Elon Musk testifies in OpenAI trial; Calls $38 million funding a 'fool' move while criticizing company's profit switch.

Elon Musk testified in the ongoing trial against OpenAI's leadership, expressing regret over his $38 million funding contribution, which he labeled a "fool" move. Musk slammed OpenAI's transition from a nonprofit to for-profit model, arguing that it undermines the organization's original charitable intentions.

He stated that OpenAI, which he co-founded with Sam Altman in 2015, is attempting to "have its cake and eat it too." Musk criticized the company's strategic shift, suggesting it was designed to consolidate power while maintaining a facade of altruism. He declared, "it's not OK to steal a charity," with his lawsuit aimed at ensuring adherence to its original mission. Musk is seeking $150 billion in damages, requested to be donated to OpenAI’s charitable arm, in addition to securing the ousting of Altman and Brockman from leadership roles.

While Musk's fraud claims against Altman were dismissed, the court allows allegations of breach of charitable trust and unjust enrichment to continue. Musk's frustrations underscore larger tensions surrounding the evolution of AI companies from altruistic ventures to profit-driven entities, a shift critics say could have far-reaching consequences.

Elon Musk testified in the OpenAI trial, calling his $38 million funding a 'fool' move as he criticized the company's shift from nonprofit to profit. He argues that OpenAI's switch undermines its original charitable mission and seeks $150 billion in damages, along with leadership changes.