OpenAI’s Sam Altman takes the stand to defend against Elon Musk allegations

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2026.05.12 16:12
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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman testified in a trial against co-founder Elon Musk, who alleges that Altman and other executives are misappropriating charity funds. Altman refuted these claims, stating that OpenAI has evolved into a significant charity despite creating a for-profit arm. The lawsuit, initiated by Musk in 2024, accuses Altman and President Greg Brockman of self-enrichment, while they argue it is a competitive harassment following Musk's launch of his AI startup, xAI. The trial is nearing its conclusion with closing statements expected soon.