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OpenAI Fires Back Against Musk, Claims He Wanted an OpenAI For-Profit
In a shocking turn of events, OpenAI has fired back at Elon Musk, claiming that the billionaire entrepreneur had initially proposed turning the AI research organization into a for-profit entity. This comes as a surprise to many in the tech community, given Musk’s recent lawsuit against OpenAI.
According to emails published by OpenAI, which date back to 2017, Musk suggested transforming the nonprofit organization into a for-profit venture, with himself and other investors holding significant stakes. However, when this proposal was rejected, Musk allegedly pulled out of any further involvement with OpenAI, effectively abandoning his interest in the organization.
This new development adds another layer of complexity to the ongoing feud between the two AI powerhouses. In recent months, Musk has been accusing OpenAI of abandoning its original nonprofit mission and instead focusing on generating profits for its investors. However, these latest revelations suggest that the billionaire may have had a change of heart regarding the organization’s business model.
OpenAI’s decision to transition into a for-profit entity was made with the support of its board members, including Sam Altman and Greg Brockman.
Source: techcrunch.com
