OpenAI vs. Open AI: When ‘Open’ Means Closed

When your “open” AI empire sues the little guy for trying to do exactly what you promised, the irony writes itself.

OpenAI (no space) is suing Guy Ravine, founder of Open AI (with a space), over a trademark dispute. Ravine claims he pitched the concept of open, collaborative AI to top industry leaders long before OpenAI launched.

OpenAI, now a multi-billion-dollar enterprise, argues Ravine’s use of the name confuses users — despite its own transformation from a nonprofit into a closed, for-profit giant. Ravine’s countersuit accuses OpenAI of hijacking both his idea and mission, underscoring the hypocrisy of a company that once promised transparency but now dominates with corporate muscle.

• Ravine’s project promoted open AI collaboration, aiming to counter big tech’s influence.
• OpenAI shifted to profit-driven goals, leaving its original “open” ethos behind.
• The case raises ethical concerns about how power reshapes ideals in the tech world.

This isn’t just a trademark dispute—it’s a reflection of how tech giants abandon lofty principles the moment they hit the jackpot. If even “open” AI isn’t open, what hope do we have for the future?

Read the full article on Bloomberg.

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