Elon Musk Gives Combative Testimony in OpenAI Trial

Elon Musk testified in court regarding OpenAI, accusing the opposing lawyer of attempting to trick him and stating that OpenAI tried to 'steal' a charity. During his combative testimony, Musk also discussed the risks associated with artificial intelligence.

29 Apr, 13:45 — 30 Apr, 05:40

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Why this matters

This lawsuit represents a significant legal challenge to OpenAI's current structure and mission, brought by one of its co-founders. The outcome could have major implications for the future direction of a leading AI company and the broader debate around AI's development and societal impact.

Key entitiesElon Musk OpenAI Sam Altman

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What sources agree on

Elon Musk accused an OpenAI lawyer of trying to trick him during his court testimony
Musk's testimony occurred during a trial related to his lawsuit against OpenAI and Sam Altman
Musk alleges that OpenAI abandoned its founding mission to develop AI for the public good

Key claims2 agreed · 3 unverified

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Elon Musk accused an OpenAI lawyer of trying to trick him while on the witness stand.

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Musk's testimony took place on the third day of the trial.

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Musk's lawsuit alleges OpenAI ditched its mission to build artificial intelligence for the public good.

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Musk testified about AI risk at the trial.

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Musk stated that OpenAI tried to 'steal' a charity.

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Coverage gaps

Musk's specific testimony regarding AI risk and his claim that OpenAI tried to 'steal' a charity

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BBCHigh10h ago

Musk accuses OpenAI lawyer of trying to 'trick' him in combative testimony

Elon Musk was cross-examined on the third day of the trial over his lawsuit against Sam Altman and OpenAI.

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wsjHigh19h ago

Elon Musk Testifies of AI Risk at Trial, Says OpenAI Tried to ‘Steal’ a Charity - WSJ

Elon Musk Testifies of AI Risk at Trial, Says OpenAI Tried to ‘Steal’ a Charity WSJ

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Times of IndiaMostly Factual3h ago

OpenAI trial: What Elon Musk said about Microsoft during the hearing

Elon Musk testified in his lawsuit against OpenAI, calling himself a "fool" for investing in the non-profit turned for-profit entity. He expressed strong disapproval of a 2020 deal with Microsoft, fearing the tech giant could control the development of artificial general intelligence. Musk alleged the partnership felt like a "bait and switch."

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hindustan-timesMostly Factual4h ago

On witness stand, Elon Musk accuses Sam Altman's lawyer of trying to trick him

Musk's lawsuit alleges OpenAI ditched its mission to build artificial intelligence for the public good.

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Coverage Timeline

First report: wsj · 29 Apr, 13:45|Full coverage: 5 · 19h|Window: 19h

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wsj29 Apr, 13:45First to report

Elon Musk Testifies of AI Risk at Trial, Says OpenAI Tried to ‘Steal’ a Charity - WSJ

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BBC29 Apr, 23:18

Musk accuses OpenAI lawyer of trying to 'trick' him in combative testimony

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hindustan-times30 Apr, 05:02

On witness stand, Elon Musk accuses Sam Altman's lawyer of trying to trick him

Times of India30 Apr, 05:40

OpenAI trial: What Elon Musk said about Microsoft during the hearing

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der-standard30 Apr, 08:56Latest update

Elon Musk erweist sich vor Gericht als Elon Musks schlimmster Feind

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The narrative shifted from general testimony to specific, combative exchanges and Musk's broader claims about OpenAI's mission and AI risk.

Initial TestimonyApril 29 morning

Elon Musk began his testimony in the lawsuit against OpenAI.

Combative Cross-ExaminationApril 29 evening

Musk's testimony became combative, leading to his accusation of trickery against an OpenAI lawyer.

Broader Allegations HighlightedApril 30 morning

Reports emphasized Musk's core allegations about OpenAI abandoning its original mission and concerns about AI risk.

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Elon Musk Gives Combative Testimony in OpenAI Trial

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Musk accuses OpenAI lawyer of trying to 'trick' him in combative testimony

Elon Musk Testifies of AI Risk at Trial, Says OpenAI Tried to ‘Steal’ a Charity - WSJ

OpenAI trial: What Elon Musk said about Microsoft during the hearing

On witness stand, Elon Musk accuses Sam Altman's lawyer of trying to trick him

Coverage Timeline

Elon Musk Testifies of AI Risk at Trial, Says OpenAI Tried to ‘Steal’ a Charity - WSJ

Musk accuses OpenAI lawyer of trying to 'trick' him in combative testimony

On witness stand, Elon Musk accuses Sam Altman's lawyer of trying to trick him

OpenAI trial: What Elon Musk said about Microsoft during the hearing

Elon Musk erweist sich vor Gericht als Elon Musks schlimmster Feind

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