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Elon Musk Renews Legal Battle Against OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman

Aug 5, 2024 1 min read

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Elon Musk, the owner of X/Twitter and former co-founder of OpenAI, has filed a lawsuit against his ex-partner Sam Altman and OpenAI president Greg Brockman in federal court. The lawsuit alleges that OpenAI shifted its focus from its original charitable mission to a more profit-driven approach, prioritizing self-enrichment over public benefit and the protection of humanity. Musk's complaint includes accusations of fraud and breach of contract, seeking a jury trial to address these claims.

The legal battle is being led by Mark Toberoff, a high-profile intellectual property attorney known for winning settlements for the estates of IP creators against major studios and entertainment companies. The case is anticipated to be a significant test for the growth and valuation of OpenAI, which has reportedly become a for-profit entity valued at $100 billion. The court proceedings are set to examine the implications of OpenAI's shift in focus and its partnership with tech giants like Microsoft.

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