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OpenAI Files Countersuit Against Elon Musk Alleging Harassment and Disruption
OpenAI has countersued Elon Musk, accusing him of a sustained campaign of harassment and attempts to disrupt the company's transition to a for-profit model, seeking legal measures to prevent further alleged disruptive actions.
OpenAI has filed a countersuit against Elon Musk, alleging a pattern of harassment and seeking to prevent further disruptive actions amid their ongoing legal dispute.
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Background of the Dispute: Elon Musk, who co-founded OpenAI in 2015 but departed before its rise, later established the rival AI firm xAI in 2023 and has since opposed OpenAI’s direction, alleging it deviates from its mission to develop AI for public benefit.
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OpenAI's Allegations: OpenAI claims that Musk has engaged in a sustained campaign of attacks through social media, legal actions, and a rejected $97.4 billion takeover bid by a Musk-led group. The company asserts that these actions aim to undermine OpenAI's efforts and seize control.
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Musk's Legal Actions: Musk had previously sued OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman, accusing them of departing from their mission of advancing AI for humanity’s benefit.
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OpenAI's Defense: OpenAI argues that completing its transition to a for-profit organization is essential to secure $40 billion in funding.
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Trial Schedule: A jury trial is scheduled for spring 2026 to resolve the dispute.
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