Musk v Altman: tech bros at war over OpenAI – The Latest
A legal battle between Elon Musk and Sam Altman has ended with a victory for Altman, the CEO of OpenAI. Musk has announced plans to appeal the decision. The trial has raised questions about the dynamics of big tech and the competition in the artificial intelligence sector.
- ▪Elon Musk and Sam Altman have been engaged in a long legal dispute.
- ▪The court ruled in favor of Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI.
- ▪Musk intends to appeal the verdict.
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Today in FocusSam AltmanMusk v Altman: tech bros at war over OpenAI – The LatestMore ways to listenApple podcastsSpotifyRSS FeedDownloadPresented by Lucy Houghwith Nick Robins-Early; produced by Bryony Moore; senior producer Ryan Ramgobin; lead producer Zoe HitchTue 19 May 2026 12.01 EDTShare00:00:0000:00:00A long and bitter legal battle between tech billionaires Elon Musk and Sam Altman has culminated in victory for the OpenAI boss. Musk has vowed to appeal the verdict. But what did the trial reveal about big tech and the global AI race?Lucy Hough speaks to Guardian US tech and power reporter Nick Robins-Early Composite: AP/Photothek/GettyExplore more on these topicsSam AltmanToday in FocusElon MuskOpenAIAI (artificial intelligence)
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