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Musk (TSLA) Accuses OpenAI of Deceit in $1B Lawsuit Hearing

Published on 4/29/2026

Musk (TSLA) Accuses OpenAI of Deceit in $1B Lawsuit Hearing

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Elon Musk is suing OpenAI for billions, alleging that the company shifted from its original non-profit mission toward a for-profit model. In court, Musk expressed his frustration with questioning from OpenAI's attorney, claiming it was designed to confuse him. He criticized OpenAI's commercial strategy, initiated in 2019, and seeks financial restitution purportedly to support OpenAI's non-profit arm. This ongoing lawsuit may significantly impact the AI industry, which has seen substantial investment, including from Microsoft.