OpenAI, Anthropic and Nvidia spend record amounts on US lobbying

Anthropic, OpenAI, and Nvidia each reported their highest lobbying spending quarter in the US between July and September, according to federal disclosures. Nvidia led with $2.2 million, followed by Anthropic ($2.1 million) and OpenAI ($1.5 million). These amounts remain in line with long-standing spending by other tech giants like Microsoft or Google, which have regularly spent over $2 million per quarter for years.

The three companies focused on diverse issues, including cybersecurity, child safety, data protection, export controls, and competition policies. Anthropic detailed its work on bills like the *Kids Online Safety Act* and the *AI Overwatch Act*. OpenAI addressed concerns following the Hugging Face attack by advocating for stronger safety frameworks, while Nvidia pushed positions on 6G networks, responsible AI, and semiconductors.

This surge in spending highlights the growing influence of AI companies in US policymaking, ahead of the midterm elections and an evolving regulatory landscape. Firms expect intensified engagement with lawmakers regardless of the election outcome.