Sam Altman Testifies Against Elon Musk's OpenAI Claims in Court
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman took the stand in Elon Musk's lawsuit against the company, disputing key allegations about OpenAI's founding mission and structure.
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By Mashable on May 12, 2026 at 7:53 PM EDT
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May 14, 2026 at 2:38 AM EDT
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Sam Altman testified in Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI.
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Altman disputed Musk's allegations about OpenAI's founding mission and governance during his testimony.
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Musk's lawsuit alleges OpenAI abandoned its original nonprofit commitments by moving toward a for-profit structure.
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Musk was a co-founder and early backer of OpenAI before departing its board in 2018.
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The trial centers on whether OpenAI violated the terms of its founding agreements.
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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman pushes back against Elon Musk during testimony
“CBS News frames the story around Altman's direct rebuttal of Musk's claims during courtroom testimony.”
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Sam Altman's testimony at Elon Musk's OpenAI trial takes center stage
“Mashable highlights Altman's testimony as the focal point of the trial proceedings, emphasizing its significance to the broader dispute.”
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