Elon Musk Takes Legal Action Against OpenAI and Sam Altman Alleging Violation of Company Principless

Elon Musk filed a lawsuit against OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman, alleging a breach of contract for prioritizing profit over public benefit in AI development.

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Musk co-founded OpenAI in 2015 with Altman but claimed that their partnership with Microsoft contradicted the company's original commitment to responsible AI development.

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The lawsuit, filed in a San Francisco court, accused OpenAI of becoming a closed-source subsidiary of Microsoft, contrary to its nonprofit origins.

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After leaving OpenAI's board in 2018, Musk criticized the company's focus on generative AI and its lack of attention to potential risks.

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Musk's lawsuit claims that OpenAI's shift towards profit-driven motives violated its founding principles, including making AI technology open source.

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The legal action seeks a jury trial and accuses OpenAI and Altman of breaching contract, violating fiduciary duty, and engaging in unfair business practices.

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Musk demands OpenAI to revert to open-source practices and seeks reimbursement of profits allegedly earned through misconduct by Altman.

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OpenAI and Musk declined to comment on the lawsuit, adding further tension to their already strained relationship.

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The lawsuit adds to challenges for Altman, who faced temporary removal as OpenAI's CEO last year and regulatory scrutiny over the company's partnership with Microsoft.

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Musk's significant financial contributions and involvement in recruiting top talent are highlighted in the lawsuit to underscore his pivotal role in OpenAI's establishment and growth.

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