invest in AI-related assets, distributing returns to citizens. Additionally, there is a call for tax system modernization, emphasizing corporate profits and capital over earned income. The concept of a 'robot tax' on automated work has also been introduced as a potential solution to address these economic challenges.

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