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Tue, 07 Apr 2026 OpenAI encourages firms to trial four-day weeks to adapt to AI era

The ChatGPT-maker said its early policy ideas aim to prompt discussions about action needed as AI systems become more capable.

* Employers should consider trialling a four-day work week as AI use and demand grows in the workplace.
* OpenAI suggests creating more work opportunities in people-facing sectors such as childcare, education and healthcare.
* The company proposes incentives for firms to improve workers' benefits, including: + Piloting four-day work weeks with no loss in pay + Increasing retirement contributions + Covering more healthcare costs + Subsidising childcare
* OpenAI warns that rapid advancements in AI will bring significant changes to the workplace and society, including potentially displacing people from jobs.
* The company suggests a "public wealth fund" to give citizens a stake in AI-driven economic growth.
* Other experts have expressed skepticism about the feasibility of these proposals, citing the need for significant changes in politics and labor laws.