Musk’s lawyers argue that this transition contradicts the founding principles of OpenAI as a nonprofit organization. “Under its new board, it is not just developing but is refining an AGI to maximize profits for Microsoft, rather than for the benefit of humanity.”
“It isn’t clear to me how the OpenAI structure is legal at all,” Musk wrote on X last month. He added that was offered shares at “various points, but it seemed unethical/illegal to accept them.”
The lawsuit quotes OpenAI’s founding agreement.
“Resulting technology will benefit the public and the corporation will seek to open-source technology for the public benefit when applicable. The corporation is not organized for the private gain of any person.”
According to the lawsuit, Musk played a pivotal role in establishing OpenAI, contributing substantial financial resources and persuading key personnel to join the initiative.
His intention was to support a nonprofit endeavor dedicated to AI development with altruistic motives.
The lawsuit claims Musk played a central role in establishing the company. He contributed $44 million between 2016 and 2020. He paid for office space. And also convinced key team members to join the company.
