In the world of artificial intelligence, Elon Musk he is a controversial figure who played a key role in the creation of OpenAI, the startup behind the famous ChatGPT bot.
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Elon Musk's controversial role in creating OpenAI
In a recent interview, Musk claimed to be the reason OpenAI exists, revealing that he invested around $50 million and was crucial in hiring key talent.
Interestingly, while Musk credits himself for OpenAI's success, he has also expressed concerns about the direction the company has taken.
The businessman criticized the transformation of OpenAI into a “maximum profit company controlled by Microsoft”, contrary to his initial vision of a code-based non-profit organization open.
The relationship between OpenAI and Microsoft is a point of tension. The tech giant invested $1 billion in the startup in 2019 and made an additional investment of an undisclosed amount in January 2023, estimated at around $10 billion.
Microsoft takeover, open letter, and the need for responsible regulation
Musk expressed concern about Microsoft's control over OpenAI and questions the dynamic between the two entities in a possible scenario of creating a superintelligence.
The businessman also publicly raised concerns about AI, warning of the dangers it poses to the general public.
Musk signed an open letter in March, along with Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak, AI experts and scientists, requesting a six-month pause in the advanced development of this technology.
The initiative attracted broad support, with approximately 27,000 people signing the open letter to date. This growing awareness of the risks associated with AI highlights the need for careful debate and appropriate regulations to ensure its safe and responsible use in the future.
Elon Musk: Divergences and new ventures in the field of AI
Despite his disagreements with OpenAI, Musk is not far removed from the AI field. He is establishing his own generative AI company called X.AI, as reported by the Financial Times, a British daily newspaper with an international reach.
Additionally, Musk is advancing an AI project within Twitter, demonstrating his continued involvement in the development and exploitation of this innovative technology.
The story of Elon Musk and OpenAI is a roller coaster of successes, conflicts and future prospects.
While Musk remains a vocal advocate of AI caution, actions by him and ventures demonstrate their interest and ongoing commitment to the transformative potential of this technology.
