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 →

The New Yorker released a 16,000‑word profile of OpenAI chief Sam Altman, casting a critical eye on his leadership style and the broader Silicon Valley mindset. The same day, OpenAI unveiled an “industrial policy” document that outlines its approach to AI development and deployment. The juxtaposition of a sprawling magazine feature and a corporate policy release highlights growing scrutiny of AI powerhouses and the personalities that steer them. Read more →

Sam Altman, chief executive of OpenAI, called on the Pentagon and Anthropic to stop the growing clash over AI use in national security. In a recent interview, Altman said the technology’s geopolitical weight demands government oversight and a collaborative approach, warning that unchecked competition could jeopardize both safety and innovation. Read more →

Several OpenAI researchers have expressed doubt that CEO Sam Altman can adequately manage the company as it approaches the development of superintelligent AI. They cite the need for stronger safety controls, a global risk‑communication network, and more rigorous audits of the most advanced models. Critics also point to Altman's reputation as a charismatic pitchman and past promises that they view as stopgap measures, raising questions about the firm’s ability to maintain public trust while fostering competition among smaller AI developers. Read more →

OpenAI announced a series of senior‑level changes on Thursday as chief operating officer Brad Cox moves to a special‑projects role, former Slack CEO Denise Wasserman assumes his responsibilities, and chief marketing officer Kate Miller steps down to focus on cancer treatment. The updates come alongside CEO Sam Altman's disclosure that he will be on medical leave for several weeks due to a relapse of a neuroimmune condition. Read more →