Legal and Corporate Maneuvering
has intensified his legal battle against , seeking to halt its transition to a for-profit model, alleging it betrays its original nonprofit mission.
OpenAI opposes Musk's legal actions, arguing they would harm its business and mission, with a hearing scheduled for January. Meanwhile, Meta CEO has joined Musk's stance against OpenAI's for-profit shift.
Internal Dynamics and Public Responses
The dispute traces back to a 2017 power struggle within OpenAI, with Musk and Altman vying for control. Musk's early support for a for-profit model contrasts with his current opposition to OpenAI's shift.
has publicly criticized Musk, describing him as a "bully" and emphasizing OpenAI's mission to benefit humanity. Despite their rivalry, Altman expresses gratitude for Musk's early contributions to OpenAI.