Elon Musk loses landmark lawsuit against Sam Altman’s OpenAI
A U.S. jury ruled against Elon Musk in his lawsuit against OpenAI, determining that the company was not liable for straying from its original mission. The jury found that Musk's case was brought too late, following 11 days of testimony. This verdict is seen as significant for the future of artificial intelligence and its ethical implications.
- ▪The jury's unanimous verdict was delivered in Oakland, California.
- ▪Musk accused OpenAI of prioritizing profits over safety and public benefit.
- ▪OpenAI argued that Musk delayed his claims and was motivated by financial interests.
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Open this photo in gallery:Elon Musk at a federal courthouse in Oakland on April 29. Today's verdict followed 11 days of testimony and arguments.Manuel Orbegozo/ReutersShareSave for laterPlease log in to bookmark this story.Log InCreate Free AccountA U.S. jury on Monday ruled against Elon Musk in his lawsuit against OpenAI, finding the artificial intelligence company not liable to the world’s richest person for having allegedly strayed from its original mission to benefit humanity.In a unanimous verdict, the jury in Oakland, California federal court said Musk had brought his case too late.The trial began on April 28.
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