Jury Deliberates on Elon Musk's Lawsuit Against OpenAI and Its Co-Founders

May 14, 2026

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A jury in California is considering the implications of Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI's co-founders and Microsoft, which centers on Musk's claims regarding the use of his donations and the organization's shift to a for-profit model. The outcome could significantly impact OpenAI's structure and operations, particularly if Musk prevails.

Nine jurors are deliberating on the future of OpenAI amid Musk's lawsuit against its co-founders and Microsoft.
The trial has examined events from the breakup of OpenAI's founders in 2018 to Musk's concerns about a $10 billion investment from Microsoft in 2023.
Musk's attorneys argue that the investment contradicted the original non-profit mission of OpenAI, while OpenAI's defense claims Musk's donations were used appropriately and that he had previously attempted to control a for-profit entity.
OpenAI's lawyers assert that Musk's contributions were utilized by 2020 and that the organization has generated significant equity value to support its non-profit goals.
The trial includes discussions on the governance of OpenAI, particularly after a controversial incident in 2023 involving the firing and rehiring of CEO Sam Altman.
Musk's skepticism towards OpenAI's direction reportedly grew over time, culminating in his decision to file a lawsuit in mid-2024.
OpenAI's defense emphasizes that Musk's formal involvement ended in 2018 and that he had been planning competing AI initiatives while still associated with the organization.

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Jury Deliberates on Elon Musk's Lawsuit Against OpenAI and Its Co-Founders

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