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Re: followup

Elon Musk to Sam Altman, October 19, 2015

Musk replies to Altman's request for a $100 million commitment by asking to discuss governance before funding.

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From: Elon Musk
Sent: Monday, October 19, 2015 3:27 AM
To: Sam Altman
Subject: Re: followup

Let's discuss governance. This is critical. I don't want to fund something that goes in what turns out to be the wrong direction. Btw, great move on the continuity fund!

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Oct 18, 2015 Sam Altman Good seeing you a couple of weeks ago. As discussed I think starting with a $100MM commitment (and leaving…
Oct 19, 2015 Elon Musk Let's discuss governance. This is critical. I don't want to fund something that goes in what turns out to be…