Musk takes the stand in trial that could redefine AI

WorldTechnology
29 Apr 2026 • 8:42 AM MYT
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  • Elon Musk testified in a high-stakes trial in Oakland, California, against Sam Altman, Greg Brockman, and Microsoft over OpenAI's direction, seeking damages and Altman's removal from the board.
  • Musk accuses Altman and Brockman of betraying OpenAI's founding mission as a non-profit dedicated to the safe, open development of artificial intelligence for humanity's benefit.
  • OpenAI's lawyer, William Savitt, countered that Musk's lawsuit stems from “sour grapes” because he failed to gain control of the company and merge it with Tesla.
  • Musk recounted his version of OpenAI's founding, emphasizing the initial goal to create a counterbalance to profit-driven AI development by companies like Google.
  • The civil lawsuit, which began with jury selection on Monday, is scheduled to last three weeks, with Altman and Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella also expected to testify.

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