‘Stole a charity’: Elon Musk accuses Sam Altman of betrayal in courtroom showdown
Opening arguments have begun in the high-stakes trial between Elon Musk and OpenAI, where Musk alleges co-founders Sam Altman and Greg Brockman violated a founding agreement by shifting the company to a for-profit model. OpenAI counters that Musk's lawsuit stems from jealousy and his failed bid for control, especially after launching his competing AI venture, xAI. The trial, unfolding in California, could impact OpenAI's planned public listing and leadership structure. Both tech leaders are expected to testify, alongside other industry executives, as the case unfolds over the next three weeks.
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Elon Musk, left, and Sam Altman. Composite: Invision/AP, ReutersView image in fullscreenElon Musk, left, and Sam Altman. Composite: Invision/AP, ReutersTechnologyOpening arguments begin in Elon Musk and Sam Altman courtroom showdownTrial is culmination of a years-long feud between Musk and Altman that has become increasingly viciousDara Kerr and Nick Robins-EarlyTue 28 Apr 2026 12.14 EDTLast modified on Tue 28 Apr 2026 12.16 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleThe trial pitting Elon Musk against Sam Altman and OpenAI began in earnest on Tuesday with opening arguments, as lawyers for the two tech moguls seek to convince a California jury of their client’s version of the AI company’s history.
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