Musk v Altman: The most toxic row in tech goes on trial
Elon Musk and Sam Altman's long-standing feud over OpenAI has escalated to a federal courtroom in California. Musk is suing Altman, claiming he has been swindled out of millions and that Altman has strayed from OpenAI's original non-profit mission. The trial, which includes testimony from both billionaires, could have significant implications for the future of artificial intelligence.
- ▪Elon Musk is suing Sam Altman for allegedly swindling him out of millions of dollars.
- ▪The trial will last a month and is being overseen by Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers.
- ▪Musk's claims include accusations against OpenAI and Microsoft for their roles in monetizing the company.
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Why Sam Altman and his former hero Elon Musk are taking their toxic feud to court28 April 2026ShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleLily JamaliNorth America technology correspondentWhy Elon Musk and Sam Altman are fighting over OpenAIThe bitter feud between Elon Musk and OpenAI boss Sam Altman has raged for years, but has mostly played out online in the form of accusations, counter-accusations and jibes.Musk was at it again on Monday, calling Altman "Scam Altman" in a post on X.But starting on Tuesday, the beef between the two tech billionaires will shift to a much higher-profile forum: a federal courtroom in California, where their row will be the focus of a month-long trial.Being considered is Musk's claim that Altman - with whom he founded OpenAI - has swindled him out of millions of…
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