How do Maltese citizens get ChatGPT Plus for free?

Citizens must complete an AI literacy course developed by the University of Malta. After completion, they can access ChatGPT Plus for one year at no cost.

When does the programme start?

The first phase of the programme will launch in May, with the Malta Digital Innovation Authority managing distribution.

What is the OpenAI for Countries initiative?

It is OpenAI's effort to support governments and institutions in adopting AI strategically, tailored to local priorities such as education, workforce training, or public services. The partnership with Malta is its latest example.

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OpenAI partners with Malta to offer free ChatGPT Plus to all citizens

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What happened
OpenAI and the Government of Malta announced a world's first partnership to roll out ChatGPT Plus to all Maltese citizens. The first phase launches in May, with the Malta Digital Innovation Authority managing distribution.
Why it matters
The initiative pairs free access to ChatGPT Plus for one year with an AI literacy course developed by the University of Malta, aiming to help citizens use AI responsibly at home and work. This is the latest under OpenAI for Countries, following similar work with Estonia and Greece.
What to watch
The rollout's success will hinge on how many citizens complete the course and how effectively the government distributes access. Watch for the programme's scale in May as more residents and citizens abroad complete the course.

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Context & Analysis

The partnership builds on OpenAI's stated vision of turning intelligence into a global utility, much like electricity. By embedding the rollout in a locally designed course, Malta aims to ensure that free access translates into practical skills. The model combines education, distribution, and national strategy, which the article suggests could speed AI adoption and bring benefits to the economy and everyday life. The initiative is part of OpenAI for Countries, which already works with Estonia and Greece on education. Malta's choice to make the course a prerequisite for free access is notable; it ties usage to responsible AI learning. The outcome will likely depend on how many citizens complete the course and how well the Malta Digital Innovation Authority manages distribution. If successful, this could serve as a template for other governments, but whether that happens remains to be seen. As Minister Silvio Schembri put it, Malta is the first to launch a partnership of this scale, and OpenAI's George Osborne hopes others will follow.

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How do Maltese citizens get ChatGPT Plus for free?: Citizens must complete an AI literacy course developed by the University of Malta. After completion, they can access ChatGPT Plus for one year at no cost.
When does the programme start?: The first phase of the programme will launch in May, with the Malta Digital Innovation Authority managing distribution.
What is the OpenAI for Countries initiative?: It is OpenAI's effort to support governments and institutions in adopting AI strategically, tailored to local priorities such as education, workforce training, or public services. The partnership with Malta is its latest example.

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