‘This is a real risk, we all could die as a result of artificial intelligence’ — the OpenAI trial took a dramatic turn as Elon Musk and Sam Altman faced off over AI’s real-world danger
Elon Musk and Sam Altman clashed in a federal court trial in California over OpenAI's shift from its nonprofit origins to a for-profit model, with Musk warning of existential AI risks. The judge reprimanded Musk's legal team for veering into debates about AI threatening humanity, insisting the trial focus on contractual and fiduciary issues. The case, which involves allegations against OpenAI and Microsoft, could have significant implications for the governance and future direction of AI development.
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AI Platforms & Assistants ‘This is a real risk, we all could die as a result of artificial intelligence’ — the OpenAI trial took a dramatic turn as Elon Musk and Sam Altman faced off over AI’s real-world danger News By Graham Barlow published 1 May 2026 When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Elon Musk, executive chairman and chief technology officer of X Corp., center, arrives at federal court in San Francisco, California, US, on Wednesday, March 4, 2026.
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