Musk is leading a group of investors proposing to acquire a controlling stake in OpenAI for $97.4 billion in an attempt to fully take over this renowned AI startup. Musk's lawyer, Marc Toberoff, revealed that this acquisition proposal was formally submitted to the nonprofit organization overseeing OpenAI this Monday.
In a statement, Musk said, "It's time to make OpenAI open source again and focus on safety-driven technological advancement." He believes OpenAI should return to its original mission, becoming a more open and safety-focused force to benefit a wider audience.
However, one of OpenAI's founders, Sam Altman, responded humorously to this. He stated on social media, "No, thank you, but if you (Musk) are willing, we will acquire Twitter for $9.74 billion." This lighthearted response sparked widespread discussion, with many paying attention to Altman's humorous reply.
Currently, the proposal by Musk and his investors is still under review, and it remains unclear whether it will be approved. If the acquisition succeeds, Musk could significantly influence OpenAI’s future development trajectory and further advance his strategic presence in the AI field.
