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Elon Musk’s Critique on OpenAI
Elon Musk has been quite vocal about his disapproval of OpenAI, the creator of the popular ChatGPT AI chatbot. Musk, who was a founder of the company and initially supported its non-profit, open-source ethos, has raised concerns about OpenAI’s shift towards a more for-profit direction. His critiques carry weight due to his previous involvement with the company.
Revelations About Musk’s Contributions to OpenAI
A recent report from TechCrunch has shed light on the actual amount of money Elon Musk contributed to OpenAI. Contrary to Musk’s claims of investing $100 million, tax filings show that the organization received no more than $133.2 million total since its inception. This suggests that Musk could have given around $57 million at most, with only a $10 million publicly disclosed donation through his Musk Foundation.
Additional non-cash contributions in the form of Tesla vehicles were also made by Musk to OpenAI. Despite the discrepancies in the disclosed amounts, Musk seems to have adjusted his claims when questioned about his donations to OpenAI in a recent CNBC interview, stating that the figure is around $50 million.
Implications of Musk’s Contributions
While the exact amount of Musk’s contributions may be up for debate, his valid critiques of OpenAI remain relevant. Whether he provided $50 million or $100 million, Musk’s insights into the company’s direction hold merit. The report on his donations does highlight the importance of factual accuracy when challenging organizations like OpenAI.
