Musk and Altman show up for opening statements in trial that could reshape AI's future
Elon Musk and Sam Altman appeared in court for a trial over Musk's allegations that Altman and OpenAI deviated from the company's original nonprofit mission. Musk is seeking damages and Altman's ouster from OpenAI's board, while OpenAI calls the lawsuit a case of 'sour grapes'.
A trial began in Oakland, California, involving Elon Musk and Sam Altman, co-founders of OpenAI. Musk alleges Altman and OpenAI strayed from their original nonprofit mission. Musk's attorney claimed Altman and Microsoft 'stole a charity' meant for the safe development of artificial intelligence. OpenAI's lawyer countered that Musk's lawsuit is driven by 'sour grapes' over not getting his way with the company. The trial is expected to last three weeks and feature testimony from Musk and Altman. Musk is seeking damages and Altman's removal from OpenAI's board. OpenAI has dismissed the allegations, saying Musk wanted to control the company and merge it with Tesla.
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