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Meta to Block OpenAI’s For-Profit Shift

December 16, 2024
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Meta has requested that California Attorney General Rob Bonta intervene to block OpenAI’s transition from a non-profit organization to a for-profit entity, citing concerns over the broader impact such a move would have on Silicon Valley. In a letter sent to Bonta, Meta argued that OpenAI’s shift could have seismic consequences, particularly as non-profit investors would gain similar financial rewards as traditional for-profit investors, while still benefiting from tax advantages. Meta expressed concerns that this could create an unfair competitive environment, potentially distorting market dynamics.

Meta’s involvement in the matter is not just due to its position as a major player in the AI sector but also because it sees OpenAI’s move as a direct challenge to the principles that govern non-profit and for-profit distinctions in Silicon Valley. In its letter, Meta urged Bonta to take “direct action” to halt the change, positioning Elon Musk and former OpenAI board member Shivon Zilis as qualified individuals to represent the interests of Californians in this matter. Musk has been vocal in opposing OpenAI’s shift and has taken legal steps to prevent the transition, including filing a lawsuit to block the conversion.

The legal battle over OpenAI’s status is intensifying as Musk, a co-founder of OpenAI, seeks to protect what he sees as a fundamental issue in Silicon Valley’s business practices. Musk, who left OpenAI to create his own AI company, xAI, believes that OpenAI’s shift to a for-profit model could distort the playing field, giving certain investors an undue advantage. Zilis, who is also a plaintiff in the lawsuit, has echoed Musk’s concerns about the company’s new direction.

OpenAI, in response, has defended its decision, asserting that Musk’s efforts to block the transition are driven by personal interests rather than legitimate concerns. The company published emails and text messages from Musk to bolster its argument, suggesting that Musk should focus on competing in the AI marketplace instead of seeking legal action in the courtroom. As the dispute escalates, the outcome of this legal battle could have far-reaching consequences for the AI industry and the broader tech landscape.

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  • Meta Urges California Attorney General to Block OpenAI’s Shift to For-Profit Model

 

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