The Infrastructure Race: American Competitiveness in the AI Era

AI is quickly becoming a strategic advantage for nations. For the United States to stay ahead we need to broaden the conversation beyond software, to include the physical infrastructure that powers AI, including advanced chips, energy, data centers, and the compute needed to train and run increasingly capable systems.

Join the OpenAI Forum for a timely conversation about why AI infrastructure matters to U.S. competitiveness, economic growth, and national resilience. We’ll explore how investments in computing capacity and related infrastructure can help drive breakthroughs in areas like healthcare, can support innovation in new industries, and ensure the United States remains a global leader in the next era of technology.

The discussion will also examine what it takes to build this future responsibly in partnership with local communities, balancing speed, security, sustainability, and broad access so the benefits of AI reach more people. Whether you’re interested in technology, policy, business, or the future of the economy, this conversation will offer a clear and practical look at one of the most important issues shaping the AI era.