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OpenAI and Anthropic now out-lobby Nvidia in Washington

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In Q2 2026, OpenAI and Anthropic significantly increased their federal lobbying spending, surpassing Nvidia and aiming to influence US policy ahead of major IPOs and regulatory challenges. Established tech giants maintained steady lobbying budgets, while defense contractors slightly reduced theirs.

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