Elon Musk returned to the witness stand on Wednesday as the trial in Musk v. Altman entered its third day. Under intense cross-examination by OpenAI's legal team, Musk was confronted with evidence detailing his efforts to exert control over the AI organization during a 2017 power struggle that ultimately ended in his defeat.
Emails presented in court showed that Musk attempted to poach key researchers from OpenAI and withheld promised funding as leverage. The courtroom atmosphere was tense, with Musk acknowledging the strained relationship, reportedly stating, "They are gonna want to kill me."
The ongoing legal battle highlights the deep rift between Musk and OpenAI's CEO Sam Altman, stemming from disagreements over the organization's direction and governance. As the trial continues, more details are expected to emerge about the internal conflicts that shaped OpenAI's evolution.