The trial has intensified as Elon Musk faced rigorous cross-examination from OpenAI's legal team, where he accused Sam Altman of betraying the organization's founding mission to prioritize humanity over profit. Musk's allegations include claims of 'looting' the charity and unjust enrichment, as he seeks to reverse the profit-driven model and remove Altman and Greg Brockman from their positions. Musk described himself as 'a fool' for initially funding OpenAI, suggesting Altman exploited the nonprofit's image for personal gain.
TECHNOLOGYPublished 26 Apr 2026 • Published 4 days ago • Updated 2h ago
Elon Musk Challenges OpenAI in High-Stakes Courtroom Battle
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Elon Musk's trial against OpenAI escalates as he accuses Sam Altman's lawyer of attempting to deceive him. Musk is now seeking $150 billion in damages from OpenAI and Microsoft, with any awarded funds directed to OpenAI’s charitable arm, intensifying the stakes of this legal battle.
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