Legal Battle Heats Up: Musk vs. OpenAI in Courtroom Clash

OpenAI is defending itself against Elon Musk's lawsuit seeking to halt the AI company's transition to a for-profit. OpenAI reveals Musk initially supported this shift but withdrew after failing to gain control. The case hinges on the balance between profit and public benefit in AI development.

OpenAI has geared up for a legal showdown with Elon Musk, planning to request a California judge reject Musk's attempt to prevent the AI firm from becoming a for-profit entity.

The company disclosed emails and texts to illustrate Musk's initial support for the for-profit transition before he distanced himself following a failed bid for control. As Musk, an original OpenAI cofounder, launches a competing AI venture called xAI, the courtroom drama intensifies.

Musk's lawsuit, filed in August, accuses OpenAI of prioritizing financial gain over public welfare in its AI advancements. A hearing on the preliminary injunction is set for January, with OpenAI urging Musk to compete in commerce rather than litigation.

(With inputs from agencies.)