# AI firms hit new quarterly highs in US lobbying spending

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/openai-anthropic-and-nvidia-had-record-lobbying-quarters/
- Published: 2026-10-22T15:50:30+00:00
- Updated: 2026-10-22T16:29:39+00:00
- Original publisher: The Verge
- Original article: https://www.theverge.com/policy/1016585/openai-anthropic-nvidia-lobbying-records
- Topics: AI, Art, Culture, Technology

## Key points

- Nvidia led the AI firms at $2.2 million.
- Anthropic and OpenAI also hit quarterly records.
- Policy engagement is rising ahead of the midterms.

## Summary

Anthropic, OpenAI and Nvidia each set a quarterly lobbying spending record from July to September, showing how actively the AI companies are seeking to shape policy. Their increased engagement comes as lawmakers debate AI safety, data centre costs and industry oversight ahead of the midterm elections.

Nvidia spent $2.2 million, Anthropic $2.1 million and OpenAI $1.5 million. Their filings covered issues including AI safety, cybersecurity, export controls and energy costs; Apple also set a record, spending $3.1 million. The AI firms’ quarterly spending has risen sharply: OpenAI had not spent $1 million in a quarter before this year, and Nvidia exceeded $2 million for the first time.

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