OpenAI and Grab are teaming up to bring practical AI education to Southeast Asia through a new regional program called GO Forward with AI. The initiative is designed to help 30,000 Grab partners gain hands-on skills for using AI in everyday work.
This is a meaningful step for AI accessibility because it focuses on real people and practical use cases, rather than only technical experts. For drivers, delivery partners, merchants, and other members of Grab’s ecosystem, better AI skills could support productivity, communication, business operations, and digital confidence.
Why this matters
- Regional reach: The program spans Southeast Asia, a fast-growing digital economy with millions of platform workers and small businesses.
- Practical focus: Training is centered on usable AI skills that can be applied in day-to-day tasks.
- Inclusive upskilling: The partnership helps broaden access to AI knowledge beyond traditional tech circles.
As AI tools become more widely adopted, programs like GO Forward with AI can help ensure more people benefit from the technology. By combining OpenAI’s AI expertise with Grab’s regional network, the initiative has the potential to turn AI learning into tangible opportunity for thousands of partners.