OpenAI Keeps A.I. Free In India: Opportunity Or Strategic Risk?
OpenAI has announced that at least one of its AI models will remain free for users in India for the foreseeable future — a move that promises massive access, innovation and adoption. But the announcement also raises critical questions. While free AI can empower startups, students and developers, experts warn against over-dependence on a single company or country for such a strategic technology. Just like energy security once revolved around oil, AI is fast becoming a geopolitical asset. The real challenge for India is balancing access with autonomy — building AI deployments that allow flexibility, local participation and strong governance around safety and data. Is free AI a growth accelerator, or could it turn India into a data-mining market? The debate has just begun.
OpenAI has announced that at least one of its AI models will remain free for users in India for the foreseeable future — a move that promises massive access, innovation and adoption. But the announcement also raises critical questions. While free AI can empower startups, students and developers, experts warn against over-dependence on a single company or country for such a strategic technology. Just like energy security once revolved around oil, AI is fast becoming a geopolitical asset. The real challenge for India is balancing access with autonomy — building AI deployments that allow flexibility, local participation and strong governance around safety and data. Is free AI a growth accelerator, or could it turn India into a data-mining market? The debate has just begun.
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