Comment by Barracoon

Funny, the scenario you described is exactly what Elon wanted to do!

https://openai.com/index/openai-elon-musk/

> In late 2017, we and Elon decided the next step for the mission was to create a for-profit entity. Elon wanted majority equity, initial board control, and to be CEO. In the middle of these discussions, he withheld funding. Reid Hoffman bridged the gap to cover salaries and operations.