OpenAI announces new for-profit structure to boost investment in AI development

thehindu.com

OpenAI announced plans to change its structure by creating a public benefit corporation (PBC) to attract more investment. This new structure will allow the for-profit arm to operate with fewer restrictions from its nonprofit parent. The nonprofit will retain a significant interest in the PBC through shares. OpenAI aims to raise more capital to compete in the costly AI development race, following a recent $6.6 billion funding round. Challenges remain, as co-founder Elon Musk is suing OpenAI, claiming it prioritized profits over public good. Additionally, Meta Platforms is reportedly urging California's attorney general to block OpenAI's transition to a for-profit model.


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