I have so many questions. Firstly, it is clear that OpenAI started as a non profit to gain some benefits. I think the branding really helps here especially when dealing with what is apparently a dangerous and disruptive technology.
The branding also helps position the employees and the ceo as “for humanity” rather than for profit. This has non tangible benefits.
But what did they really think would happen? Surely they would need funding but who would risk funding this kind of company where the returns are extremely high risk?
If it has to remain non profit, could the state fund OpenAI instead?
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