A major expansion of its activities has been outlined by OpenAI Foundation, signalling a broader effort to ensure AI delivers tangible benefits while addressing emerging risks.

The organisation plans to invest at least $1 billion over the next year, forming part of a wider $25 billion commitment focused on disease research and AI resilience.

AI is increasingly reshaping healthcare, scientific discovery and economic productivity, offering pathways to faster medical breakthroughs and more efficient public services.

OpenAI Foundation frames such potential as central to its…