# OpenAI wants a stronger hand in how artificial intelligence is discussed.

*business · news · 2026-04-06 · TechStartups.com*

## Key points

- OpenAI has acquired TBPN, a tech talk show, for a reported low hundreds of millions.
- TBPN will be integrated into OpenAI's communications and policy division under Chris Lehane.
- TBPN will discontinue its advertising business as part of the acquisition by OpenAI.
- OpenAI aims to influence public conversation around AI, not just develop technology.

**Companies:** OpenAI
**Countries:** United States

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