Elon Musk Failed to Buy OpenAI
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Elon Musk offered to buy OpenAI for $97.4 billion, but the company unexpectedly rejected his proposal. The CEO of OpenAI responded to the billionaire with a witty remark: "No, thanks. If you want, we can buy Twitter for $9.74 billion."
OpenAI chairman Bret Taylor announced on his X (formerly Twitter) page that the board of directors unanimously rejected Musk’s offer. According to him, OpenAI was originally created as a nonprofit organization and was never intended to be sold. This stance aligns with the company’s core principles, ensuring artificial general intelligence (AGI) serves humanity.
Sam Altman responded to the serious offer with humor, posting on X: "No, thanks. If you want, we can buy Twitter for $9.74 billion."
However, behind this joke lay a deeper meaning—Altman made it clear that he is committed to maintaining OpenAI's independence. He continues to advocate for the company’s nonprofit-driven development.
Currently, OpenAI is moving toward a profitable business model. However, its board must ensure that any decisions align with its nonprofit commitments.
Musk’s lawyers stated in court that if OpenAI remains a nonprofit organization, he is willing to withdraw his offer.
Previously, Musk sued OpenAI, Altman, and Microsoft, accusing them of breaching agreements. In November 2024, he filed a request with a U.S. district court to block OpenAI from becoming a commercial entity.
The battle between tech giants is far from over. Is Musk seeking control over OpenAI, or is he aiming to expand his AI ventures? Meanwhile, OpenAI is fighting to preserve its independence. The impact of this dispute on the future of artificial intelligence will become clear in the near future.
Sam Altman responded to the serious offer with humor, posting on X: "No, thanks. If you want, we can buy Twitter for $9.74 billion."
However, behind this joke lay a deeper meaning—Altman made it clear that he is committed to maintaining OpenAI's independence. He continues to advocate for the company’s nonprofit-driven development.
Currently, OpenAI is moving toward a profitable business model. However, its board must ensure that any decisions align with its nonprofit commitments.
Musk’s lawyers stated in court that if OpenAI remains a nonprofit organization, he is willing to withdraw his offer.
Previously, Musk sued OpenAI, Altman, and Microsoft, accusing them of breaching agreements. In November 2024, he filed a request with a U.S. district court to block OpenAI from becoming a commercial entity.
The battle between tech giants is far from over. Is Musk seeking control over OpenAI, or is he aiming to expand his AI ventures? Meanwhile, OpenAI is fighting to preserve its independence. The impact of this dispute on the future of artificial intelligence will become clear in the near future.
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