OpenAI Chief Sam Altman Becomes the First To Get Indonesia's 'Golden Visa' - Slashdot
Sep 09, 2023 - slashdot.org
Indonesia has granted OpenAI CEO Sam Altman its first "Golden Visa", a program designed to attract foreign investment to the country. The visa is awarded to individuals with an international reputation who can provide benefits for Indonesia. The expectation is that Altman will contribute to the development and use of AI in the country.
The Golden Visa is valid for 10 years and offers Altman benefits such as priority screening at Indonesian airports, longer periods of stay, and ease of entry and exit.
Key takeaways:
OpenAI Chief Executive Sam Altman has been awarded Indonesia's first "Golden Visa", a program designed to attract foreign investment.
The golden visa is given to figures who have an international reputation and can provide benefits for Indonesia.
With this visa, Indonesia hopes that Altman can contribute towards the development and use of AI in the country.
The Golden Visa allows Altman to enjoy priority screening at airports, longer periods of stay, and ease of entry and exit in Indonesia for 10 years.
