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#209 – Rose Chan Loui on OpenAI’s gambit to ditch its nonprofit

80,000 Hours Podcast

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OpenAI's Financial Future: Nonprofit to Profit

This chapter examines the potential transition of OpenAI from a nonprofit to a profit-focused entity, discussing various financial scenarios and their implications. The dialogue covers ownership dynamics, investor interest, and the ethical considerations of maintaining the organization's original mission amidst lucrative opportunities. It also highlights the complexities of valuing OpenAI and the challenges faced by the nonprofit in navigating cash versus equity issues.

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