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Elon Musk, alongside Encode, a nonprofit organization, has taken legal action to block OpenAI’s transition from a nonprofit to a for-profit entity. Encode argues that this shift would undermine OpenAI’s mission to develop AI technology safely and for public benefit. OpenAI, originally founded as a nonprofit in 2015, has evolved into a hybrid structure, with plans to become a Delaware Public Benefit Corporation (PBC). Musk claims this change violates the original philanthropic intentions and could disadvantage rivals like his AI startup, xAI. The legal challenge is supported by Meta, citing potential negative impacts on Silicon Valley. OpenAI disputes these claims, stating its restructuring aims to balance public benefit with shareholder interests. Concerns have also arisen internally, with former employees worried about the prioritization of commercial goals over safety.