This market predicts whether OpenAI will announce a dedicated grant program specifically for external AI alignment research projects by December 31, 2024.

Resolves YES if:

• OpenAI officially announces or confirms the establishment of a dedicated grant program for external AI alignment research projects on or before December 31, 2024.

Resolves NO if:

• OpenAI does not announce a dedicated grant program for external AI alignment research projects by December 31, 2024.

Resolves as NA if:

• OpenAI ceases to exist, undergoes significant restructuring, or experiences any other event that renders the original intent of the market unclear or irrelevant.

Definitions:

• "Dedicated grant program" refers to a funding initiative, formally announced and organized by OpenAI, with the specific aim of supporting external research projects that focus on AI alignment. This program should have clear guidelines, application processes, and funding allocation criteria. The program must not have been announced before this market's creation.

• "External AI alignment research projects" are research projects conducted by individuals or organizations outside of OpenAI, focusing on understanding and solving the alignment problem in AI, ensuring that AI systems reliably learn and follow human values and intentions.

• "OpenAI" mainly refers to OpenAI as an organization but also includes announcements made by executives or heavy investors. If OpenAI is acquired, the term refers to the acquiring entity. If OpenAI dissolves, this market resolves NA.