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xAI, the artificial intelligence venture backed by Elon Musk, has transitioned away from its designation as a benefit corporation. This strategic shift arrives as the company fiercely competes with OpenAI in the rapidly evolving AI landscape. The decision, first reported on Reddit (https://old.reddit.com/r/artificial/comments/1n2c3r5/elon_musks_xai_secretly_dropped_its_benefit/), is generating significant discussion about xAI’s long-term priorities and potential impact on its commitment to socially responsible AI development.