San Francisco, February 18, 2025: OpenAI is considering granting special voting rights to its non-profit board to safeguard its directors’ decision-making power amid a recent unsolicited takeover bid from Elon Musk. This proposed governance change is aimed at protecting the organization’s mission and autonomy as it transitions into a for-profit structure.
The special voting rights would allow the non-profit board to override the influence of major investors, including Microsoft and SoftBank, ensuring the preservation of OpenAI’s core mission despite external pressures. This move follows OpenAI’s rejection of Musk’s $97.4 billion acquisition offer, reinforcing the company’s commitment to its founding principles.
