OpenAI Partners With Malta to Offer Free ChatGPT Plus to Citizens Who Complete AI Literacy Course

OpenAI has partnered with Malta's "AI for All" program to offer citizens a free year of ChatGPT Plus upon completing an AI literacy course from the University of Malta.

The initiative aims to increase public understanding of AI and is one of the first national AI literacy programs tied to a major AI company.

Malta's government launched the "AI for All" program to prepare its workforce for an AI-driven economy. The country has positioned itself as a hub for technology and digital innovation in Europe.

The University of Malta developed the AI literacy course, which covers the basics of how AI works, its applications, and its ethical implications. The course is free and available online to all Maltese citizens.

Upon completing the course, participants receive a free one-year subscription to ChatGPT Plus, which includes access to OpenAI's most advanced models and features.

OpenAI said the partnership reflects its commitment to making AI accessible and understandable to people around the world. The company has faced criticism for the pace of AI development and its potential impact on jobs and society.

Malta has a population of about 500,000. If even a fraction of citizens complete the course, it would represent one of the highest rates of AI literacy training per capita in the world.

The program is expected to launch in the third quarter of 2026. Other European countries are watching the initiative closely, with several considering similar programs.

AI literacy has become a priority for governments as AI tools become more common in workplaces and daily life.