Musk spars with OpenAI atty in trial over OpenAI's evolution from a nonprofit
Elon Musk testified in a high-profile trial over OpenAI's transition from a nonprofit to a for-profit entity, marking a legal clash with former allies Sam Altman and Greg Brockman. The trial, held in Oakland, California, centers on Musk's claim that OpenAI has strayed from its original mission of developing AI for the public good. The outcome could influence how artificial intelligence is governed and commercialized in the future.
- ▪Elon Musk, a cofounder of OpenAI, took the stand in a trial challenging the company's shift from nonprofit to for-profit status.
- ▪The legal dispute involves Musk's allegations that OpenAI abandoned its founding mission of open and safe AI development.
- ▪The trial is taking place at the U.S. District Court in Oakland, California, with key figures including Sam Altman and Greg Brockman present.
- ▪Musk's testimony marks a public escalation of his rift with former colleagues at OpenAI.
- ▪The case could have broad implications for the governance and commercialization of artificial intelligence technologies.
Opening excerpt (first ~120 words) tap to expand
Elon Musk spars with OpenAI attorney in trial over company’s evolution from a nonprofit 1 of 5 | Elon Musk, the Tesla CEO, world’s richest man and OpenAI’s cofounder, took the stand Tuesday in a high-stakes trial revolving around a bitter feud between himself and former friends Sam Altman and Greg Brockman that could reshape the future development of artificial intelligence. (AP Video by Terry Chea) Read More 2 of 5 | William Savitt, attorney representing OpenAI, right, arrives at the U.S. District Court in Oakland, Calif., Thursday, April 30, 2026. (AP Photo/Godofredo A. Vásquez) Read More 3 of 5 | OpenAI president Greg Brockman, center, arrives at the U.S. District Court in Oakland, Calif., Thursday, April 30, 2026. (AP Photo/Godofredo A.
…
Excerpt limited to ~120 words for fair-use compliance. The full article is at AP News.
Discussion
0 commentsMore from AP News
