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OpenAI’s Non-Profit Days Are Ending in 2025, Here’s What’s Next

Evelyn Blake
Last updated: 14 September 2024 21:12
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OpenAI, known for its groundbreaking work in artificial intelligence, will transition from its current structure to a more traditional for-profit company in 2025. CEO Sam Altman shared the news with the team during a recent meeting, according to Fortune. This marks a significant departure from its initial non-profit origins, although Altman did not elaborate on the specific changes that will take place in the company’s operations.

A company spokesperson emphasized that OpenAI will continue to focus on building AI that benefits everyone. The non-profit element remains central to its mission and will continue to exist alongside the for-profit venture.

Why OpenAI needs the shift

OpenAI began as a non-profit entity in 2015, relying on donations to fund its mission of advancing artificial intelligence research. Over time, however, it became clear that donations alone could not cover the increasing costs associated with high-end computational power and talent. OpenAI managed to raise only $130.5 million in donations. To address this funding gap, OpenAI established a for-profit subsidiary, which has since played a vital role in securing investments from big players, including Microsoft.

Engadget reported that the company’s non-profit currently controls its for-profit arm, which oversees a holding company responsible for investments. The profit allocated to investors, including Microsoft, is capped. Any additional revenue generated goes directly to OpenAI’s non-profit division. This structure has helped maintain a balance between financial sustainability and OpenAI’s core mission.

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Revenue boom and leadership controversy

OpenAI’s revenue has been growing rapidly. According to a report by The Information, the company doubled its annualized revenue in the first half of this year, largely driven by the success of its paid subscription service for ChatGPT. The complexity of OpenAI’s structure also came into the spotlight in 2023 when the non-profit board of directors decided to remove Altman as CEO. This decision stemmed from a lack of confidence in his leadership, but it only lasted five days. The board was quickly replaced, and Altman was reinstated as CEO. With the upcoming shift to a traditional for-profit model, OpenAI seems poised for an exciting new chapter while maintaining its long-standing mission of developing AI for the benefit of all.

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Evelyn Blake is an investor in technology and journalist who has been in the nascent space since 2014. Her love and passion for technological innovations made her delve deeper into the world of technology evolution. As a journalist, Evelyn has been covering latest trends and emerging gadgetries. She is a philanthropist and human rights activist.

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