Community contributors to Organic Maps have expressed serious concerns about the project’s governance, transparency, and the potential for shareholder profit at the expense of the community. They are calling for a shift to a nonprofit structure, greater inclusivity in decision-making, and financial transparency, and are considering starting a new project if these issues are not addressed.
I’m not sure what the problem with Organic maps is. I think dividing the community is generally a bad idea.
Here’s the open letter from maintainers.
Summary (direct from the linked post):
Honestly I could care less if they make money or not.
Right now we really need some strong competition in the maps space.
How much less could you care?