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Elon Musk Seeks to Restore OpenAI’s Nonprofit Status in Court

Elon Musk Seeks to Restore OpenAI’s Nonprofit Status in Court Ars Technica2
Elon Musk has filed a new motion in his lawsuit against OpenAI, asking the court to replace the previously ordered remedies with a plan that would return profits to the nonprofit he founded and remove Sam Altman from the board. A judge rejected Musk’s argument that the case allows continuous accrual of damages, warning that such a theory would let donors sue indefinitely. Musk claims OpenAI betrayed its charitable mission, turning into a profit‑driven venture for its executives and investors. The trial, set to begin this month, will determine whether the jury accepts Musk’s proposed remedies. Read more →

Elon Musk amends OpenAI lawsuit, directs potential $150 billion damages to nonprofit arm

Elon Musk amends OpenAI lawsuit, directs potential $150 billion damages to nonprofit arm Engadget
Elon Musk filed a motion on Tuesday to amend his 2024 lawsuit against OpenAI, specifying that any award of up to $150 billion in damages would be paid to the organization’s nonprofit entity rather than to him personally. The amendment also seeks the removal of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman from the nonprofit’s board if the court rules in Musk’s favor. Musk argues that OpenAI’s shift to a capped‑profit model turned the lab into a de facto subsidiary of Microsoft, violating donor agreements and defrauding the founding group. Read more →